Veterinary Protection Act. Country/Territory Finland Document type Legislation Date 1990 (2006) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Livestock, Food & nutrition Keyword Milk/dairy products Pests/diseases Non-edible products Hygiene/sanitary procedures Slaughtering Animal health Geographical area Europe, European Union Countries, Northern Europe Abstract The present Act focuses on municipal and private veterinary protection and related supervision and management. The following Acts are also applicable: (a) The Animal Diseases Act (55/1980); (b) The Animal Protection Act (91/1971); (c) The Meat Inspection Act (160/1960); and (d) The Milk Control Act (558/1946). Full text Swedish Website www.finlex.fi