Directive No. Z/36 of 2003 combating rabies. País/Territorio Jordania Tipo de documento Reglamento Fecha 2003 Fuente FAO, FAOLEX Materia Ganado Palabra clave Sanidad animal Autorización/permiso Higiene/procedimientos sanitarios Inspección Infracciones/sanciones Plagas/enfermedades Cuarentena Roedores Área geográphica Asia, Medio Oriente, Africa del Norte y Cercano Oriente, Mar Rojo & Golfo de Adén, Asia Occidental Entry into force notes This Directive enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Resumen This Directive is composed of 32 articles. Article 1 and 2 deal with terms and definitions. All Municipality Councils shall arrange and ready municipal dog-pounds according to requirements established by the Veterinary Head (art. 3). Articles 4-9 defines measures to be taken in case of the existence of animals afflicted by rabies. Articles 10-13 specifies competencies of veterinary surgeons in case of appearance of rabies. Animal-owners shall pay the expenses during the presence of animals in dog-pounds (art. 14). Articles 16-19 define measures to be taken in case of animals afflicted by rabies wounds another animal or person. Articles 22 and 23 deal with obligations of the Municipality Councils. Article 25 prohibits to purchase or to keep a dog without a previous authorization. Article 27 regulates the presence of dogs on roads and public places. Article 32 contains offences and penalties. Texto completo Árabe Página web www.moa.gov.jo