I hve a client that wants birds shipped to PR and since it is a us territory it is not exporting so I am willing to do this (as most of you know- we can no longer import most parrots they must be domesticly bred or already here from imports 12 yrs ago) does anyone know where to find info on what is required- they were asking for legbands but I microchip all my birds and remove all bands (had a valuable bird die from a band accident) I found one website but it grossly outdated. thanks for any help. (and yes the client is checking on their end as well)
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Hi, did you get any information about shipping to Puerto Rico?
quote: Birds Health certificates and rabies certificates are not required for birds or poultry shipped within the United States. For exotic/wild bird shipments the shipper must provide, in writing and on letterhead, that the bird was born in captivity on special farms or the bird is being shipped to or from a zoological garden, sanctuary, preserve, rehabilitation center, medical agency or government wildlife agency. Shipments of exotic/wild birds must stay online within American Airlines system. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has lifted the Exotic Newcastle Disease quarantine which affected parts of California and Nevada. American Airlines may now accept any species of birds in all cities.
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quote:First, you need to know which airlines carry birds because several do not*. Delta, U.S. Air, Air Alaska, American, United and Continental will ship live animals, including birds. Southwest and America West will not. The other airlines’ policies would have to be checked in advance.**
The next thing to decide is the method in which the bird should be shipped: either air-cargo or counter-to-counter service. When shipped as cargo, they do not receive any special handling. This means they may sit in the warehouse or cargo hold of the plane for hours prior to takeoff. They will also sit in the hold or even on the tarmac between flights. The two advantages to shipping birds air cargo are 1) it is cheap and 2) there is no limit to the number of containers shipped. Due to heightened security requirements, some airlines will only allow "known shippers" to use cargo service. A "known shipper" is someone that has been investigated and inspected by the airlines and passed security requirements to allow them to ship. This is for anything that is shipped not just birds.
Counter-to-counter service, although more expensive, is worth every penny. The reason for the difference in price, is that in counter-to-counter shipping the bird is never just left in the plane or on the tarmac. Also, the bird is the last thing hand-carried onto the plane and the first thing to the hand-carried off. Each airport needs to be checked, but usually all pick-ups and deliveries are made at the air cargo center.
Prior to shipping, the airline needs to be contacted to check for flights, requirements (such as health certificates) and restrictions such as weather conditions or reservation notices. It is best to try and get a direct flight. If using cargo, many airlines require a 2 hour layover between flights. When booking the reservation, make sure there is sufficient time for the airline personnel to get the bird onto its connecting flight. Once the reservation has been made and requirements fulfilled you need to prepare for the actual shipment.
If you are sending only one or two birds, you can use the same container as one that fits under the seat. Two small-animal transport cages (8-1/2” x 6” each) will fit comfortably inside a standard carrier. If only one bird is being shipped, you can use a larger inside cage. Set up the cage with dishes for seed/pellets and water. Although the water will spill, always provide a cup so it can be filled in the event the flight is delayed. A rodent-style water bottle wired to the side of the cage can also be used. Be sure and provide millet spray and lots of fresh juicy fruits such as oranges, kiwi or melon. You should also include a weeks' worth of the bird’s basic seed/pellets in a small bag in the container just in case of an unforeseen delay. Most airlines require written care instructions displayed on the shipping container so be sure and supply that information.
The day before the flight, clip the bird’s wings. If the new owner insists on not having them clipped, make sure they understand you have no liability if the bird escapes. Prepare a shipping label with your name, address and telephone number including area code. Put the new owner’s information too. It is also a good idea to put the same information inside the carrier in the event something gets lost. Just be sure not to put it too close to the bird or it will be confetti by the time it arrives! Finally, get the bird to the airport at least an hour before the flight for counter-to-counter, two hours for cargo. Believe me, both the airline workers and the parrotlets will keep each other entertained until the flight leaves. Make sure you bring all required paperwork including health certificates, check book and driver's license. After the bird has been checked in, call the new owner and give them the flight number and air bill number. This will allow the shipment to be traced and allow the new owner to pick them up without delay upon arrival. New owners should have picture identification for security purposes.
Tell your customer to be sure and call the airline and verify the flight arrival time. Make sure you are at the airport when the bird arrives. Once at home, place the bird in quarantine if you have other birds, and give the bird a physical examination. Place him in his new cage that has previously been set up with his food, water and toys. Give the bird a few hours to become familiar with his cage and get settled in.
Just one more thing - it is considered common courtesy to call the breeder and let them know the bird arrived safely. After all, good breeders want to make sure their birds have arrived safely and all is well.
*Be sure and check with the State Veterinarian of the state to which you are shipping for any requirements such as import or other special permits.
**All 50 states including Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands require a health certificate signed by a veterinarian within 30 days of shipping. All shippers should check each state's import requirements for specific import regulations.
Christina
"We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." - Immanuel Kant
Posts: 2900 | Location (City, State): USA | Registered: Fri December 26 2003
quote:State Regulations & Restrictions on Caged Birds All 50 states, Puerto Rico and Guam require a health certificate issued by a veterinarian for entry for all birds coming into their state.
The following is supplied for informational purposes only and is in no way intended or reported to be an official policy of any state contained herein. Due to the unknown and unpredictable nature of END and the epidemic all information is subject to change without notice. ALL SHIPPERS OF EXOTIC BIRDS SHOULD CONTACT THE STATE VETERINARIAN IN BOTH THE STATE RECEIVING THE BIRD(S) AS WELL AS ALL STATES THE BIRD(S) MUST TRAVEL THROUGH PRIOR TO SHIPMENT.
States marked with an (*) indicate they were contacted regarding their specific END policy but did not respond.
Alabama – * All birds brought into the State shall be accompanied by an official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection stating that the animals are healthy, free from symptoms of infectious or contagious disease.
Alaska – Prohibits all poultry, poultry products and other avian species and products which originate from or are transported through any quarantine. Birds from non-quarantine areas will be handled on a case by case basis. Pet Birds imported into Alaska must be accompanied by an Official Health Certificate from the state of origin. Some species of birds require a permit from Alaska Department of Fish and Game.
Arizona – No birds of any kind, alive or dead, may enter the state originating from any quarantine zone. Birds from non-quarantined areas may enter state with vet issued health certificate 30 days prior to entry. All vehicles transporting bird(s) from CA or NV will stop for inspection at Arizona-Port-of Entry inspection station. Must provide state inspector with health certificate stating bird(s) is healthy and does not originate in a quarantine zone. Poultry or bird events, such as exhibits, shows, auctions, competitions, or other public displays of birds of any type are prohibited in an Arizona county under quarantine. A promoter of a poultry or bird event in an Arizona county not under quarantine shall immediately inform the State Veterinarian by mail, fax, or e-mail of a scheduled event. The notification shall include the contact name, mailing address, physical location of the event and daytime telephone number.
Arkansas – No animal, including poultry or birds of any species, that is affected with or that has been recently exposed to any infectious, contagious or communicable disease or that originates from a quarantined area, or area of lesser disease status, shall be shipped or in any manner transported or moved into Arkansas until written permission for such entry is first obtained from the State Veterinarian. Certificate of Veterinary Inspection issued within 30 days, and entry permit required for all psittacine species.
California – No birds of any kind, live or dead, may enter the state originating from any quarantine zone without a permit. Birds may be shipped from quarantine zone with permit. Birds outside quarantine zone may be shipped with health certificate. Birds not originating from quarantine zones may enter the state with a health certificate confirming health status and not originating in a quarantine zone. All poultry shows and poultry/game bird displays have been cancelled.
Colorado - * Psittacine birds are under the jurisdiction of the Colorado Department of Agriculture. A certificate of veterinary inspection and/or a permit shall accompany the shipment. No animal affected with or recently exposed to any infectious or contagious disease, or which originated from a quarantined herd or area, shall be shipped or in any manner transported into the State of Colorado. Permits for entry and information regarding office hours and availability of entry permits during evenings and weekends may be obtained from the office of the: Colorado State Veterinarian
Connecticut – *All psittacine birds must be accompanied by one copy of an official interstate health certificate. One copy of such certificate shall be forwarded to the Connecticut State Veterinarian. The official interstate health certificate and all copies thereof shall have included thereon an import permit number obtained from the Commissioner of Agriculture (860) 713-2504. Birds originating in herds or flocks under quarantine, for any reason are not eligible for entry
Florida – Due to the recent outbreak of Exotic Newcastle Disease in accordance to Chapter 5C-3.002(2) and 5C-3.012(2), the State of Florida will not be permitting or otherwise granting permission for the importation of any poultry, chicks, turkeys, quail, pheasants, pigeons, peafowl, waterfowl, pet birds and other domestic fowl used for commercial, exhibition, breeding or personal use originating from the following state(s):
California
Effective immediately, we are requesting that any/all of the above referenced domestic/non-domestic fowl or their by-products from the above states attempting to enter Florida be denied access.
Also, no poultry or byproducts may be imported from any state with a confirmed outbreak of Avian Influenza. Exotic/caged birds may be imported on a case by case basis as determined by the State Veterinarian.
Georgia - Restrictions on the movement of birds or poultry products will pertain only to the remaining state or federally quarantined areas. No live poultry, poultry products or exotic/caged birds originating from a county with confirmed avian influenza may enter Georgia for any purpose.
Guam - *When the laws and regulations of the Territory of Guam pertaining to the movements and health of birds into the Territory of Guam are more restrictive than the laws and regulations of the Federal Government, the laws and regulations of the Territory shall take precedence and, when the laws and regulations of the Federal Government are more restrictive, the Federal laws and regulations shall take precedence. Importation of animals and hatching eggs requires an entry permit valid for 30 days from the Department of Agriculture, Government of Guam. All applications for a permit must be directed to Department of Agriculture, P.O. Box 2950, Agana, Guam 96910. All birds must have, upon entering the Territory of Guam, an official health certificate approved by the Chief Livestock Sanitary Officer, State Veterinarian or Federal Veterinarian at the State of Origin. The certificate shall be issued within ten (10) days prior to shipment: attesting that accredited veterinarian examined flock of origin and found it to be free from ectoparasites and symptoms of transmissible diseases or evidence of recent exposure thereto. Must include leg band numbers and scientific name of pet birds. All shipments shall be in either new containers or in those than have been thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to the satisfaction of the accredited veterinarian issuing the health certificate. No livestock, poultry, birds or other animals that are affected with or have been exposed to an infectious, contagious or communicable disease or ectoparasites or which originated in an area under State or Federal quarantine shall be permitted to be introduced into Guam.. Any birds upon entering the Territory of Guam are subject to immediate quarantine, test or treatment at the owner's or importer's expense. If such animals are found to be affected, a carrier of or been recently exposed to any infectious, contagious or communicable disease, they shall be returned to their point of origin or destroyed and disposed of as directed by the Director of Agriculture or his authorized representative. The Government of Guam in no way shall render any compensation for any animals so destroyed.
Hawaii - For END, continues to require USDA permits for movement of birds out of quarantine zones or counties that still have quarantine areas. There are no restrictions on non-quarantine counties. There are no restrictions for any of the other States. All birds entering Hawaii must meet entry requirements given in chapter 4-19 "Poultry and Birds."
Import restrictions on birds were imposed in September 2002 to prevent West Nile virus. The Department must monitor and inspect every bird shipment. All bird importers must apply for import permits, have their shipments inspected upon arrival at the Honolulu International Airport, and be accompanied by a certificate of veterinary inspection issued by an accredited veterinarian. Bird shipments lacking the required documentation are rejected and returned to the point of origin.
Idaho - No avian species, live or dead, originating from areas under quarantine for, or considered to be affected with, Exotic Newcastle Disease in the states of Arizona, California or Nevada, will be allowed entry into the state of Idaho. Every vehicle transporting birds must stop at an Idaho Port-of-Entry inspection station and provide the inspector with an original health certificate issued by an accredited veterinarian showing the bird(s) are healthy and did not originate from areas under quarantine for, or considered to be affected with, Exotic Newcastle Disease in the states of Arizona, California or Nevada.
Illinois - Currently the rules apply only to "the importation of all members of the avian species or avian products that have originated from or been transported through any area where Exotic Newcastle Disease has been diagnosed and has been quarantined by any state, federal or tribal agency".
The Bureau of Animal Health will no longer have authority over this once the quarantines are lifted in all areas. As long as an area is under quarantine, Illinois law forbids the entry of any avian species.
In the future Illinois will be requiring permits on all pet and exotic birds entering the state. The permits will be issued by the Bureau of Animal Welfare as they handle companion animals. Direct questions regarding these movements to Carroll Imig, Bureau Chief for Animal Welfare.
All birds brought into the State shall be accompanied by an official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection stating that the animals are healthy, free from symptoms of infectious or contagious disease.
Indiana - No birds under quarantine or originating from a quarantine area may enter the State of Indiana except those that have been approved for interstate shipment under proper authorization and provisions of the Indiana State Veterinarian. All birds must be accompanied by an official health certificate.
Iowa - No avian species, avian products, poultry or poultry products originating from California, Nevada and Arizona, areas considered to be endemic for Exotic Newcastle Disease, will be allowed entry into Iowa. All birds shipped or in any manner transported or moved into Iowa shall be accompanied by a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection.
Kansas – Bans birds from the quarantined areas of California Nevada and Arizona. If there is evidence of spread of Exotic Newcastle Disease in other areas of any of the above mentioned states, will ban all imports of birds from the entire state where spread of END is confirmed. Requires a certificate of veterinary inspection on all imports and a statement by the issuing veterinarian that they do not originate from a quarantined area.
Kentucky - * As regulated by Title 9, Part 82 Code of Federal Regulations.
Louisiana – No person my import or transport through the State any avian species, poultry, avian product or poultry product that originated from or moved from or through any geographical areas quarantined for END. The state of Louisiana will accept birds from any areas that are not under Quarentine for END by USDA and/or any state.
Maine - Must obtain an import permit for shipping pet birds into the State. A Certificate of Veterinary Inspection is required for all shipments issued within 30 days previous to date of importation. No domestic animals or poultry infected with or exposed to any contagious or infectious disease, nor any domestic animals or birds from any sick herd, flock or area under quarantine in any state or country shall be imported into the State of Maine.
Maryland – Bans import of birds from quarantine areas. Birds from non-quarantined areas are allows. Must have an approved Certificate of Veterinary Inspection or permit and veterinary certification the birds did not originate in a quarantine zone. A veterinary health certificate is required.
Massachusetts - No person shall import poultry, including game birds, hatching eggs, birds customarily used for household pets from California, Nevada or Arizona or that have transited through those states. All birds must originate from healthy flocks and premises. All identified cases of psittacosis will be traced to point of origin and such sources will be quarantined if in Massachusetts or placed on a list for USDA, US DPH action. Veterinary health certificate required.
Michigan - At this time, handling approval for importation of birds of any kind (exotic and pet birds, poultry, gamebirds, etc.) from anywhere (not just from the quarantined areas) in the states of California, Nevada and Arizona, on a case by case basis. Anyone wishing to ship birds to Michigan from California, Nevada or Arizona should contact Dr. Debbi A. Donch, Avian Program Manager with the Michigan Department of Agriculture's Animal Industry Division by telephone, (517) 335-4336, or by e-mail, donchd@michigan.gov. All birds must be accompanied by one copy of the official certificate of veterinary inspection.
Minnesota – Certificate of veterinary inspection required if exotic Velogenic Viscerotropic Newcastle Disease is known to exist in the United States. Currently, the Minnesota Board of Animal Health does not allow the importation of birds used as household pets (parakeets, parrots, etc.) from an area or premises under a state or federal quarantine because of END. Currently, there are no END movement restrictions of poultry, chicks, hatching eggs or adult poultry into Minnesota.
Mississippi – Health Certificates are required on all bird imports. No poultry, exotic or pet birds, or any species affected with, or recently exposed to any infectious, contagious or communicable disease, or that originated from a quarantined area, shall be shipped or in any manner transported or moved into the State of Mississippi, except those animals affected with such diseases which are approved for interstate shipment by United States Department of Agriculture, APHIS, Veterinary Services.
Missouri - * Asking poultry producers and bird breeders to practice strict biosecurity measures and to not import any birds from California, Arizona and Nevada. Psittacine birds, except budgerigar, must have a certificate of veterinary inspection to enter Missouri.
Montana - Pet birds including those traveling with owner must a health certificate and permit. Permits must be obtained prior to shipment by contacting the Animal Health Division of the Montana Department of Livestock and are required for all birds. Permits are valid for 10 days from date of issue. Permits may be obtained by calling (406) 444-2976 or 444-2043. A veterinarian requesting a permit for animals entering Montana under quarantine (to be retested at their destination) must provide the name of the Montana veterinarian, at the time of the permit request, who will do the quarantine release work for the importer. All special permission requests must be requested prior to shipment and approved by one of the on-staff Montana Department of Livestock veterinarians. Specific restrictions will apply
Nebraska - Movement of any type of birds out of the quarantined areas in California, Nevada, or Arizona is illegal. Certificate of Veterinary Inspection shall be signed by an accredited veterinarian who acknowledges the apparent absence of any infectious, contagious, or otherwise transmissible disease in imported bird. Requests for permits for entry, when required by these regulations, shall be made to the Bureau, telephone number (402) 471-2351.
Nevada – All quarantine zones have been released in the State of NV. No birds of any kind, live or dead, may enter the state originating from any quarantine zone without a permit. Movement of all birds within the quarantine zones is prohibited. All birds must be accompanied by a health certificate. Permission for entry of an exotic or wild bird into this state must be obtained from the Department of Wildlife, P.O. Box 10678, Reno, Nevada 89510; telephone number (775) 688-1500. All copies of health certificates, applications for permits and requests for additional information relative to the provisions for entry of birds should be addressed to the Director of the Division of Animal Industry, State Department of Agriculture, P.O. Box 11100, Reno, Nevada 89510; telephone number (775) 688-1180.
New Hampshire - No bird customarily used as a household pet shall be imported into the state of New Hampshire unless accompanied by a permit and certificate of veterinary inspection. A permit shall be issued by telephone or in writing by calling the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets and Food. The accredited veterinarian shall certify the following on the certificate of veterinary inspection that the birds and flock of origin have been inspected and are free from all contagious and infectious diseases and did not originate from a quarantined area for any contagious or infectious disease of the species; and the number and species of birds in each lot or shipment. One copy of the certificate of veterinary inspection shall accompany shipment. Certificates of veterinary inspection shall be valid for 30 days
New Jersey – Exotic Newcastle Disease Emergency Order - Exotic Newcastle Disease (END) is a foreign animal disease which is contagious, highly fatal viral disease affecting all species of birds. It is one of the most infectious diseases of poultry in the world. END is known to spread rapidly and can cause extremely high mortality rates, approaching 100% loss in poultry and game bird flocks. Movement of infected birds or contaminated materials or equipment can easily spread the disease.
Therefore, by authority of N.J.A.C 2:2-1.2, this order is issued the 2nd day of April, 2003, and is effective immediately in order to protect the health status of the New Jersey poultry industry, gamebird industry, pet bird and wild bird populations:
1. No avian species or avian products originating from or have transited through counties containing avian species diagnosed with END, and counties adjoining these infected counties, will be allowed entry into the state of New Jersey.
2. All live birds and hatching eggs of any avian species entering New Jersey must obtain a permit for entry that will appear on the original health certificate issued by an accredited veterinarian. In addition, a statement that the bird(s) are healthy and did not originate from or have transited through counties containing poultry diagnosed with END, and counties adjoining these infected counties, must also appear on the health certificate. VS FORM 9-2 or 9-3 may be used in lieu of the health certificate. A Poultry Inspection Certificate may be used for live birds of any avian species entering a live poultry market in New Jersey, in lieu of a health certificate.
3. All live birds of any avian species being transported directly to a USDA recognized slaughterhouse or a slaughter-only livestock auction are exempt from obtaining a health certificate, but still must obtain a permit.
4. Permits may be obtained by contacting the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, Division of Animal Health, at (609) 292-3965, Monday-Friday, 8:45 a.m.- 4:45 p.m.
The only exceptions to this Order will be by written approval of the New Jersey State Veterinarian upon epidemiological evaluation and risk determination.
Nancy E. Halpern ______________________________________________ Nancy E. Halpern, D.V.M., Director, Division of Animal Health All livestock and poultry moved into New Jersey must be in compliance with the requirements contained for import of animals in the State of New Jersey, and also meet all Federal Regulations, and must not be known to be infected with any infectious or contagious disease, or exposure thereto. Must have a health certificate issued by veterinarian. Birds classified as an exotic or nongame species by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection require a permit prior to importation. Exempt species that do not require permits: Budgerigar - Melopsittacus undulates, Cockatiel - Nymphicus hollandicus, Peafowl - Pavo cristatus, Rock dove - Columba livia, Canary - Serinus canaria, House sparrow - Passer domesticus, European starling - Sturnis vulgaris, Zebra finch - Poephila guttatus, Society finch - Lonchura domesticus, Emu - Dromaius novaehollandiae, Ostrich - Struthio camelus, Greater rhea - Rhea Americana, Lesser rhea - Pterocnemia pennata Species requiring permits: Red-fronted Parrot - Amazona viridigenalis, Turquoise-fronted Parrot - Amazona aestiva, Yellow-cheeked Parrot - Amazona a. autumnalis, Half-moon Conure - Aratinga canicularis eburnirostrum, Jenday Conure - Aratinga jandaya, Sun Conure - Aratinga solstitialis, Nanday Conure - Nandayus nenday, African/Timneh Gray Parrot - Psittacus erithacus, Macaws - Ara spp. & Anodorhynchus spp. (Except endangered forms) Potentially dangerous species requiring permits: Ring-necked Parakeets - psittaculis spp., Monk or Quaker Parakeets - myipsita spp., Patagonian Conures - Cyanoliseus patagonus New Mexico - * An official health certificate is required for all animals including birds. entering the state. New York – At this time, pet birds which do not originate from a quarantined area are required to have a health certificate and meet the requirements of the NY Department of Environmental Conservation. DEC prohibits certain types of wild caught birds moving into New York for purposes of sale. Anyone importing psittacine birds must contact New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Special Licensing Unit, 50 Wolf Rd., Albany, NY 12233-4752, Phone number (518) 457-0689. Official document of the state of origin which provides complete information on each animal including health data, tests, origin, destination and identification and which certifies that the animals to be shipped meet New York State health requirements for importation must be provided. Importation without health certificate or waybill illegal regardless of purpose for which imported. Official copy of certificate must be in the mails for delivery to Albany before the animals enter the State of New York. Animals under quarantine or subject to quarantine cannot enter.
North Carolina – Asking all bird owners including hobbyists and commercial growers, to monitor for this disease. Bird owners and commercial growers should limit contact with other birds or people who may have had contact with any avian species. If you own birds that may have been transported from California, Nevada or Arizona within the past eight weeks, please contact your local veterinarian or one of the following NCDA&CS animal disease diagnostic laboratories specializing in poultry diseases. No animal affected with, or recently exposed to, an infectious or transmissible disease shall be imported into the state unless accompanied by a permit from the State Veterinarian. All birds imported into the state shall be accompanied by an official health certificate and permit. Requests for permits for psittacine birds should be directed to the Rollins Diagnostic Laboratory, (919) 733-3986. Health certificates for birds should be mailed to Rollins Diagnostic Laboratory, P.O.Box 12223, Raleigh, NC 27605.
North Dakota – Permit and certificate of veterinary inspection and negative tests for Newcastle disease and Psittacosis within 30 days of importation or the following statement: "to my knowledge, birds listed herein are not infected with Newcastle disease or Psittacosis and have not been exposed to birds known to be infected with Newcastle disease or Psittacosis within the past 30 days". All imported birds shall have a numbered leg band.
Ohio – No non-domestic animals may enter the state unless accompanied by a health certificate issued 30 days in advance of importation, is free from diseases contagious to humans and animals and complies with state and Federal laws. The statement “to my knowledge, birds listed herein are not infected with Newcastle Disease or chlamyda, and have not been exposed to birds known to be infected with Newcastle Disease within the last 30 days”, shall be written on the health certificate of all psittacine birds entering the state.
Oklahoma - Oklahoma recognizes the State/Federal quarantines and will allow bird importations only from the non-quarantined areas.
No birds will be accepted for importation from any area under state or federal quarantine for END. This policy is the same as we have enforced in the past.
Oregon - No live or dead bird of any type may be moved into Oregon from areas under quarantine. The ban also covers poultry products, poultry waste, vehicles, equipment, and other materials that could transmit the disease. Any bird coming from anywhere else in California, Arizona and Nevada must have a certificate of veterinary inspection (health certificate) within 24 hours of when it comes into Oregon. All must have a certificate of veterinary inspection and an Oregon import permit.
Pennsylvania – No special bans. Follows the USDA protocols for quarantine release. Will allow shipment of birds from quarantined zones (or USDA import facility) with appropriate USDA permit. Birds outside quarantine zone must have health certificate stating they did not originate from the quarantine zone. Birds and their hatching eggs, may be imported provided the out-of-state consignor shall mail a copy of the shipping invoice to the Director no later than 14 days after export. An acceptable substitute for separate invoices for each consignee shall be a single report mailed to the Director by the consignor listing all exports to this Commonwealth during, but not exceeding, the most recent 14-day period.
Puerto Rico - * Whenever the laws and regulations of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico pertaining to health requirements are more restrictive than those of the Federal Government, the laws and regulations of the Commonwealth shall take precedence and, when the laws and regulations of the Federal Government are more restrictive, the Federal laws and regulations shall take precedence. No animal or fowl that is affected with or has been exposed to an infectious, contagious, or communicable disease, or which originated from a herd or area quarantined by a Territory, State, or the Federal Government because of such disease shall be permitted to be introduced into Puerto Rico. Each animal or fowl introduced into the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico shall be accompanied by a certificate issued and endorsed within 30 days of the date of shipment. All birds may be quarantined immediately after entry into Puerto Rico and submitted to such tests as directed by the Puerto Rico Department of Agriculture. Livestock and poultry found in an unhealthy condition upon arrival or during quarantine shall be destroyed without any compensation. Livestock and poultry which are not accompanied by certificates issued, endorsed, and containing the information required by these importation regulations or not released by a veterinarian of the Puerto Rico Department of Agriculture, shall not be permitted to leave the custody of the carrier. Inspection shall be made immediately before shipment and the certificate specifically should state that the birds were found free of Psittacosis or Ornithosis. Exotic species of birds shall meet any requirements stipulated by the Department of Natural Resources of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Rhode Island - No psittacine birds shall be shipped into Rhode Island unless a permit is obtained from the Public Health Veterinarian, Division of Agriculture, Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management prior to shipment. Permits shall be issued only if request for same is accompanied by a certificate issued by a graduate, licensed veterinarian certifying that all birds on the premises from which the shipment originates are free from any symptoms of any infectious, contagious or communicable disease. Request for permits to import psittacine birds must contain the number and kind of bird to be imported, origin and date of shipment, destination of shipment. All psittacine birds must be leg banded.
South Carolina – All exotic animals, in addition to a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, must also meet any health requirements for these diseases imposed upon domestic livestock unless otherwise noted or waived by the State Veterinarian, and must have necessary approval from other concerned state agencies. Each such animal must be individually and permanently identified. Each such animal must also have an entry permit issued by the State Veterinarian. At this time, South Carolina is not accepting birds of any kind, due to the high risk of Exotic Newcastle Disease.
Avian Influenza - The following restrictions have been filed with the South Carolina Legislature effective at 12:00 Noon, Thursday, April 25, 2002. Poultry from states having flocks that have tested positive for Avian Influenza are prohibited entry into South Carolina for the purposes of exhibition or live bird sale until 30 days after the last depopulation, cleaning and disinfection of the final confirmed Avian Influenza premise in the positive state. Poultry having participated in exhibitions conducted in a positive state after March 1, 2002, must test negative for Avian Influenza prior to participation in a South Carolina exhibition.
South Dakota - There is no longer a ban on shipment of birds to So Dakota. A health certificate and telephone permit number is required.
All nondomestic animals require permits issued only by an Animal Industry Board veterinarian. 605-773-3321 for these requirements and permits. All livestock entering South Dakota must have an official health certificate. Health certificate and permit number. Permanent ID (tattoo, leg band, or microchip) listed on health certificate and Pullorum tested (within 30 days of entry) OR pullorum free state OR pullorum free flock
Tennessee – Bird importers must consult Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Chief of Game Management, P.O. Box 40747, Melrose Station, Nashville, Tennessee 37204, for import requirements. No birds may be shipped from an area under USDA or state quarantine.
Texas - Any birds that are infected, exposed, or quarantined in any manner for an infectious, contagious, or communicable disease may not enter the State unless given written permission by the Executive Director of the Commission for each movement. The certificate must indicate that the accredited veterinarian found the birds to be free of symptoms or evidence of communicable disease and that all tests required by the Commission were completed. A veterinary certificate is required to accompany birds entering the State of Texas and is valid for 30 days.
U.S. Virgin Islands - * Whenever the laws and regulations concerning the movements and health of birds into the Virgin Islands are more restrictive than the laws and regulations of the Federal Government, the laws and regulations of the Virgin Islands shall apply in addition to those of the Federal Government. No birds that are affected with or have been exposed to an infectious, contagious, communicable disease, or ectoparasites or which originated in an area quarantined by a territory, State, or the Federal Government because of such disease or parasites shall be permitted to be introduced into the Virgin Islands except with a permit issued by the Office of the Commissioner of Agriculture of the Virgin Islands. All applications for a permit must be directed to the Office of the Director of Veterinary Medicine Estate Lower Love Kingshill. St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands 00850. All livestock, poultry, birds, and other animals entering the Virgin Islands under permit shall be consigned to an individual who is a resident of the Virgin Islands or to a legal entity authorized by law to do business with the Virgin Islands. The consignee shall hold the animals upon arrival until all the provisions of the permit have been met. All permits shall be void 2 months after issuance. All birds entering the Virgin Islands shall upon arrival remain in the custody of the carrier pending an inspection and release by an authorized veterinarian or a designated agent of the Department of Agriculture of the Virgin Islands. All birds must have upon entering the Virgin Islands, an official health certificate. Such certificate shall be approved by the chief livestock sanitary officials, State Veterinarian, or Federal Veterinarian of the State of origin. Such approval shall be indicated by his or her personal signature which shall mean the animal(s) meet the Virgin Islands requirements. A copy of this health certificate must be sent to the Director of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Agriculture, Estate Lower Love, Kingshill, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands 00850. This certificate shall become void 30 days after issuance. Any birds upon entering the Virgin Islands is subject to immediate quarantine, test, or treatment as directed by the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture. Any birds that enter the Virgin Islands which are found to be affected, a carrier of or been recently exposed to any infectious, contagious, or communicable disease, shall be returned to its point of origin or destroyed and disposed of as directed by the Office of the Commissioner of Agriculture or his authorized representative, at the expense of the owner or importer. The Government of the Virgin Islands in no shall render any compensation for any animals so destroyed. All psittacine birds must a have a prior permit, issued by the Office of the Commissioner of Agriculture, upon entry into the Virgin Islands. The birds must also be accompanied by an official health certificate stating that the birds are free from an infectious or contagious disease and did not originate from a quarantined area for any infectious or contagious disease of the species.
Utah – No birds are allowed to be imported from the quarantined areas. Law enforcement will stop and inspect any vehicle suspected of violating the quarantine. All vehicles transporting birds shall stop at Utah Port of Entry and show proper documentation. No psittacine birds shall be shipped into the state unless a permit is obtained from the Department prior to importation. Request for a permit must be made by an accredited veterinarian certifying that the birds are free from any symptoms of any infectious, contagious or communicable disease. The request must also state the number and kinds of birds to be shipped, their origin, date to be shipped and destination, all listed on the Certificate of Veterinary Inspection.
Vermont - No person shall import, or cause to be imported, into Vermont any domestic animal which is under any state or federal quarantine due to the presence or suspected presence of a contagious disease. Required documentation for importation: Import Permit, Certificate of Veterinary Inspection dated within 15 days prior to the date of importation. All psittacine birds imported into Vermont should be identified by a metal band, implant or other approved identification which identifies the breeder. Psittacine birds imported from outside the United States must have a stainless steel USDA approved band. All imported psittacine birds shall be inspected and found to be free of infectious, contagious, and communicable diseases within 15 days immediately prior to entry into Vermont. All imported psittacine birds shall be quarantined for 15 days immediately after entry into Vermont and may be subject to post-entry test and examination. All importers of psittacine birds shall keep records that indicate the origin and date of shipment, the name and address of the breeder, the number of birds shipped, and the name and address of the persons to whom the imported birds are sold.
Virginia – People planning public shows or exhibitions should be vigilant for birds from infected or suspect areas and exclude birds that may have participated in events in California, Nevada or Mexico. Psittacine birds transported into Virginia shall be confined immediately by their owner, custodian, or agent, to an enclosure in absolute isolation from other birds, animals, and persons, except for the absolute minimum contact necessary for their care. This confinement shall continue for a minimum of 15 days. During this time, the birds shall experience continuous and uninterrupted feeding with either a mash-type feed, or a feed containing dehulled millet seed, containing 0.5 milligrams of chlortetracycline per gram of feed or seed. An accredited veterinarian, specifically authorized for direct supervision of such quarantine, shall notify the State Veterinarian in writing when the birds have completed their isolation period.
Each shipper of psittacine birds into the Commonwealth of Virginia shall first secure an approval number from the State Veterinarian of Virginia. This official approval number, along with the words "Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Approved", or equivalent, shall appear prominently on each shipping label or on each package container used for transporting these birds into Virginia. A statement, signed by a local or state professional livestock health official or public health authority, attesting to the fact that all psittacine birds leaving the address or premise specified on each application have been subjected to the same or fully equivalent restrictions as to isolation and treatment as are specified; and any additional information the State Veterinarian may require.. Applications for approval numbers must be forwarded to the State Veterinarian for approval. Approval numbers must be received by the shipper before shipment is made into the Commonwealth of Virginia. Exceptions: The requirements for isolation and treatment with chlortetracycline as shown in subsection A of this section shall not apply to psittacine birds which have been issued an official approval number. An approval number and legend as specified must appear on each shipping label or container used for shipments into Virginia. Shipments made without approval, or prior to the issuance of approval, will be subjected to the same restrictions of confinement and treatment as birds from no approved sources. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any psittacine birds passing directly through the Commonwealth of Virginia in interstate commerce; nor to psittacine birds brought into the Commonwealth of Virginia by a person who intends to make his residence in Virginia; nor to any psittacine birds consigned directly to a laboratory or institution authorized by law to conduct research, teaching, or clinical studies within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Washington – Pet birds cannot be imported if they originate from END quarantined areas. Washington State's emergency rules prohibit any live birds coming from END quarantined areas. Requires all operators of marts, shows, competition or other avian event to notify the State Veterinarian in writing. All participants must certify in writing their birds or equipment have not been in a quarantine zone. Operators shall inform all participants in writing of WAC 16-54-155, current quarantine for END and the risk of introducing END into Washington State. Psittacines not originating within an Exotic Newcastle Disease quarantined area require:
1. A health certificate or Certificate of Veterinary Inspection issued by a licensed, accredited veterinarian
2. The following statement must be written on the health certificate of all psittacine birds-
"To my knowledge, birds listed herein are not infected with Exotic Newcastle disease or Psittacosis and have not been exposed to birds known to be infected with Exotic Newcastle disease or Psittacosis within the past 30 days."
The owner or the owner's representative must sign the statement.
3. A statement on the health certificate that the bird has not been in the END quarantine zone in the last 30 days.
Certain birds have been repeatedly associated with introductions of Exotic Newcastle Disease. While in transit or while being offered for sale the following must be identified with a numbered leg band or other approved method of identification:
6. Green conure (Aratinga holochlora, A. strenua, A. leucophthalums)
7. Military macaw (Ara militaris)
8. Lilac crowned Amazon parrot (Amazona finschi)
Bands may be removed by the end purchaser or for medical reasons. A replacement band has to be applied before the bird can be sold.
Additional instructions for pet birds arriving in Washington State from an Exotic Newcastle Disease quarantined area
USDA’s END Task Force veterinarian enters the following criteria on the VS 1-27:
a. If a sick, dying or dead bird is received or arrives:
· The Washington State importer or bird owner must hire his/her own private licensed, accredited veterinarian to examine the bird.
· The private veterinarian will contact WSU’s Avian Health and Food Safety Lab to submit samples for testing. The Washington State importer or bird owner is responsible for the private veterinarian’s fees and any testing costs.
· The veterinarian will issue a written quarantine on any other birds in the household or any others that arrived in the same shipment.
· The Washington State importer or bird owner will isolate all 7birds until the test results come back negative and the written quarantine is released.
If the bird arrives healthy: · The Washington State importer or bird owner is to keep the bird under house quarantine for 30 days. During this time, visitors should be carefully screened so that the bird has no contact with other birds or people who own birds or poultry.
· During this 30-day isolation period, the Washington State importer or owner must report any sick, dying or dead birds to his/her private veterinarian within 24 hours of the bird showing signs of illness or if it dies. Signs of illness include diarrhea, nasal discharge, discharge from the eyes, ruffled feathers, lack of appetite, depression.
· Refer to “a” above if the bird shows signs of illness or dies.
· After 30 days, the bird can be released from house quarantine if it has not shown signs of illness.
West Virginia - No person shall import any bird that is from a flock that is known to be infected with pullorum/typhoid or that is from an area under quarantine for Avian Influenza or Viscerotropic Velogenic Newcastle Disease. The commissioner requires that any bird that is imported into this state be accompanied by a statement completed and signed by the owner of the bird upon entry into this state that the bird has been free from disease for the 30 days prior to the importation of the bird and did not originate from a flock known to be infected with pullorum/typhoid; and United States Department of Agriculture Form 9-2 from the tester stating that the birds have been tested for pullorum typhoid within 3 months prior to the date of the importation; or a United States Department of Agriculture Form 9-3 from the tester indicating that the bird has originated from a flock that is not infected with pullorum/typhoid.
Wisconsin – Determination on a case-by-case basis. Requires knowledge of bird origination and destination. Will consult with State Veterinarians in affected states on specific cases.
Wyoming - * A Certificate of Veterinary Health Inspection is required on all Cage and Aviary Birds entering Wyoming.
Christina
"We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." - Immanuel Kant
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