Animal Welfare; Inspection, Licensing, and Procurement of Animals
other · Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service · Rule · Published 2004-07-14 · Effective 2004-08-13 · 69 FR 42089
Document
Document number
04-15878
Federal Register citation
69 FR 42089
CFR reference
9 CFR 1
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
other
Sub-agency
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Publication date
2004-07-14
Effective date
2004-08-13
USDA docket
Docket No. 97-121-3
Abstract
We are amending the Animal Welfare Act regulations to revise and clarify the exemptions from the licensing requirements, the procedures for applying for licenses and renewals, and the restrictions upon the acquisition of dogs, cats, and other animals. These actions are necessary to help ensure compliance with the regulations and the Animal Welfare Act.