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While the Animal Welfare Act (and its amendments over the years) explains the intent of Congress, the Animal Care Policy (ACP) Manual defines the details of how the AWA will be administered. The Manual gives guidance to USDA field inspectors and others who will be subject to the provisions of the Act. Essentially, the Manual interprets the law. NOTE: While the course below may provide clarity on requirements, it also reinforces the fact that breeding is a commercial activity and, in essence, promotes the mass production of puppies and kittens. Breeding dogs and cats and selling the puppies and kittens generates profits for the producers. This course provides information to encourage and sustain this industry (no matter how large the facility).
Introductory Course for Commercial Dog Breeders The USDA worked with Iowa State University's Center for Food Security and Public Health (CFSPH) to provide information on federal licensing and regulatory requirements. Announcement posted on 04/02/2013. View:
An eleven-part course was developed by the CFSPH and USDA. Topics covered include: Presentation 1: Introduction to APHIS Animal Care and the Regulatory Process Presentation 2: The Licensing Process Presentation 3: Maintaining Your License Presentation 4: Program of Veterinary Care Presentation 5: Exercise Presentation 6: Identifying Animals and Keeping Records Presentation 7: Housing Part 1 (General Overview) Presentation 8: Housing Part 2 Presentation 9: Husbandry Standards Presentation 10: Transportation and Minimum Age Requirements Presentation 11: Brokers and Auctions
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