Livestock Supply & Market Guides
Veterinary Checks and Quarantine for Live Livestock
Animal-health inspection and quarantine are not merely boxes to tick on a quotation. The exact checks, holding period and certificates depend on the species, origin, route and importing country.
What to check before deciding
- Ask which veterinary authority or approved veterinarian is responsible for each stage.
- Confirm what testing, treatment or holding is actually required for this shipment; do not rely on last year’s checklist.
- Keep animal identification, inspection dates, outcomes and certificate numbers linked to the correct batch.
- Plan for rejected animals or a delayed clearance and agree how replacement will work.
A common mistake
A private visual check cannot replace an official health certificate when law requires one.
Three simple steps
- Write the animal type, quantity, weight and delivery location.
- Check real availability, health requirements, paperwork and written costs.
- Do not confirm a purchase or send money without clear agreed terms.
What to do next
RLB can coordinate checks within the agreed service scope; official approvals remain with the competent authorities.
Important: import rules, routes, veterinary conditions and prices can change. Check current official requirements and a shipment-specific written quotation before payment or shipping.