LIVESTOCK HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

These requirements apply to all species and breeds.

A. All animals must be identified by a unique and permanent tag, tattoo, brand, ear

notch, or records of unique physical attributes as accepted by breed associations.

B. Animals known to be infected or exposed to any contagious infectious or external

parasitic disease and animals restricted by quarantine are not permitted on the grounds.

C. Animals will be subject to inspection by show officials and will be rejected if evidence

of disease is apparent or if health certification or identification documentation is not acceptable.

D. No animal showing clinical signs of contagious, parasitic or infectious disease,

including active ringworm, warts, lice, foot rot, sore mouth, and mange, will be permitted

to remain on the grounds.

E. A Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, signed by an accredited veterinarian must

accompany all animals. Interstate animals exhibited in Pennsylvania must meet

Pennsylvania requirements.

F. All health certificates must be presented to Superintendent immediately upon arrival

on the Fairgrounds before animals are unloaded. In addition, each exhibitor must complete

and sign an “Animal Owner or Caretaker’s Verification of Veterinarian-Client-

Patient Relationship” form, as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture.