Notifiable animal diseases in NSW
Primefact Number: 402 Edition: Fourth edition Released/reviewed: 01 Dec 2008
A number of animal diseases are notifiable under NSW legislation. This means that there is a legal obligation to notify authorities if you know or suspect that an animal has one of these diseases.
By remaining vigilant and notifying as soon as you suspect a notifiable disease, you can play a vital role in protecting livestock industries and preventing disease spread to animals and possibly to humans.
The contents of this Primefact include information on the following:
- Why are certain diseases notifiable?
- Who has to notify?
- What is the best way to notify?
- What diseases are notifiable?
- Where can I get further information?
- Table of diseases that are listed in NSW animal legislation as exotic
- 'NSW Notifiable Animal Disease' form
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