West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 73 - Livestock Care Standards Board
The West Virginia Code of State Rules, Agency 73, refers to the Livestock Care Standards Board. This agency is responsible for establishing and enforcing standards governing the care and well-being of livestock within West Virginia.
Specifically, the relevant series under Agency 73 is Series 73-01: Livestock Care Standards.
This legislative rule covers a wide range of topics related to livestock care, including:
General provisions and definitions
Addressing complaints regarding inhumane treatment of livestock
Standards for feed, water, ventilation, and space
Health care guidelines
Preparing animals for exhibition
Livestock handling and transportation
Handling of disabled livestock
Bio-security measures
Specific standards of care for various types of livestock:
Beef cattle, bison, and veal
Dairy cattle
Equine (horses, ponies, mules, etc.)
Small ruminants (sheep, goats, alpacas, llamas)
Swine
Poultry
Captive cervids
Animal morbidity and mortality data
Penalties for violations
The West Virginia Livestock Care Standards Board itself is composed of various members, including representatives from the Department of Agriculture, veterinarians, humane societies, law enforcement, and different livestock organizations, reflecting a broad range of expertise and interests in animal welfare and agricultural practices.
You can find the full text of these rules on legal databases like Justia and Cornell Law School's Legal Information Institute, or through the West Virginia Secretary of State's Office administrative law database. It's always recommended to check official sources for the most current version of any regulations.
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