Animal health
Terrestrial and aquatic animal health, animal pathogens, livestock feed, veterinary biologics, Chief Veterinary Officer for Canada.
Most requested
- Response to detections of highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) in Canada
- Dogs travelling to the United States
- Pets (dogs, cats and ferrets): Export certificates
- Canadian International Health Certificate
- Pet food, treats and chews containing animal products and by-products
- Keeping African swine fever out of Canada
Services and information
Terrestrial animals
Biosecurity, diseases, transport, traceability, import, export, hatcheries
Aquatic animals
Biosecurity, diseases, domestic movement, import, export, surveillance
Animal pathogens
Control, safety, standards, guidelines, import program, certification, contacts
Livestock feeds
Approval, register, ingredients, guidance, consultations, industry notices, regulatory modernization
Veterinary biologics
Licensed products, guidelines, forms, regulations, memos, assessments
Chief Veterinary Officer: Dr. Mary Jane Ireland
Roles, duties, statements, veterinary student internship, employment opportunities
Industry guidance
Requirements, inspectors, partners, stakeholders, acts, regulations
Antimicrobial Resistance
Our role, what you can do to reduce the risk in animals, resources
Features

Avian influenza in livestock
Find out about avian influenza found in unpasteurized milk from sick cows in some parts of the U.S.

Permits, licences, and approvals
Find out what is required to import, export or conduct domestic activities with food, plants, or animals in Canada.