Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Purchase examinations and importation requirements for European performance horses and their semen entering the United States.
- Journal:
- Compendium (Yardley, PA)
- Year:
- 2011
- Authors:
- Harland, Malte M et al.
- Affiliation:
- Pferdeklinik Muehlen · Germany
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
When someone in the U.S. wants to buy a horse from another country, they usually need a thorough health check, known as a purchase examination. American veterinarians often help by either doing these exams abroad or reviewing the results from veterinarians in other countries. The rules for bringing horses and their semen into the U.S. can differ depending on where they come from, so it's important for all veterinarians involved to understand these regulations well. This knowledge helps ensure that the process of importing horses goes smoothly and successfully.
Abstract
A comprehensive purchase examination is expected by American clients intent on importing a horse from a foreign country. American veterinarians may be involved in performing purchase examinations in foreign countries or, more often, interpreting findings from foreign veterinarians for their American clients. Exportation and importation requirements for horses and semen vary from country to country. Detailed knowledge of the requirements by all involved veterinarians is essential for efficient and successful international equine travel.
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