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In most states, what document accompanies a horse crossing state lines?

A Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, also called a health certificate.

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  1. A horse registration certificate
  2. A boarding contract
  3. A Certificate of Veterinary Inspection ✔

Why: USDA APHIS says most states require individual identification and a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection for interstate horse travel. Check the importing state's current rules with your vet.

Huh, didn't know that: In most states, the destination's animal health official can clarify current entry rules.

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Why did the horse bring its health certificate? It wanted a clean bill of health and a clean getaway.
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Answer: A Certificate of Veterinary Inspection. USDA APHIS says most states require individual identification and a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection for interstate horse travel. Check the importing state's current rules with your vet.

  1. USDA APHIS: Interstate Movement of Horses direct.aphis.usda.gov/nvap/reference-guide/animal-movement/interstate
    For interstate movements, most States require that horses be individually identified and accompanied by a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection.

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