Get MO Small Animal Health Certificate 2017-2024

While most people view their pets as beloved family members, they are considered property under Missouri law — this means that a court would address them in the same way as things like furniture, vehicles, and other personal property.

International Health Certificates (IHC) Export requirements are determined by the country of destination, with IHCs containing animal identification and health information at a minimum. In the U.S., all IHCs for animals are issued (completed, signed and dated) by a clinical veterinarian.

If a resident is interested in having more than 2 dogs or 3 cats or 4 of any combination of such animals, they must obtain a Domestic Avocation Permit.

If so, you will likely need a certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI). CVIs may be required to transport animals from one area to another or for animals to participate in certain events, such as specific shows, rides, or sales.

When you get your pet vaccinated for rabies, the veterinarian's office will give you a registration certificate and tag. If you come to the Animal Care and Control office to register a pet, you will pay the fee and receive a registration certificate and tag during your visit.

(E) Livestock-Cattle, calves, sheep, swine, ratite birds, including but not limited to, ostrich and emu, aquatic products as defined in section 277.024, RSMo, elk documented as obtained from a legal source and not from the wild, goats, horses, other equine, or rabbits raised in confinement for human consumption.

State law prohibits anyone to keep an exotic pet, including large cats, wolfs, bears and nonhuman primates.

It says clearly the “owner shall not be responsible for any accident on a public road or highway if he establishes the fact that the said animal or animals were outside the enclosure through no fault or negligence of the owner.” The owner must prove he was not negligent.