Cervidae

Picture of bull elk with other elk in the background.Below is a summary of the requirements for domestic cervidae coming into the state of Idaho.
Following only the information on this page will not guarantee that you are in compliance with Idaho's import requirements.
Domestic cervidae is defined as "elk, fallow deer and reindeer that are owned by a person" in IDAPA 02.04.21, Rules Governing the Importation of Animals. Please peruse this rule for additional information on importation, and don't hesitate to call with any questions.
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Importation of Domestic Cervidae requires pre-approval by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture, and animals may only go to locations approved by the department.

   
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All domestic cervidae imported into Idaho need a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, on which they are individually identified, and permit.

   
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All domestic cervidae must be treated, by an accredited veterinarian, with a parasiticide that is efficacious against giant liver flukes no less than 30 days and no more than 60 days prior to importation.
   
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All domestic cervidae 6 months of age and older that do not originate from a Brucellosis certified free herd or Brucellosis class free state, need 2 negative Brucellosis tests within 30 days prior to entering Idaho.
   
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All domestic cervidae must meet testing requirements for Tuberculosis.
   
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All elk must be tested negative for red deer genetic factor, or be registered with the North American Elk Breeders Association (NAEBA).
   
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All elk must originate from a CWD (Chronic Wasting Disease) certified free herd.