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If an animal is known or suspected to have died from an infectious disease or from a reportable disease, the owner must report this to authorities and dispose of the animal in the manner they recommend. For an animal that has been euthanized, owners need to prevent scavengers from gaining access to the dead animal. These animals cannot be disposed of by natural disposal. Access to the carcasses by scavengers is only permitted under the guidelines for natural disposal (Appendix A).

Reportable diseases are those which require action to control or eradicate because they are a threat to animal or human health, food safety or the economy.

Notifiable diseases are those which require monitoring for trade purposes or to understand their presence in Alberta. No action will be taken.

Anyone who knows or ought to know that any of these diseases are or may be present in an animal MUST report that fact to the Office of the Chief Provincial Veterinarian within 24 hours by calling 1-800-524-0051.

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