Livestock identification and movement

Livestock identification and movement systems help prevent and contain disease by allowing animals to be traced.

Identifying animals and recording their movements

There are varying requirements for identifying, recording and reporting animals and their movements, the GOV.UK website gives advice on:

Horse Passports

Owners must have a passport for each horse.  Types of horse includes:

  • horses
  • ponies
  • donkeys
  • mules
  • cross-breeds

Getting and using a horse passport (GOV.UK)