(Nestor notabilis) Husbandry Manual - Kea Conservation Trust

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9.5 Appendix 5 – Quarantine Protocol
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Timeframe: 14 days
Holding:
As isolated as possible from rest of resident animals without compromising the animals
welfare.
Testing/examination:
• 2 faecal tests, one week apart
• Where possible, weights at beginning and end of isolation.
• Where required, a physical exam by a vet.
Barrier techniques:
• Servicing of isolated animal(s) prior to servicing of other animals within the same
Order (Psittaciformes).
• Signage at all entrances to isolation enclosure clearly stating the isolation status,
procedures required and authorised personnel.
Import
Timeframe: 30 days
Holding:
Within designated isolation enclosure separated from non-isolated animals by solid
barrier or at least 3 meters.
Testing/examination:
• 2 faecal tests, two weeks apart
• Where possible, weights at beginning and end of isolation.
• Where required, a physical exam by a vet and standard blood screen.
Barrier techniques:
• Servicing of isolated animal(s) after servicing of other resident animals within the
same Order (Psittaciformes).
• Signage at all entrances to isolation enclosure clearly stating the isolation status,
procedures required and authorised personnel.
• Use of dedicated equipment within isolation area.
• Dedicated boots to be used within isolation area (work boots to be left outside
isolation area)
• Where required by veterinary personnel, use of mask, overalls and gloves.
Kea Conservation Trust Final 25/11/2010