Transboundary Emerging and Exotic Animal Disease/ Exotic Animal Disease Practice Exam

As a Category 1 accredited veterinarian, can you provide health certificates for a dog and a cockatiel?

1. Yes, for both the dog and the cockatiel

2. No, for neither animal

3. No, only for the dog

4. Yes, but only if the cockatiel is vaccinated

The correct answer is: No, only for the dog

A Category 1 accredited veterinarian has the authority to issue health certificates for certain types of animals, typically including mammals. In this case, since dogs are considered mammals, a Category 1 accredited veterinarian can issue a health certificate for a dog without any additional requirements. However, the situation is different for birds, such as a cockatiel. The requirements for issuing health certificates for birds can vary significantly and often require specialized training or accreditation beyond that of a Category 1 veterinarian. Many jurisdictions have specific guidelines regarding the health assessment and certification for birds, often necessitating a veterinarian with additional qualifications or expertise in avian medicine. Thus, while a veterinarian can certainly provide a health certificate for the dog, they would not be authorized to do the same for the cockatiel under their current accreditation. This distinction is crucial for understanding the regulatory framework governing veterinary health certifications for different animal species.