The Terrestrial Animal Health Code (2024)

The Terrestrial Animal Health Code provides international standards for improving animal health and welfare. Created by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), the code is the most universally referenced standard, appearing in the internationally recognised documents such as the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct. The first volume in the code features general provisions, including information on animal disease diagnosis, surveillance, and notification; risk analysis; quality of veterinary services; disease prevention and control; animal welfare; and more. The second volume provides recommendations applicable to WOAH listed diseases and other diseases of importance to international trade.