Md. Code Regs. 15.11.17.02 - Definitions
A. In this chapter,
the following terms have the meanings indicated.
B. Terms defined.
(1) "Department" means the Department of
Agriculture.
(2) Downers.
(a) "Downers" means livestock that are down
and unable to rise even with assistance.
(b) "Downers" includes livestock which, after
being assisted to rise, cannot stand and walk without assistance.
(3) "Livestock" means cattle,
swine, sheep, horses, asses, mules, or goats.
(4) "Livestock market" means an established
location where livestock are offered for sale.
(5) "Humane treatment" means:
(a) Treating livestock in a manner that
avoids unnecessary suffering or pain; and
(b) Providing livestock, when necessary, with
adequate feed, water, veterinary care, and shelter.
(6) "Slaughter establishment" means an
establishment regulated by the Food Safety Inspection Service, U.S. Department
of Agriculture, or by a corresponding agency in those states which conduct meat
inspection.
(7) "3-D livestock"
means livestock that are:
(a)
Downers;
(b) Debilitated;
or
(c) Diseased.
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