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Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public.
Overview of current bluetongue cases, risk level, vaccinations and restrictions.
The signs of bluetongue virus, how you must report it and what happens when you do.
Livestock keepers must use this service to report using the BTV-3 vaccine in England, Scotland and Wales.
Services provided and contact details for Veterinary Investigation Centres (VICs) and surveillance pathology partners in England and Wales.
How to safely and legally dispose of dead farm animals and horses.
Current cases of foot and mouth disease, trade restrictions and risk level.
Find bird flu disease control zones and the rules you must follow in each zone.
Find out when you must use a Defra-approved disinfectant, which product to use, and in what concentration.
Information on BTV-3 vaccines for keepers and vets, including rules for reporting vaccinations and keeping records.
How to apply for a licence to move Bovine Tuberculosis (TB) restricted cattle to or from a farm or premises in England.
How to prevent the introduction and spread of animal disease by following good hygiene and biosecurity standards.
Access APHA reports, videos, publications and data on livestock, wildlife and small animals in England and Wales.
Signs that may suggest rabies in bats, what to do if you spot them and measures to prevent exposing yourself to the disease.
Private veterinary surgeons can use this service to report the prescription of a BTV-3 vaccination.
Send samples (classified as UN3373 biological substance category B) to APHA according to the ADR regulations and P650 packing instructions.
The signs of foot and mouth disease, what to do if you suspect it in your animals and measures to prevent its spread.
Find out when to test vaccinated animals and how to get private testing.
How to spot African swine fever, what to do if you suspect it and how to stop it spreading.
How to spot Newcastle disease, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
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