How is Scrapie handled in the United States?
The National Scrapie Eradication Program as established by the USDA/APHIS is based on the following three principles: • Identification of preclinical animals, by testing live animals, and surveillance and slaughter of those that test positive. • Tracing infected animals to their herd of origin. • Herd cleanup through the use of genetic-based strategies. It requires that all animals be officially identified.
