This law says that someone who operates a slaughterhouse cannot have any ownership or control over a business that is licensed to transport dead animals, unless the slaughterhouse is inspected by the state or federal government. This applies whether the control is direct or indirect, such as through stock or employees.

This law states that slaughterhouses can't accept dead animals unless they died while being transported to the slaughterhouse. These dead animals must be immediately sent to a licensed facility for processing. However, if a seemingly healthy animal dies during transportation due to injuries and was not transported by a dead animal hauler, it can be slaughtered right away under specific conditions set by the authorities.

This law requires places where animals are slaughtered or pet food is processed to be clean and hygienic. It's all about ensuring safe conditions in pet food production.

This law requires that all fresh or frozen meats and meat byproducts, including horsemeat, sold as pet food must meet specific standards set by this chapter or regulations made by the director.

This law states that any animal carcasses, parts, or products not meant for human consumption must be clearly marked or treated so they can't be used for food. These items must be identified according to specific regulations before being sold or transported. It's illegal to buy, sell, transport, or receive any such products unless they have been properly marked or treated to indicate they are not for human food.

This law states that using animals that died other than by slaughter or using diseased animals in pet food, or not preparing it in clean conditions, poses a health risk to both people and animals in California.

This law outlines the rules for transporting dead animals in California. Generally, dead animals must be taken to licensed places like rendering plants, collection centers, or approved out-of-state destinations. However, exceptions are possible if the State Veterinarian grants a waiver during emergencies or if operational issues prevent processing. In emergencies, permits may allow transport to landfills. This law also clarifies that it doesn't interfere with state or federal environmental laws or prevent animal owners from burying animals on their property under certain conditions. Transport rules don't apply to road agencies removing carcasses from highways.

The State Veterinarian can approve short-term research projects to explore new ways of disposing of animal tissue. These projects aim to see if these methods can effectively kill disease-causing organisms and safeguard public health and farm animals. These projects can't last more than 24 months.

If you transport live horses to a licensed slaughterhouse, you must ensure they have enough food and water. Not doing so is considered animal cruelty under another law.

This law requires that all trucks and every licensed location of a dead animal hauler must be inspected by the appropriate authorities at least once a year before renewing their license. Inspections can also happen at any other time if necessary.

This law requires that any vehicles used to transport dead animals must be fully unloaded, then cleaned and disinfected at the rendering plant.

Inspectors from state and local health departments have the right to enter any place where animals are slaughtered or where meat products are made or sold, to ensure everything meets health and safety standards. They can do this at any time the business is open. If these inspections happen outside usual working hours, or on public holidays, the business must cover the extra costs of the inspectors' overtime pay and expenses through an agreement with the department.

This law allows pet food slaughterhouses to slaughter animals such as horses, mules, burros, cattle, sheep, goats, and swine directly on their premises.

If you transport dead animals, you need to register each vehicle you use for this purpose with the relevant bureau.

This law states that if you hold a license, you cannot deny entry or inspection to a department representative, and you must also allow them to take product samples if needed.

This section makes it illegal to sell or market meat, horsemeat, or their byproducts as pet food if the labeling or packaging is false or misleading. However, it is okay to use established trade names and labels as long as they are truthful and approved by the director.

This law requires that any labels or identification marks used on certain items must get approval from the director before being used.

This law states that it's illegal to sell or transport meat or horsemeat products if they are incorrectly labeled according to the director's regulations.