Fallen Animals

It is the responsibility of animals' owners to dispose of fallen animals in accordance with current animal by-product regulations . This involves the collection of the carcase by a licensed knackery and subsequent rendering.

Reports of incidences of increased levels of fallen animals in farms are investigated by Veterinary Inspectors in conjunction with the Department of Agriculture, particularly to ascertain if a particular disease or animal welfare problem is behind the increased mortality.

Cases of dumping of animal carcases are investigated, particularly with regard to tracing the origin of the animal involved and its owner. This is to recoup any costs involved in the disposal of the carcase, and in connection with legal proceedings that may follow such dumping.