*Effective April 9, 2012*, equine will not be accepted to NM livestock markets on a telephone permit. All in-district equine must have proof of ownership. All other in-state equine must be accompanied by an NMLB Form 1 inspection, an NMLB 1-H certificate, or an applicable tribal inspection.
Notice to horse owners and transporters
New Mexico updates laws related to equine import and piroplasmosis testing requirements.
All interstate equine must be accompanied by a health certificate (CVI) issued within the previous thirty days and proof of a negative Coggins test within the previous 12 months.
In addition, horse owners and transporters need to be aware of New Mexico import requirements for equine piroplasmosis testing. The risk associated with the 2010 equine piroplasmosis outbreak in south Texas Equine piroplasmosis caused by Theileria (Babesia) equi has been greatly mitigated by the combined efforts of the USDA and the Texas Animal Health Commission.
Piroplasmosis testing, piroplasmosis statements and entry permits are no longer required for equids entering NM from the six Texas counties involved in that outbreak.
There are equids entering New Mexico from Texas that may have increased risk for equine piroplasmosis. Specifically, any equids which have previously resided in the high-risk counties, equids that have commingled with equids that have resided in those counties, and equids originating from any Texas counties where the tropical horse tick is known to exist. While not required for entry, it is strongly recommended that such horses be tested for Theileria (Babesia) equi within 12 months prior to entry into New Mexico.
The State of New Mexico will continue to require a negative test for Theileria (Babesia) equi within 12 months prior to entry into New Mexico for any equid (including pony horses) entering the State from any state or territory for the purpose of racing or training at any sanctioned New Mexico horse racing facility.
Piroplasmosis testing is strongly recommended prior to entering New Mexico for any equids that have a known history of having been raced in the past.