Sheep and goat condensed guidance
In Scotland, sheep and goat identification and traceability are vital for disease prevention, control, eradication and the protection of public health. This condensed guidance is designed to be a handy companion to, and complement, the existing sheep and goat guidance already available.
Standstill and movement restrictions
The standstill period is an important disease control measure that acts as a 'firebreak' in the event of disease entering a flock or herd. The standstill period intends to allow for signs of disease to be noticed by the keeper before livestock can be moved to another location, thereby reducing the risk of spreading disease.
The current standstill period in Scotland is 13 days for sheep and goats (and cattle). This means that when you bring an animal onto your holding, unless it is kept under an approved separation agreement, all livestock on the holding become subject to a 13-day standstill, during which they cannot be moved to another holding.