01-001-721 Me. Code R. § 3

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024
Section 001-721-3 - METHODS OF IDENTIFICATION
A. Permanent identification of a wolf hybrid must be provided by one of the following methods:
(1) a microchip placed subcutaneous (under the skin) that has been registered with a nationwide organization and whose database will be accessible by the Department at all times; or
(2) a permanent tattoo that will be registered with a nationwide organization and whose database will be accessible by the Department at all times.
B. The database for any microchip or tattoo placed in accordance with paragraph 3.A (1) or 3.A (2) of these rules must contain the following information, at a minimum, and be readily accessible to the Department at all times:
(1) The name of the person who owns or keeps the wolf hybrid.
(2) The address of the person who owns or keeps the wolf hybrid.
(3) The telephone number of the person who owns or keeps the wolf hybrid.
C. Any telephone number provided to the Department by the owner or keeper of any wolf hybrid must remain in service and provide the Department ready access to the owner or keeper on a 24 hour basis, seven (7) days a week.
D. If available, anyone who owns or keeps a wolf hybrid must provide the Department with an email address.
E. Anyone who owns or keeps a wolf hybrid must advise the Department of any changes to the information provided to the Department in accordance with these rules within 72hours of such change, including any changes in the name, address, phone, or email address of the owner or keeper of the wolf hybrid.

01-001 C.M.R. ch. 721, § 3