Monitoring animal health in SA

We oversee animal health through conducting disease surveillance, responding to outbreaks in the state, delivering animal health projects, and informing producers and veterinarians.

Our biosecurity division maintains the productivity of our primary industries, protects our natural environments, and sustains the health and wellbeing of our communities.

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Animal species health

Animal owners must adhere to health, identification, and movement rules for different species, including disease prevention.

Disease surveillance initiatives

Find out about animal health programs in SA, and download informative signs for your farm, sale yard, or event.

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Veterinary resources

Learn what to do if you suspect an emergency animal disease and see our programs for private veterinarians.

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Animal welfare and feeding

Read the guidelines that keep animals healthy and safe, including restricted feed for livestock which can cause diseases.

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Help sick or injured wildlife

Only people authorised for rescue and rehabilitation can take native animals or birds into care. Find out who to contact and how to avoid disease transmission.

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Livestock movement

Livestock must be identifiable and registered to a PIC if kept on your property. See the state traceability and export requirements to manage animal diseases.

About animal health

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) Biosecurity division monitors animal health in South Australia. Our responsibilities include managing:

  • property registration, animal identification and movement restrictions
  • disease response and animal surveillance programs
  • advisory groups to inform the Minister
  • animal health projects and working with veterinarians.

Find animal health contact information, including emergency support and veterinary officers in each region.

One Biosecurity (1B)
One Biosecurity (1B)

1B is South Australia’s voluntary biosecurity program helping livestock producers to manage on-farm practices and plans.

It is a free online platform to protect animal health and promote risk management.

Learn more

Emergency Animal Disease Hotline

Suspected disease or pests in livestock, poultry or aquatic animals must be reported immediately.

Call us to help stop the spread of animal illness, even if you are unsure of the disease.

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Freecall 1800 675 888