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Recordkeeping Requirements

Animal Rescue Entity Record Requirements

A record of each animal shall be maintained by the Animal Rescue Entity (ARE) for the entire time that the animal is in the legal custody of the ARE and for a minimum of 12 months after the date of disposition or transfer of legal custody of the animal. This document summarizes the rules and is not the official rules. Please refer to Oregon Administrative Rules 603-015-0090 for the full detailed requirements.

Resources

ODA Resources

  • ARE Record Requirements
    Downloadable listing of each record element required by ARE program rules
  • Record Toolkit
    Guidance and sample forms to assist AREs in developing a basic recordkeeping system that complies with the ARE program requirements
  • Sample ARE Records
    Sample records for 10 ficticious animals using the ARE Record Toolkit. Each record includes all information required by ARE program requirements