Brand Inspection is required:

  • Before Removal From The County.
  • Before Removal From The State.
  • Before A Change Of Ownership (Selling 1 Head Or More).
  • Before Livestock Is Sold At A Livestock Auction.
  • Before Slaughter At A Licensed Establishment.
  • A Bill Of Sale Is Required To Prove Ownership. A Bill Of Sale Signed By The Seller And Adequately Describing The Livestock Sold Must Be Presented To The Livestock Inspector Whenever The Change Of Ownership Inspection Is Made Or Whenever A Buyer Of Livestock Crosses A County Line Or State Line.

    • Annual brand inspections

    are available that allow travel anywhere within the State for 1 year from the date of issuance. Cost $6.00 per head. Available from your local inspector.

    Lifetime inspections are also available

    they allow travel anywhere within the United States and Canada via a reciprocal agreement with the other states and provinces. The cost is $15.00 and is available through State Stock Inspectors.

    Animal Health Requirements

    Montana Law requires that ALL livestock being brought into Montana be accompanied by a current Veterinary Health Inspection, an import permit number and a current Coggins Test. Import permits are to be obtained by the Veterinarian issuing the Veterinary Health Inspection within 10 days prior to entry into Montana by calling 406-444-2976. Canadian Imports must meet the requirements of the State of Montana. Failure to have the proper documents is a violation of Montana Law and can result in a citation and fine. Call 406-444-2045 or your local brand inspector.

     

    MONTANA BRAND INSPECTION
    AND
    HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

    Marilyn & Jim Stromberg
    Montana Longears Association.
    1016 Fletcher Lane
    Stevensville, MT 59870
    (406) 777-2331