Division of Animal Health Programs

​​​​The Wisconsin Department of Agric​ulture, Trade and Consumer Protection's (DATCP) ​Division of Animal Health operates a number of species specific programs and general programs to regulate various aspects of the agriculture industry. If you are trying to start a fish or deer farm, want to buy and sell chickens, or want to breed dogs for sale, y​ou can learn more about these programs using the links below.​

Species Specific Programs

• Aquaculture (Fish Farm) Program
• Dog Breeders & Sellers Program
• Farm-Raised Deer Program
• Poultry Flock Programs
• Swine Health Improvement Program (SHIP)
  

General Programs

• Humane Officer Program
• Premises Registration
• Veterinary Feed Directives
  

ATCP 10​ and 12 Updates 2026​

The Wisconsin Department Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Division of Animal Health (DAH) recently updated two administrative rules: ATCP 10 regarding Animal Diseases and Movement, and ATCP 12 regarding Animal Markets, Dealers, and Truckers. The updates have been published following completion of three rulemaking packages (CR 25-078, CR 25-056, CR 25-058) and reflect a multi-year rulemaking process informed by industry stakeholders, public comments, and evolving animal health needs across Wisconsin.​ Access the ATCP 10 and 12 One Pag​er for more information.