Which of the following must be legible, complete, and accurate on health certificates?

• A. The IHC or CVI information
• B. The owner's contact information only
• C. The travel route only
• D. The animal's breed only

Answer: (A)

On health certificates, the information from the IHC (International Health Certificate) or CVI (Certificate of Veterinary Inspection) section must be legible, complete, and accurate because it carries the official health verification that authorities rely on for travel eligibility. This part includes the animal’s identification, the owner’s contact details, vaccination and test results, dates, and the issuing veterinarian’s signature and credentials. If this data is unclear or missing, the certificate cannot be trusted as a valid record of health status, and entry or transport could be blocked until it’s corrected. Other details like the owner's contact information, travel route, or breed may appear on the form, but they do not by themselves establish health status for travel. Keeping the IHC/CVI data precise ensures the certificate fulfills its purpose of confirming health and facilitating safe movement.