animal-tradeguideline
nounUK /ˈænɪməl treɪd ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/
US /ˈænɪməl treɪd ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/
A rule that tells people how to buy and sell animals safely and fairly.
The zoo followed the animal-tradeguideline to make sure every animal was healthy.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A written suggestion for countries that trade animals across borders.
The new animal-tradeguideline asks nations to check animal health before shipping.
3. A set of steps for shops that sell pets to keep records of where animals come from.
Pet stores must obey the animal-tradeguideline and write down each animal's origin.
4. Advice for farmers about moving farm animals between markets.
The animal-tradeguideline helped farmers keep their cows safe during transport.