Which regulatory bodies establish standards for animal transportation?

The establishment of standards for animal transportation primarily falls under the purview of the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The AWA provides guidelines to ensure the humane treatment of animals in various circumstances, including transportation, and sets forth requirements for the care and handling of animals by facilities that transport them. The USDA enforces the regulations outlined in the AWA, ensuring that animals are transported in a manner that minimizes stress and suffering.

By having defined standards, these regulatory bodies help ensure that all animals are treated ethically during their transit process, thus promoting their welfare and reducing the risk of injury or death during transportation. This also includes provisions for appropriate caging, ventilation, and the monitoring of animals to ensure their health and safety during transit.

Other options listed pertain to different aspects of animal care or public health but do not specifically focus on the standards for animal transportation as established through the AWA and enforced by the USDA.