Therapy Horse
A therapy horse is a gentle equine trained for equine-assisted psychotherapy or hippotherapy programs. It is classified under tariff item 0101.29.00 as an 'other' live horse, provided it is not certified as pure-bred breeding stock.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the horse's therapy training and certification to support classification as 'other' live horses
• Obtain a CFIA health certificate and ensure the horse meets all import health requirements
• If the horse is used in a therapeutic setting, verify any additional provincial licensing requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 0101.29.00
Appaloosa Mare
An Appaloosa mare is a spotted horse intended for pleasure riding and family use, without a racing or pure-bred breeding pedigree. It falls under tariff item 0101.29.00 as an 'other' live horse, excluding pure-bred breeding animals.
Companion Horse
A companion horse is a live equine kept primarily as a pet or pasture mate, often of mixed breed and not intended for breeding or performance. It falls under tariff item 0101.29.00 as an 'other' live horse, excluding pure-bred breeding animals certified under Canadian regulations.
Draft Horse
A draft horse, such as a Clydesdale or Percheron, is a large, muscular equine used for heavy pulling work in agriculture, logging, or exhibitions. It is classified under tariff item 0101.29.00 as an 'other' live horse, provided it is not certified as pure-bred breeding stock.
Miniature Horse
A miniature horse is a small equine, typically under 38 inches at the withers, bred for companionship, therapy, or showing. It falls under tariff item 0101.29.00 as an 'other' live horse, excluding pure-bred breeding animals certified under Canadian livestock regulations.
Morgan Stallion
A Morgan stallion is an adult horse used for trail riding and general farm work, not registered for breeding programs. It is classified under tariff item 0101.29.00 as an 'other' live horse, provided it is not certified as pure-bred breeding stock.
Paint Horse Filly
A Paint Horse filly is a young horse for future trail and show use, lacking pure-bred breeding status. It falls under tariff item 0101.29.00 as an 'other' live horse, excluding pure-bred breeding animals.