The goals of the data collection are
to characterize the epidemiology of canine leptospirosis in Puerto
Rico, assess the applicability of canine Leptospira vaccines used
in the island, and determine potential rodent, livestock, and
wildlife reservoirs for leptospirosis. Findings will be used to
develop recommendations for the prevention of leptospirosis in
dogs, focus human surveillance efforts, and guide further
investigations.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.