Veterinary medicine; veterinarian-client-patient relationship further specified; scope of practice inside and outside veterinarian-client-patient relationship further defined

Summary

The bill updates Alabama’s veterinary rules so a veterinarian who has an established veterinarian‑client‑patient relationship (VCPR) can use telemedicine to advise a client during an emergency if the vet cannot examine the animal in person. The vet may share changes in treatment protocol, give recommendations, or refer the client to another licensed veterinarian. This change aims to keep animals receiving timely care during urgent situations.

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