Alabama SB85 amends veterinary practice regulations, defining the veterinarian-client-patient relationship and prohibiting medication dispensing.

Alabama SB85 amends the Code of Alabama to further specify the veterinarian-client-patient relationship and the scope of veterinary practice. The bill defines the relationship, requiring veterinarians to establish it annually and prohibiting them from dispensing medication without it. It also sets a maximum refill period for prescriptions and updates existing code language. The act aims to ensure veterinarians maintain a professional relationship with clients and patients, enhancing animal care standards.

Alabama SB85 amends veterinary practice regulations, defining the veterinarian-client-patient relationship and prohibiting medication dispensing.

Alabama SB85 amends the Code of Alabama to further specify the veterinarian-client-patient relationship and the scope of veterinary practice. The bill defines the relationship, requiring veterinarians to establish it annually and prohibiting them from dispensing medication without it. It also sets a maximum refill period for prescriptions and updates existing code language. The act aims to ensure veterinarians maintain a professional relationship with clients and patients, enhancing animal care standards.