S.2653

Requires veterinarians to provide consultations to animal owners when a drug is prescribed and dispensed for that annual patient.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2653 mandates veterinarians to consult with dog and cat owners when prescribing and dispensing drugs.

Rhode Island S2653 amends the state's veterinary practice laws to require veterinarians to provide consultations to dog and cat owners when prescribing and dispensing drugs. These consultations must include details about the drug's name, description, administration, dosage, effects, special directions, missed doses, and manufacturer warnings. The consultation can be offered verbally, in writing, or by email. Veterinarians may delegate this task to registered veterinary technicians or assistants.

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Environment and Agriculture Committee
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History

Feb 27

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture