Survey: Pet owners want an in-person VCPR
Most pet owners believe the veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) should be established in person rather than virtually. That's one finding of a new AVMA survey that also found a majority of owners prefer that a veterinarian oversee their pet’s care.
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VCPR requirements fuel state legislative activity
The issue of whether to establish a veterinarian-client-patient-relationship (VCPR) through an in-person examination or solely electronic means has recently come before state legislatures and veterinary medical boards.
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The AVMA has published an updated version of the popular disaster preparedness guide that helps pet owners be ready to safeguard companion animals in the event of an emergency or natural disaster.
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