VCPR definition to be codified in WA

VCPR definition to be codified in WA

At the December 2, 2013 meeting of the Veterinary Board of Governors, the members voted to open a CR-101, which is a notification of intent to inform stakeholders that the Board will initiate rulemaking to consider defining the Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship (VCPR) in Washington Administrative Code. Washington is one of a handful of states where the VCPR has no legal definition. The Veterinary Board of Governors established an internal policy some years ago but it’s used only as a guideline when reviewing disciplinary cases. For more information on VCPR rulemaking and other activities by the Veterinary Board of Governors, sign up to receive emails at their Dept. of Health webpage.