Veterinary Law

Veterinary RCWs and WACs

• Chapter 18.92 RCW Veterinary Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry 
• Chapter 246-933 WAC Veterinarians – Veterinary Board 
• Chapter 246-935 WAC Veterinary Technicians
• Chapter 246-937 WAC Veterinary Medication Clerks 
• Chapter 246-16 Standards of Professional Conduct
• Chapter 18.30 Regulation of Health Professions

Revised health care tasks for technicians and assistants - The Veterinary Board of Governors signed into rule this summer a revised version of tasks and supervision levels for licensed veterinary technicians and unregistered assistants. Changes to WAC 246-935-050 make it easier to determine what duties your staff can perform. Download the handout for posting in clinics.

Veterinary Board of Governors home page

Sign up for the Veterinary Board of Governors Interested Parties e-mail notification - To be notified about important information regarding changes to laws and regulations concerning veterinarians, veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants, sign up to receive their emails and notifications. Staying current on changes to laws and regulations is up to each licensed individual.