Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 15. Maryland Department of Agriculture |
Subtitle 14. BOARD OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS |
Chapter 15.14.01. Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for the Practice of Veterinary Medicine in the State |
Sec. 15.14.01.16. Notice of Lack of 24-hour Supervision
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A veterinarian who has assumed the care and custody of an animal, but does not provide 24-hour supervision by a paid employee physically in the hospital, where the animals are kept, shall provide the following written notification to the owner of the animal: "We Do Not Provide 24-Hour Supervision". This notice shall be provided either by:
A. Posting in a conspicuous location within the hospital that is readily visible by the public, such as at or near a receptionist's desk; or
B. Hand delivery to the owner on a piece of paper when the animal is presented for treatment or boarding.