- (a) For purposes of this section, an “animal vaccination veterinary premises” shall mean a location at a scheduled vaccination event where a veterinarian or designated veterinary personnel administer vaccinations and perform preventative procedures for parasite control on multiple animals.
- (b) For purposes of this section, “designated veterinary personnel” means a registered veterinary technician, veterinary assistant, or veterinary assistant controlled substance permit holder supervised by the veterinarian.
(c) An animal vaccination veterinary premises shall meet the following minimum standards:
- (1) All minimum standards specified in section 2030, except for paragraphs (5), (7), (8), (10), (11), and (13) of subsection (a) of that section.
- (2) A veterinarian must remain on site throughout the duration of the scheduled vaccination event. The veterinarian is responsible for proper administration of vaccinations and preventative procedures for parasite control and the completeness of recommendations made to the public by the designated veterinary personnel. The veterinarian is responsible for consultation and referral of clients when disease is detected or suspected.
- (3) Fresh, clean water shall be available for sanitizing and first aid. Disposable towels and soap shall be readily available.
(4) A written disclosure shall be provided to each client prior to or at the time services are provided in at least 18-point type and include the following:
- (A) the telephone number where clients are able to contact the animal vaccination veterinary premises with questions, concerns, or emergency needs.
- (B) the hours of operation of the animal vaccination veterinary premises.
- (C) a name, telephone number, and location of a veterinary premises where after-hours emergency care is available.
- (5) The veterinarian shall be identifiable to the public, including, but not limited to the posting of a copy of the veterinarian's license, as set forth in section 4850 of the code.
Note: Authority cited: Sections 4808 and 4854, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Sections 4826.7, 4853, 4854 and 4883, Business and Professions Code.
History
1. New section filed 9-27-2013; operative 1-1-2014 (Register 2013, No. 39).
2. Amendment of section heading, section and Note filed 12-29-2025; operative 1-1-2026 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2026, No. 1).