A person who is not licensed under the Veterinary Practice Act, including a licensed doctor of oriental medicine, is prohibited from practicing veterinary medicine, including acupuncture on an animal, as defined by the Veterinary Practice Act, except under direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian pursuant to 16.25.9.15 NMAC, or superseding rule. A licensed doctor of oriental medicine is guilty of unprofessional conduct who:

1. A. practices acupuncture on an animal or renders related services on an animal in violation of the Veterinary Practice Act; or
2. B. advertises or solicits clients for the practice of acupuncture on an animal except as permitted by rule promulgated by the board of veterinary medicine; or
3. C. accepts a fee directly from a client for services rendered on an animal.

[16.2.12.33 NMAC - Rp, 16.2.12.33 NMAC, 2/11/2022]