ASPCA Commends Washington Gov. Ferguson for Signing Bill to Increase Access to Veterinary Telemedicine for Pets
Sponsored by Reps. Lisa Parshley and Debra Lekanoff, H.B. 2247 allows veterinarians to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship using telehealth under certain circumstances, which will help more Washington families access care for their pets. The new law will go into effect on July 1, 2027.
Telehealth can improve care for cats with chronic health issues
Caring for a cat with chronic health conditions can be challenging for all involved, from the process of getting to a veterinary clinic to the stress of being in a strange environment with new smells and animals.
Game-Changing Bill to Revolutionize Vet Care in Michigan: Telehealth for Pets!
In a move that could significantly transform veterinary care, Michigan lawmaker Rep. Laurie Pohutsky, D-Livonia, is championing a bill that seeks to expand telehealth services for pets. This initiative was inspired by her own experience with Delilah, her 13-year-old cat, who frequently suffered from respiratory infections.
