Second Annual Animal Advocacy Day! The SF SPCA will once again be collaborating with animal welfare partners from across California for an Animal Advocacy Day in Sacramento on Tuesday, April
Did you know that Senate Bill (SB) 669—the legislation that allows Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) to administer vaccines while a veterinarian is off-site—is now officially law in California? Taking effect
With the State Legislative season now wrapped up, the SF SPCA is pleased to report on our successful advocacy campaigns aimed at improving access to care for California’s pets and
UPDATE: We are overjoyed to announce that Senate Bill 669 (SB 669), which expands the ability of Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) to administer vital vaccines, was signed into law by
UPDATE: We are thrilled to share that Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1399 into law, allowing for the use of veterinary telemedicine in a significant milestone for California’s animals. Telemedicine
AB 1399 will authorize telemedicine practice for veterinarians with a current California license. The use of veterinary telemedicine will significantly reduce animal suffering, alleviate financial and logistical barriers to veterinary
UPDATE: AB 1237 was held in committee on May 18th and will not move forward this year. This is disappointing news, but please stay tuned as we continue to generate
The California State Legislature is considering two pieces of legislation that significantly improve access to veterinary care for local shelters, and for individuals across the state. AB 1237, also known as the
Prescription refills associated with a veterinary-client-patient-relationship (“VCPR”) are normally valid for only twelve months after an animal patient is last seen in-person by a veterinarian. As veterinarians offer fewer appointments
September 15, 2020 – Shelter PALS Shelter Law Webinar Series – Shelter Intake Shelter professionals are invited to join us for a webinar in which Shelter PALS attorneys discuss intake
August 18, 2020 – Shelter PALS Expands Veterinary Care for Shelter Animals In exciting news, Shelter PALS has unlocked ways for shelters in California to legally offer telemedicine to needy
June 4, 2020 – CA Telemedicine Victory as DCA Waives Restrictions – California veterinarians now have another tool available to them to help keep pets and people healthy. In response to
