Term
RULE §571.3
Criminal History Evaluation Letters |
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A background check will be performed on all LVT applicants.
An individual may request
a criminal history evaluation letter regarding the person's eligibility for a license. |
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Term
RULE §571.4
Qualifications for Licensed Veterinary Technician License |
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Definition
To qualify for an LVT license:
- 18 years of age
- passed the VTNE
- passed the LVTE
- Graduated an AVMA accrdited school
*Must pass the VTNE before allowed to take LVTE |
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Term
RULE §571.25
Reapplication for SBE, LVTE, and EDPE |
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Definition
A passing score on the LVTE is 85% or higher.
An applicant must wait 45 days before attempting to retake the test. |
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Term
RULE §571.60
Expired Licenses for Licensed Veterinary Technicians and Equine Dental
Providers |
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Definition
| An exspired license must be renewed once a year in the applicants birth month. |
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Term
RULE §571.61
Inactive License Status |
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Definition
A licensee may request his/her license be placed on inactive status, whether or not he/she is practicing within the State of Texas.
A licensee on inactive status must pay the total annual renewal fee, less the amount of the
inactive annual renewal fee, plus a $25 administrative processing fee to obtain a regular license.
10 CE credits a year must be maintained. |
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Term
RULE §573.1
Avoidance of Conflicting Interest |
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Definition
The veterinarian will avoid partaking in such activities as:
- Gambling
- Drug Dealing
- Dog Fighting |
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RULE §573.2
Avoidance of Encroachment on Another's Practice |
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Definition
A licensee may not make any effort, direct or indirect, which in any manner is calculated to influence
the sound professional judgment of another licensee. |
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Term
RULE §573.3
Exposure of Corrupt or Dishonest Conduct |
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Definition
Licensees shall expose without fear or favor before the proper tribunal or the State Board of Veterinary
Medical Examiners corrupt or dishonest conduct by other licensees. |
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Term
RULE §573.4
Adherence to the Law |
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Definition
| Anything witnessed or understood to be against the law will be reported the the state board. |
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Term
RULE §573.6
Restriction of Partnerships to Members of Veterinary Profession |
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Definition
| A veterinarian who owns a practice can not partner with someone who is not a veterinarian. |
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Term
RULE §571.63
Default on Student Loan |
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Definition
The Board may deny an application for a license if it receives information from an
administering entity that the applicant has defaulted on a student loan. Active licenses can also be suspended. |
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Term
***RULE §573.10
Supervision of Non-Veterinarians |
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Definition
Before 95', the vet techs were not listed legally in the laws.
The veterinarian decides who can perform what duties.
The vet tech - under direct or immediate supervision may:
- induce anesthesia
- suture
- extract loose teeth
Under general supervision:
-draw blood and take samples
All VA's and CVA's must be under immediate supervision
The vet tech and do the VX under direct supervision
The vet tech may speak with the client about nutrician, dentals, and over the counter pharmacy products
A vet tech may perform euthanasia and long as the client is not in the room
State certificates are good for 10 days (Dogs/Cats) and 30 days (Livestock)
Instructions for care of a patient can be completed by a non-vet.
*** Know the # |
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Term
RULE §573.11
Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees |
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Definition
| If the vet assigns a task to a vet tech or cva, then the vet is responsible for the actions of that employee. |
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Term
RULE §573.12
Responsibility for Licensure of Licensed Persons |
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Definition
| A veterinarian who employs and/or supervises another veterinarian practicing veterinary medicine shall assure that the person is actively licensed and is registered with the DEA. |
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Term
RULE §573.13
fgtrDelegation and Supervision Relating to Official Health Documents |
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Definition
Only a specialized vet can do specialized testing and must be the one to sign off on any health certificates related to that specialized testing.
Only a vet is allowed to sign off on any official health documents. |
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Term
| What is Brucellosis in cattle |
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Definition
Brucellosis in Cattle
(Contagious abortion, Bang's disease)
Infection spreads rapidly and causes many abortions in unvaccinated cattle. Natural transmission occurs by ingestion of organisms. Cattle may ingest contaminated feed and water or may lick contaminated genitals of other animals. Diagnosis is based on bacteriology or serology. B abortus can be recovered from the placenta but more conveniently in pure culture from the stomach and lungs of an aborted fetus.
- Bacterial
- lifelong
- zoonotic
- Calf's can be VX as early as 4-7 months, will get an ear tag or tattoo upon VX
- Calf's are negative until the consume mothers milk. |
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Term
RULE §573.14
Alternate Therapies--Chiropractic and Other Forms of Musculoskeletal Manipulation |
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Definition
- Must get consent from owner to perform
- Chiropractics can be performed under general supervision
- A human chiropractor may treat an animal only if referred by a vet. |
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Term
RULE §573.15
Use of Ultrasound in Diagnosis or Therapy |
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Definition
- Ultrasounds can be sent out to be renewed by human radiologist
- The vets saves $$ when a patient is referred to have rads taken somewhere else. |
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Term
RULE §573.16
Alternate Therapies--Acupuncture |
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Definition
| Only the Veterinarian can do Acupunture and the patient can not be referred out. |
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Term
RULE §573.17
Alternate Therapies--Holistic Medicine |
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Definition
| Holistic medicine is a mix of modern and naltural medications and can only be administered by the veterinarian. |
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Term
RULE §573.18
Alternate Therapies--Homeopathy |
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Definition
| Ancient illness used to create VX against that specific illness. |
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Term
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Definition
- Only the vet may use the Dental Elevator
- Vet techs can not do surgery
- EDP's can perform dental care under general supervision
- Vet techs can perform dental care under direct supervision |
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Term
RULE §573.20
Responsibility for Acceptance of Medical Care |
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Definition
If a clinic is not full service, the they should have a list of other clinics available for the service or specialty
Clients can be fired if they are a henderence, and should be referred to another clinic
A vet on staff may approve a refill originally prescribed by another vet as long as they work in the same facility. |
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Term
RULE §573.21
Direct Responsibility to Client |
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Definition
| The vet is not allowed to change the price of a product or med being sold to the client. |
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Term
RULE §573.22
Professional Standard of Care |
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Definition
| Humane care and the law must always be taken into account. |
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Term
RULE §573.23
Board Certified Specialists |
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Definition
Specialists are held to a higher standard of care than nonspecialist
veterinarians, and must be board certified. |
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Term
RULE §573.24
Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case |
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Definition
| If a client refuses a referral to a specialist, then they will be asked to sign a document showing that refusal. |
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Term
RULE §573.25
Issuance of Official Health Documents Through Direct Knowledge Only |
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Definition
Licensed veterinarians in this state shall not issue any official health documents for an animal without
first having personally examined the individual animal
That said animal meets the requirements for the issuance of the
official health document.
Must understand and follow protocol for reporting diseases |
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Term
RULE §573.26
Avoidance of Guaranteeing Cures |
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Definition
| It is professionally dishonest for a licensee to guarantee a cure. A licensee must avoid bold and confident assurances to clients, especially where the licensee's employment may depend upon such assurance. |
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Term
RULE §573.27
Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing |
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Definition
Licensees shall conduct their practice with honesty, integrity, and fair dealing to clients in time and services rendered, and in the amount charged for services, facilities, appliances, and drugs.
The client is entitled to a quote and the patient can not be held not non-payment. |
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Term
RULE §573.28
Observance of Confidentiality |
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Definition
| The clients information shall not be given out without the permission of the client. |
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Term
RULE §573.29
Complaint Information and Notice to Clients |
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Definition
| Information needed for clients to file complaints will be readily available. |
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Term
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Definition
| A licensee may not engage in advertising that is false, deceptive, or misleading |
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Term
RULE §573.32
Specialty Listings |
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Definition
A veterinarian must indicate his or her specialty whenever the veterinarian indicates that he or she is
a specialist. |
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Term
RULE §573.33
Display of Degree, Certificate, or Title from Approved Institutions Only |
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Definition
| A licensee shall not use or display any college degree, certificate, or title pertaining to veterinary medicine or equine dentistry granted by any institution not approved by the Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. |
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Term
RULE §573.40
Labeling of Medications Dispensed |
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Definition
Should include:
- The vets name, address of clinic, and clinic phone #
- The date
- The patient
- Species
- Name, strength, and quantity of med
- and a cautionary statement |
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Term
RULE §573.41
Use of Prescription Drugs |
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Definition
| A veterinary/Client relationship must first be established in order to administer prescription drugs. |
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Term
RULE §573.42
Use of Scheduled Drugs in Training and/or Racing |
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Definition
| Meds can be prescribed for medical purposes but not for enhancement performance. |
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Term
RULE §573.43
Controlled Substances Registration |
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Definition
| Only one vet on staff needs to have an active DEA license for controlled drugs to be dispensed. |
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Term
RULE §573.44
Compounding Drugs |
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Definition
A veterinarian may only compound drugs for a specific animal or herd with which the
veterinarian has established and maintained a valid veterinarian-client-patient relationship. |
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Term
RULE §573.45
Extra-Label or Off-Label Use of Drugs |
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Definition
| A veterinarian must use his or her discretion in the off-label use of drugs for animals. |
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Term
RULE §573.50
Controlled Substances Records Keeping for Drugs on Hand |
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Definition
| Controlled substance log-books must be kept for 5 years and balanced correctly. Companies responsible will dispose of expired drugs on premise. |
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Term
RULE §573.51
Rabies Control |
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Definition
A rabies VX is done as early as 12-16 weeks of age. If the patient comes back within a year, then a 3 year VX can be administered. If not, then a 1 year is given.
The VX document must include breed signalment
The VX can be administered under direct or immediate supervision
Copies of certificate must be retained for at least 5 years in the clinic
Animal bites must be reported to the local health authorities
Rabies is zoonotic
Only 4 ppl have been known to survive |
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Term
RULE §573.52
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
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Definition
Record keeping must be detailed based on date and procedure
The client may have a copy of patient records
Only a representative amount of animals need to be seen in order to treat the herd or flock. |
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Term
RULE §573.53
Equine Dental Provider Patient Record Keeping |
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Definition
Individual records shall be complete, contemporaneous and legible and shall include, but are
not limited to:
name, address, and phone number of the client
identification of patient, including name, breed, age, sex, and description
patient history
dates of visits
Patient records shall be current and readily available for a minimum of five years from the date of last treatment by the equine dental provider. |
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Term
RULE §573.54
Patient Records Release and Charges |
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Definition
Patient record release can be done with written concent from the client, subpoena, or if animal control warrents it.
The vet may charge for copies
A veterinarian must surrender their license within 30 days of quitting. |
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Term
RULE §573.60
Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans |
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Definition
A veterinarian shall not provide care and treatment of humans including prescribing and/or dispensing prescription medication
A veterinarian
may render first aid or emergency care to a human if such action is without expectation of compensation in response to an emergency or disaster situation. |
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Term
RULE §573.61
Minimum Security for Controlled Substances |
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Definition
| Controlled substances must always be kept in a locked box. |
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Term
RULE §573.62
Violation of Board Orders/Negotiated Settlements |
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Definition
| All persons that are subject of a Board order shall abide by the terms of the order. The Board may open a complaint against a person who violates a Board order |
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Term
RULE §573.63
Inspection of Facilities and Records |
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Definition
| Licensees shall admit a representative of the Board, during regular business hours, to inspect equipment and business premises; examine and/or copy client and patient records, and drug records. |
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Term
RULE §573.64
Continuing Education Requirements |
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Definition
- A licensed Veterinarian - 17 hours
- A Licensed Equine Dental Provider - 6 hours
- A licensed Veterianry Technician - 10 hours
Credits can be completed through school and any AAHA approved conferences.
Renewal of a license will be denied if CE credits are not complete. |
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Term
RULE §573.65
Proof of Acceptable Continuing Education |
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Definition
| Continuing Education hours shall be acceptable if they relate to clinical matters. |
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Term
RULE §573.66
Disciplinary Action for Non-Compliance with Continuing Education
Requirements |
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Definition
| A lincesee and be fined and or required to get double the CE if required CE is not met on time. |
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Term
RULE §573.70
Reporting of Criminal Activity |
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Definition
| The board must be notified of any criminal actions brought against you. The licensee then becomes subject to fines and or suspensions by the board. |
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Term
RULE §573.76
Notification of Licensee Addresses |
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Definition
Each licensee shall report to the Board the licensee's:
(1) name and license number;
(2) clinic or practice name;
(3) physical business address;
(4) mailing address;
(5) residence address;
(6) business telephone number; and
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(7) residence and/or cellular telephone number |
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Term
RULE §573.77
Sterilization of Animals from Releasing Agencies |
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Definition
| Animals found with a clipped ear or tattoo have been spayed or neutered. |
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Term
RULE §573.79
Maintenance of Sanitary Premises |
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Definition
| Keep the facility clean and sanitized from debris and bacteria. Sterilization should be done every 2 months in accordance with AAHA. |
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Term
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Definition
A licensee subject to disciplinary action by the Board may be reprimanded
- formally or informally
- in writting
- and a copy is available upon request.
A formal reprimand will be published in the Board's newsletter |
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Term
RULE §575.27
Complaints--Receipt |
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Definition
Complaints can filed against the licensee by the client or board.
Court cases are held in austin. |
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Term
RULE §575.40
Cease and Desist Procedures |
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Definition
| If recieved, the licensee may have to stop acting as a licensee. |
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Term
RULE §577.15
Fee Schedule |
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Definition
LVT renewal is $50 per year
LVT inactive renewal is $26 per year |
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| Where are the bison located that have brucellosis? |
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Definition
- Destroys bloodcells
- No VX
- Lifelong infection
- Transmitted by biting flys
- Diagnosed using Coggens test
- Animal must be quarantined 600ft or 200yrds from other horses
- Horses must be tested once a year for EIA
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| Scrapie is zoonotic in what animal? |
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Definition
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| Name an animal that can transmit Pseudorabies and brucellosis |
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| How many of the 10 CE credits need to be in person? |
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| Name 1 controlled drug that may be kept in the lock box |
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| The min age for a rabies VX is? |
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| TX state law says an animal must be VX against rabies every ____ years. |
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| Name a non-reportable disease? |
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| Vet clinics are subject to inspection by |
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| An employee must be ____ years of age to operate a radiograph machine. |
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