
09/20/2025
Telemedicine can be useful in veterinary medicine. However, under state law, a Veterinary-Client-Patient Relationship must be established prior to a telemedicine visit. That means a veterinarian and an animal must have at least one in-person visit before a telehealth visit.
Telehealth is helpful in many cases:
•Telehealth provides veterinary consultations to pet owners in remote or underserved locations.
• It offers timely advice for non-emergency concerns, reducing the need for travel.
•Telehealth facilitates follow-up appointments and the management of chronic conditions.