North Dakota Statutes

§ 43-29-13.1 — Practice of veterinary medicine - Exceptions for recognized animal services

North Dakota § 43-29-13.1
JurisdictionNorth Dakota
Title 43Occupations and Professions
Ch. 43-29Veterinarians

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N.D. Cent. Code § 43-29-13.1 (2026).

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1.The provision of a recognized animal service does not constitute the practice of veterinary medicine if provided by an individual who is not a veterinarian or veterinary technician and not otherwise excepted from the practice of veterinary medicine under section 43-29-13.
2.For purposes of this section, "recognized animal service" means:
a.Grooming;
b.Training or conditioning;
c.Horseshoeing or farrier work;
d.Massage therapy or acupressure;
e.Microchip implantation; and
f.An accepted livestock management practice.
3.This section does not permit an individual who is not a veterinarian to diagnose, prescribe, or perform surgical procedures, other than surgical procedures considered to be an accepted livestock management practice.
4.The exceptions provided under this s

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