§ 43-29-13.2 — Practice of veterinary technology - Exceptions

North Dakota § 43-29-13.2

• Jurisdiction: North Dakota
• Title 43: Occupations and Professions
• Ch. 43-29: Veterinarians

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1. The following individuals may not be considered to be engaging in the practice of
veterinary technology in this state:
a. An individual who treats an animal owned by the individual or the individual's
regular employer, except if ownership of the animal was transferred or otherwise
manipulated to avoid the requirements of this chapter.
b. An individual who conducts experiments in scientific research in the development
of methods, techniques, or treatment, directly or indirectly applicable to the
problems of medicine, and who in connection with these activities uses animals.
c. A student enrolled in an approved program of veterinary technology performing
duties or actions assigned by an instructor or working under the direct supervision
of a veterinarian.
d. An employee of the United States or this state while in the performance of duties
as employees.
e. An employee of a veterinarian performing duties under the direction or
supervision of the veterinarian responsible for the employee's performance.
f. An individual lecturing or giving instructions or demonstrations within the
individual's area of professional expertise in connection with a continuing
education course or seminar.
g. An individual who is not a graduate of an approved program of veterinary
technology, enrolled in an equivalency program of veterinary technology as
approved by the board, performing duties or actions assigned by an instructor in
an approved program of veterinary technology.
h. An individual who administers medication or treatment as prescribed by a
veterinarian.
i. An individual who performs gratuitous services for an animal in a life-threatening
situation.
2. This section may not be construed to protect individuals from animal cruelty laws in
this state.