Q&A on Companion Animal Board Bill
Have you heard about the Companion Animal Board bill? What does this legislation propose to accomplish, and how will it affect the veterinary and pet-owning communities? Watch our panel debate the arguments for and against the proposed Companion Animal Board legislation. Learn more about the bill and how to advocate for your position with your legislator.
Panel Members Supporting the Bill:
Senator Carrie Ruud, Chief author of the bill in the Minnesota Senate
Janelle Dixon, President and CEO of the Animal Humane Society
Ann Olson, Executive Director of Animal Folks Minnesota
Panel Members Opposing the Bill:
Dr. Beth Thompson, Executive Director and State Veterinarian at Minnesota Board of Animal Health, and Vice President of the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association
Dr. Nancy Peterson, large animal veterinarian at New Ulm Regional Veterinary Center and President Elect of the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association
Dr. Eric Ruhland, small animal veterinarian and owner of St. Paul Pet Hospital
More information can be found here: https://www.mncab.org/vets
And here: https://www.mvma.org/cab
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