COVID-19 Updates for Veterinarians from the College
During each step of its Roadmap to Reopen, the province indicates that veterinary services may continue. Permitted services include veterinary services and other businesses that provide for the health and welfare of animals, including farms, boarding kennels, stables, animal shelters, research facilities, groomers, pet sitters, pet walkers, and trainers (including for service animals).
Further details are available from the Province of Ontario. https://www.ontario.ca/page/reopening-ontario
The College reminds veterinarians and the public to meet or exceed public health advice, recommendations and instructions in the Roadmap to Reopen plan when delivering and accessing veterinary services. This includes limiting the number of people inside the facility so that they can safely maintain physical distancing from others. It is expected that veterinary practices will operate in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations made under them.
Please contact your local public health unit for further information.
Updated: Impact of COVID-19 on College programs and services
July 19, 2021
An update on the delivery of College programs and services.
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Update: Telemedicine measures remain in place
October 08, 2020
The College strongly recommends that veterinarians follow all public health recommendations.
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Update on province re-opening
June 12, 2020
The province remains in a public health emergency. Veterinarians, as public health practitioners, are advised to continue efforts to decrease the potential for exposure to COVID-19.
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Opening of veterinary services
May 14, 2020
Businesses that provide veterinary services can begin providing regular veterinary appointments on May 19, 2020, as indicated in the Premier’s announcement on May 14, 2020.
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Supporting conversations with clients during COVID-19
April 21, 2020
During these challenging times of service restrictions and maintaining strict public health measures, communication with animal owners is key in the efforts to minimize risk to animal health and human health.
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Equine Reference - Recommendations for the Ambulatory Practitioner
April 09, 2020
A reference from the American Association of Equine Practitioners to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in equestrian facilities.
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