does anyone know if there is anything that can be done to vetenarians for not doing their job properly?

Question

I have a 5.5 yr old rabbit that has been seen by the same vet for his entire life. We moved recently and took him to a vet near where we now live and she informed us that our rabbit has probably been in alot of pain most of his life.. she knew this as soon as she looked at him, We are just wondering how accountable a vet is/should be required by law in the proper caring of an animal! Thank in advance!

Answer 1

Yeah, depending on the seriousness of the condition and complications that arise because of those conditions, you can take it to court. Acts and laws on animal care and proper animal medical attention have been on the rise, and a lot of vets are getting cracked down on because of improper treatment, diagnosis etc. It's almost as serious as having a doctor mess up with info on your kid nowadays.

Answer 2

It would be hard to sue for malpractice unless the cause of his pain is obvious, the other vet just ignored it, and it caused monetary loss.

If it were me, I'd contact the old vet as a concerned animal owner. Explain the new vet found X and see what the old vet's response is. If you truly believe the old vet is doing a terrible job and animals are suffering because of it, contact the state licensing board. Enough complaints and they can revoke his license.

Answer 3

Call the board of Vetrinarian Medicine and report them. But always get a second opinion before making an assumption and reporting someone.

Answer 4

Better Business Bureau, for a start.

Answer 5

There should be a state licensing board that you can complain to about them.

Answer 6

it depends on the case but you can pusuit a law suit....