Veterinarians are not required to accept students into their offices for practical experience. If they choose to do so, they need to confirm that the owner understands the situation and agrees to the student’s involvement. ANY SITUATION IN WHICH A STUDENT WILL BE PERFORMING A TASK WHICH ORDINARILY REQUIRES LICENSURE MUST REQUIRE THE OWNER’S SPECIFIC CONSENT.

Without this change, I remain opposed to expanding the possibility of student preceptorships before the fourth year.