To Whom It May Concern:

I am writing to oppose Action 6824: Regulation of haul-in facilities for veterinary services in Virginia. This action will serve to further burden an already over-worked industry, and we simply cannot afford that misstep in our food system, our communities, and this industry.

Haul-in facilities are critical to efficient, workable veterinary care for large animals, and need to be able to operate without increased regulatory requirements that will place greater cost on the providers and clients. There are simply not enough hours in the day for the current workforce of veterinarians in our area to reach every need already, and the ability to haul in to a facility increases the chances that our animals can be seen and cared for in a timely manner while saving resources and time. It is better for the people and better for the animals. 

Addressing the shortage of large animal veterinarians is noble, but introducing and increasing regulations regarding haul-in facilities is not the answer. Please reconsider this unnecessary regulatory burden.