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Originally Posted by ladyjane  There are no laws protecting vet records. It is up to the office whether they will release or not. Most do! I call vets all of the time for records and it is a rare office that turns me down. |
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Originally Posted by Ellie May State Legislative Resources - Issues
It would be illegal in some states without client authorization.
I have no idea about Canada.
Rescues should be able to (with the right permission, etc.), but just think about what would happen if anybody could call on any pup's records. If somebody could just call and ask for a summary of Ellie's care, I'd be extremely upset! |
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Originally Posted by Roxiesmama I called Roxie's previous vet for information last year when I got her. I did not need any permission from the previous owner and they sent me the information I requested without a problem. |
I'm pretty blown away. I mean, yeah, I know animals don't have a HIPAA Law, but I just can't believe MEDICAL records are shared this easily. In the human world, this is such a major issue.
I can see the rescue side of this, without a doubt - I see a real need for records, for a legitimate rescue. And I see how valuable it can be in a rehomed pet, but still, wowsa.
But otherwise, I'd like to see some better protection in place.
