2004 S Animal Services - Veterinarians to Provide Spay/Neuter Surgery Services to the Orange Co Animal Shelter

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reported to Shelter personnel. If the problem disqualifies the animal for surgery, the Veterinarian will hold the animal until its regular time for return, and it will then be returned to the Shelter. The Veterinarian shall consult with the Shelter Director or appropriate designee prior to and concerning decisions to disqualify an animal for surgery. Minor problems can be resolved by the Veterinarian and all problems will be noted accordingly. The Shelter Director and the Veterinarian shall develop all necessary protocols for determining whether problems are major or Honor. Appendix B prescribes the physical examination and physical examination reporting responsibilities of the Veterinarian. Each physical examination report shall be provided to Shelter personnel for record keeping purposes. 4-Remove the rear dewclaws if deemed appropriate to avoid future problems. Restraining devices, such as an Elizabethan Collar, will be provided if deemed necessary. 5-Administer a rabies vaccination if requested by Shelter personnel and provide the necessary records. 6- Implant microchips at the request of Shelter personnel and provide the necessary paperwork to Shelter personnel. 7-Prescribe pain medication when deemed appropriate or requested by Shelter personnel. 8- Prepare and return to Shelter personnel when the animal is returned to the Shelter all paperwork related to the services provided, including detailed records of the services provided and any other information relevant to the humane treatment, health, comfort, and safety of the animal. 9-Maintain all required licenses and certifications as well as the level of expertise and education to keep abreast of current industry standards and practices. 10-Maintain all necessary insurance policies as maybe prescribed by the County's Risk Manager. Veterinarian agrees to obtain personal liability 2