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Reporting Suspected Cases of Animal Abuse

Reporting Suspected Cases of Animal Abuse

Good faith reporting of animal abuse does not require that the veterinarian know for a fact that the animal has been abused, but only that a reasonable suspicion exists based on the historical findings and physical examination of the patient. In Oregon, veterinarians are required by law to report suspected cases of aggravated animal abuse.


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