

What does ‘take steps’ mean?ģ.3 Veterinary surgeons in practice are required to take steps to provide 24-hour emergency cover.ģ.4 This does not mean that veterinary surgeons must personally provide the service and they are not expected to remain constantly on duty. referral practices, including those in universities (see paragraphs 3.52 to 3.54 for more information). neutering and vaccination clinics and other limited service providers (see paragraphs 3.49 to 3.51 for more information)Ĭ. first-opinion practices (including charities providing veterinary services)ī. This includes (but is not limited to) veterinary surgeons working in:Ī. What does it mean to be ‘in practice’?ģ.2 ‘In practice’ means offering clinical services directly to the public or to other veterinary surgeons.

Just as your physician may refer you to a specialist for a specific injury or illness, your veterinarian may recommend that your pet be treated by one of our veterinary experts.3.1 The RCVS Code of Professional Conduct states that all veterinary surgeons in practice must take steps to provide 24-hour emergency first aid and pain relief to animals according to their skills and the specific situation. Specialty and advanced care by board-certified veterinary specialists is complemented by integrative medicine for the entire well-being of your animal companion. We’re always here when your pet needs us most. Our state-of-the-art emergency room is equipped to provide emergency, critical and intensive care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are conveniently located in Lebanon in Hunterdon County, NJ, and serve central and western NJ, eastern Pennsylvania and beyond.

We understand that pets are family members and work closely with your veterinarian to deliver the highest quality advanced care in a compassionate environment. Crown Veterinary Specialists is a 24-hour emergency and specialty care hospital dedicated to serving pets, their owners and primary care veterinarians.
