Cleveland, OH asked in Animal / Dog Law for Ohio

Q: Can someone else call my pet's clinic to confirm their vaccinations are up to date after sending them an updated copy?

I would just like to know since I'd like to protect my pet's medical history and not give out so much information.

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Taylor P Waters
Taylor P Waters
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  • Animal & Dog Law Lawyer
  • Worthington, OH
  • Licensed in Ohio

A: Veterinary records are not protected like human medical records. That being said, your veterinarian likely has a policy and guidelines they use for patient information. You should contact your veterinarian and ask what their policy is.

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