| British Columbia Veterinary Medical Association (BCVMA) [25] |
All veterinarians as members of a learned medical profession, owe a duty of service to the public and in fulfilling this duty must maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct. Members should make efforts to contribute to the education of the public in matter relating to and promoting the health and safety of animals and thereby the public; but members must do so in accordance with generally recognized standards of integrity and professionalism. |
| Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) [26] |
A veterinarian should continue to study, apply, and advance scientific knowledge, make relevant information available to clients, colleagues, the public and maintain a commitment to veterinary medical education.
The responsibilities of the veterinary profession extend beyond individual patients and clients to society in general. Veterinarians are encouraged to make their knowledge available to their communities and to provide their services for activities that protect public health and environmental health. |
| American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) [27] |
A veterinarian shall continue to study, apply, and advance scientific knowledge, maintain a commitment to veterinary medical education, make relevant information available to clients, colleagues, the public, and obtain consultation or referral when indicated. A veterinarian shall recognize a responsibility to participate in activities contributing to the improvement of the community and the betterment of public health. The responsibilities of the veterinary profession extend beyond individual patients and clients to society in general. Veterinarians are encouraged to make their knowledge available to their communities and to provide their services for activities that protect public health. |
| Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) [28] |
Veterinarians should make animal owners aware of their responsibilities to the public. Veterinarians should, whenever appropriate, advise their customers about measures to minimize the risk of zoonotic agents, food borne pathogens, residues, contaminants (biological and chemical agents) and antimicrobial resistance. Veterinarians may inform the public about their services in an accurate and not misleading manner. Such communication must be truthful, transparent and correct. |
