How do I Lodge Complaints Against Veterinarians?

You can lodge a complaint against a veterinarian through your state Veterinary Medical Board or through the Office Of Consumer Affairs. Don't make complaints except for continuous violations, serious violations or cruelty to animals. Do not file a complaint to the Veterinary Medical Board simply because you do not like a particular veterinarian or disagree with the amount of your bill. If you have a dispute about your bill, contact your local Better Business Bureau.

Things You'll Need

  • Complaint form
  • Ball point pen
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Instructions

  1. Instructions

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      Your pet deserves great a good vet.

      Make sure that you have a legitimate complaint and not just personal dissatisfaction.

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      Contact your state Veterinary Medical Board and request a complaint form.

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      While waiting for the form, write your complaint on a notepad. When you see it in writing, it may not seem worth filing.

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      Make copies of any paperwork that you plan on using to back up your complaint. Written statements from others with the same complaint will help your case.

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      Fill out the complaint form completely. Print so your information is legible, and make your explanation of the complaint as brief and precise as possible.

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      Place your completed complaint form and all related paperwork in a business envelope, making sure that the envelope is addessed correctly and has proper postage. Mail it.

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      Wait to hear back from the Veterinary Medical Board.