Commission approves standardized veterinary contracts for animal custody cases
The board approved independent contractor agreements to standardize veterinary service costs for animals taken into custody; commissioners discussed scope for large animals, rabies testing, and shelter capacity before a unanimous vote.
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County staff presented a set of independent contractor agreements intended to standardize veterinary fees for animals taken into custody by sheriff’s deputies; the agreements cover small-animal and large-animal services but may not suit very large animals such as horses. A staff member noted some cases—particularly cruelty investigations—can require longer custody and courtroom involvement.
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