The bill amends Chapter 5-25 of the General Laws regarding "Veterinary Practice" by introducing a new section, 5-25-7.2, which mandates that veterinarians provide consultations to clients whenever they initially prescribe, dispense, or furnish a drug to an animal patient in an outpatient setting. The consultation must include essential information such as the drug's name and description, route of administration, dosage form, dosage, duration of drug therapy, duration of the effects of the drug, common severe adverse effects associated with the use of the drug, special directions for proper use and storage, actions to be taken in the event of a missed dose, and, if available, precautions and relevant warnings provided by the drug's manufacturer. Additionally, if available, veterinarians are required to provide a client information sheet to pet owners when prescribing medications.

The bill also allows veterinarians to delegate the task of providing the consultation and drug documentation to registered veterinary technicians or veterinary assistants. Furthermore, it stipulates that the medical record of the animal patient must indicate whether the consultation was provided or declined by the client. This new requirement is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.