Veterinarian Complaints

I’d like to make a complaint about a veterinarian. Who should I contact?

The ASPCA suggests the following options when you suspect your veterinarian of improper conduct, negligence or malpractice:

• If the matter is a financial issue, contact your state Better Business Bureau or Department of Consumer Affairs.
• If the matter is an operational or medical issue, contact your local veterinary medical association’s Ethics and Grievance Committee.
• If the matter is a malpractice issue, contact your state’s veterinary licensing board. This is the agency that investigates allegations of misconduct. Another option is to file a lawsuit against the veterinarian in question.

You can call or write any vet clinic in your state to find contact information for the medical association and/or licensing board in your area. In addition, you can contact:

The American Association of Veterinary State Boards
(816) 931-1504

American Veterinary Medical Association
(800) 248-AVMA

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