Vets and the law Flashcards
1
Q
What is the law?
A
Sets of rules which shape social, economic, political and administrative networks
2
Q
Give examples of where legislation comes from
A
World trade organisation
EU origin
Home origin
Local rules and by laws
3
Q
What are the basic principles for who needs protecting in veterinary legislation?
A
- protection of the public or consumer
- protection of animals
- protection of the UK
- Protection of the environment
4
Q
Where is a notifiable disease reported?
A
APHA office
Police
Defra
5
Q
What current issues surround puppies in the UK?
A
Mainly from eastern europe
Small breed common
Ages faked
Vaccinated before immunocompetent
