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Jurisprudence is defined as "the study, knowledge, or science of law" CORNELL and it refers to all legislation, rules, regulations and guidelines that are relevant to veterinary practice. WEB | Jurisprudence is defined as "the study, knowledge, or science of law" CORNELL and it refers to all legislation, rules, regulations and guidelines that are relevant to veterinary practice. WEB | ||
Veterinary professions are required to provide good care for the animals that they assess and treat. Animal physiotherapists have legal, moral and ethical obligations to their clients, patients and veterinary colleagues. A knowledge of the legal frameworks within which they work is, therefore, essential to ensure they are able to practise in a safe, effective manner. | Veterinary professions are required to provide good care for the animals that they assess and treat. Animal physiotherapists have legal, moral and ethical obligations to their clients, patients and veterinary colleagues. A knowledge of the legal frameworks within which they work is, therefore, essential to ensure they are able to practise in a safe, effective manner. | ||
However, in some instances, there may be conflict between the interests of the veterinary professional, client (or owner) and the animal. HERNADEZ The veterinary professional must, therefore, also be equipped with knowledge of the ethical challenges that surround animal practice. | However, in some instances, there may be conflict between the interests of the veterinary professional, client (or owner) and the animal. HERNADEZ The veterinary professional must, therefore, also be equipped with knowledge of the ethical challenges that surround animal practice. | ||
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Introduction Jurisprudence is defined as "the study, knowledge, or science of law" CORNELL and it refers to all legislation, rules, regulations and guidelines that are relevant to veterinary practice. WEB Veterinary professions are required to provide good care for the animals that they assess and treat. Animal physiotherapists have legal, moral and ethical obligations to their clients, patients and veterinary colleagues. A knowledge of the legal frameworks within which they work is, therefore, essential to ensure they are able to practise in a safe, effective manner. However, in some instances, there may be conflict between the interests of the veterinary professional, client (or owner) and the animal. HERNADEZ The veterinary professional must, therefore, also be equipped with knowledge of the ethical challenges that surround animal practice.
