veterinarians of record

What Sets Us Apart

Shelter-First Approach

We start by listening. Our recommendations are grounded in your shelter’s unique needs, resources, and goals. Combining context-centered communication with best practices in shelter medicine to help your team succeed.

Long-Term Relationships

We’re not just here for today. We build lasting relationships with our shelter clients and support them as their needs evolve over time. Our goal is to help shelters reach the day when outside VOR support is no longer needed because every shelter has access to its own veterinarian.

Proven Process, tailored approach

We bring structure where it counts and adaptability where it matters. Our protocols are designed to be practical, efficient, and aligned with the ASV Guidelines and expert recommendations for shelter medical care.

What is a VORR

A veterinary of record relationship (VORR) can provide overall medical oversight for animals under your care or within your facility, helping increase live release rates, reduce reliance on outside veterinary referrals, and improve the overall health and wellbeing of the animals you serve.

    • Assisting with telemedicine for diagnosing illnesses or injuries (based on state regulations)

    • Creating treatment plans

    • Prescribing medications

    • Approving vaccination and preventive care protocols

    • Monitoring chronic conditions.

    • Intake

    • Parasite control

    • Quarantine and isolation

    • Euthanasia

    • Pain management

    • Surgery and anesthesia

    • Disease outbreak response

    • Behavior management

    • Foster process

    • Safe animal handling

    • And more….

    • Train staff on animal handling and basic medical care

    • Authorize trained non-veterinarians to perform certain tasks

    • Provide consultation during emergencies or outbreaks

  • Item description
    • State veterinary laws

    • USDA or animal welfare regulations

    • Shelter standards

    • Controlled substance rules

    • Public health requirements

    • Maintaining or supervising medical records

    • Ensuring documentation meets legal and regulatory standards

    • Signing health certificates or official veterinary documents