Yes. Online veterinarians can prescribe medication when permitted by state law and when a valid veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) exists. TelaVets connects pet parents with licensed U.S. veterinarians who can prescribe medications during virtual visits when legally allowed.
Online veterinary care, also called veterinary telemedicine, allows licensed veterinarians to evaluate pets remotely through video or chat. In many states, veterinarians are allowed to prescribe medications through telemedicine if they determine a VCPR can be established virtually or if the pet already has an existing relationship with that veterinarian.
TelaVets offers virtual vet appointments for dogs, cats, and other pets, with same-day or next-day prescription fulfillment when appropriate.
What Medications Can Be Prescribed Online?
Veterinarians using telemedicine may prescribe medications for:
- Skin infections and allergies
- Ear infections and ear mites
- Urinary tract infections
- Eye infections
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Parasite prevention (flea, tick, heartworm)
All prescriptions are issued by licensed veterinarians following state regulations.
How TelaVets Prescriptions Work
- Flat $65 virtual visit
- No membership required
- Licensed veterinarians across the U.S.
- Prescriptions sent quickly to partner pharmacies
- Same-day or next-day medication delivery when available
Bottom Line
TelaVets makes it possible to talk to a real veterinarian online and receive prescriptions when medically appropriate and legally allowed.
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