COLUMBUS, OH — Ohio pet owners could soon have greater access to veterinary care without ever leaving home, thanks to legislation passed by the Ohio Senate this week. Senate Bill 60, sponsored by State Senators Shane Wilkin (R-Hillsboro) and Steve Huffman (R-Tipp City), aims to expand telehealth services to the field of veterinary medicine.

The bill establishes guidelines and procedures for veterinarians to provide care virtually, allowing licensed vets to diagnose and treat animal patients through telehealth visits. Lawmakers say the measure is designed to improve access for Ohioans in rural or underserved areas and modernize care as the state faces a nationwide shortage of veterinarians.

“Expanding telehealth to veterinary medicine allows Ohioans to have greater access to care, partic

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