Implementing Regulations of The Agriculture Law
Art. 119Status unknownSaudi ArabiaRegulation
Issued by Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture (mewa.gov.sa) — Rules Library
A veterinarian shall observe the ethics of his profession, including:
1. Developing his knowledge, and keeping updated with the latest scientific
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developments and discoveries in his field of specialization; the management of
veterinary facilities shall enable veterinarians to attend seminars and courses, in
accordance with the controls set by the Ministry;
2. Avoiding any form of propaganda and advertisement;
3. Informing the Ministry or its designee of any diagnosis or detection of a disease that
endangers animal resources or public health;
4. Indicate to the owner of an animal the following information:
a) Expected medical results of any veterinary practices to be carried out; said owner
shall be entitled to accept or reject the same unless the animal is infected with a
communicable or epidemic disease;
b) Expected costs of treatment in writing;
c) In the event of surgery, the veterinarian shall obtain the animal owner's written
consent.
The Arabic text is the legally binding version. The English translation is provided for guidance only.
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