This Rule is promulgated pursuant to sections 12-20-204, 12-315-106(5)(g), and 12-315-104, C.R.S., and any defined terms therein are applicable here. In addition to the definitions found in section 12-315-104, C.R.S., the following apply:
A. "Dentistry" means the diagnosing, treating, correcting, changing, relieving, or preventing abnormalities of the oral cavity or associated structures, including surgical, non-surgical, or related procedures.B. A "veterinarian-client-patient relationship," as defined in section 12-315-104(19), C.R.S., means a relationship established when: 1. The veterinarian has assumed the responsibility for making medical judgments regarding the health of an animal and the need for medical treatment, and the owner or other caretaker has agreed to follow the instruction of the veterinarian;2. There is sufficient knowledge of an animal by the veterinarian to initiate at least a general or preliminary diagnosis of the medical condition of the animal, which means that the veterinarian has recently seen and is personally acquainted with the keeping and care of the animal by virtue of an examination of the animal or by medically appropriate and timely visits to the premises where the animal is kept; and3. The practicing veterinarian is readily available, or has arranged for emergency coverage, for follow-up evaluation in the event of adverse reactions or failure of the treatment regimen.C. "Practice of Veterinary Medicine" as defined in section 12-315-104(14), C.R.S.Colorado Register, Vol 37, No. 14. July 25, 2014, effective 8/14/201442 CR 21, November 10, 2019, effective 11/30/201943 CR 18, September 25, 2020, effective 10/15/202043 CR 22, November 25, 2020, effective 12/15/202044 CR 06, March 25, 2021, effective 4/14/202144 CR 21, November 10, 2021, effective 11/30/202145 CR 22, November 25, 2022, effective 12/15/202246 CR 06, March 25, 2023, effective 4/14/2023