2999. DEFINITIONS

2999 DEFINITIONS 2999.1 As used in this chapter, the following terms have the meanings ascribed: Act - the District of Columbia Board of Veterinary Practice Act of 1982, D.C. Law 4-171, D.C. Code §§2-2701 to 2-2737 (1988 Repl. Vol.). Animal facility - fixed or mobile establishment, veterinary hospital, animal hospital, or premises wherein the practice of veterinary medicine or any part thereof is performed, including a mobile clinic. Board - the District of Columbia Board of Veterinary Examiners for the District of Columbia, established by the Act. Director - the Director of the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs, or the Director's designee. License - a license to operate an animal facility under this chapter. Licensee - a person holding a license. Mobile clinic - an ambulatory facility used in the practice of veterinary medicine. Veterinarian - a person licensed to practice veterinary medicine under the Act and accordance with chapter 28 of Title 17 DCMR SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 35 DCR 6630, 6656 (September 2, 1988).