Colorado Votes to Expand Veterinary Care Access!

This evolution of how pets are able to obtain veterinary care will heal millions of animals who would have otherwise suffered. 

Thank you for joining us in passing this critical policy. 

Colorado leads the way in animal welfare.

Making High-Quality Veterinary Care More Accessible​

The Problem:

Colorado is facing a severe shortage of veterinarians and animals are suffering.

The Solution:

Colorado voters can help increase access to veterinary care! By voting YES on Proposition 129 in November, you can support the creation of a new career—a Veterinary Professional Associate or “Veterinary PA.” These professionals will have a Master’s degree from an accredited veterinary school and will work under the supervision of a Colorado licensed veterinarian. Adding Veterinary PAs to the workforce will allow clinics to provide more affordable and accessible care.

  • Qualified – All licensed Vet PAs will receive comprehensive and robust training while earning a master’s degree.

  • Supervised – All licensed Vet PAs will work under the supervision of a licensed Colorado veterinarian.

  • Close to Home – More than 20% of Colorado counties have little to no access to veterinary care. By expanding the workforce, we can improve veterinary access in counties facing the biggest need.

  • Cost-Saving – Research shows that PAs in human medicine drive down costs while increasing capacity.  Similarly, the cost to visit a Vet PA will be lower than the cost to see a veterinarian. Savings veterinarians can pass on to a pet owner.

  • Job Creating – This opens the veterinary field to more people who want to help Coloradans care for their pets.

An orange tabby cat being examined by a Veterinary Professional Associate
A small, brown dog getting his eyes examined by a Veterinary Professional Associate.

Get Involved!

Colorado families love their pets, but many are having a hard time getting the care their pets need. This is because Colorado doesn’t have enough veterinarians, making it tough to find and afford care. Proposition 129 offers a solution by creating a career pathway for Veterinary PAs.  Veterinary PAs will help expand the veterinary workforce, giving more pets the chance to see a highly-trained veterinary professional close to home. 

You can make a difference for Colorado pets.  

Join us and help increase access to veterinary care today!