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Is 911 VETS just like 911 for people?

April 26, 2017people vets

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Is 911 VETS just like 911 for people?

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• Answer: Yes and no. 911 for human beings is a dedicated, national emergency system funded by your phone tax and other government sources. 911 VETS is a Network of veterinarians and veterinary technicians on call to respond to medical emergencies for animals. The similarities and differences are outlined below: Organization 911 for humans 911 VETS Personnel Law enforcement, fire dept., private ambulance Veterinarians Vet technicians Location Nationwide Greater Los Angeles 2007 Funding Taxes/Governmental Fee-based service Emergency Services Life threatening medical emergencies, or criminal activity, transport to hospital. Life-threatening medical emergencies for pets, emergency transport, emergency euthanasia. Response time 4 min 3 hours 2 min 40 min Limitations Overloaded with non-emergency calls. Dispatch training inefficiency Coverage in all areas 24 hours not yet attained. Traffic: no sirens allowed for animals. Not economically feasible for all.