Thank you for your interest in VetPartners! We look forward to welcoming you as a new member! Please read on to learn more about the application process, how to determine your membership category, and more. If you have any questions or need assistance, please email admin@vetpartners.org, or call (919) 232-0149.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I determine the correct membership classification?
Please review the Membership Classification Guidelines and Examples for help in determining your membership level.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP?
Being a member of VetPartners affords many opportunities for networking, education and exposure. Please review the complete listing of membership benefits.
WHAT IS THE MEMBERSHIP CYCLE?
The membership cycle is annual based on the date you joined VetPartners. An invoice will be sent as your renewal date approaches.
HOW ARE MEMBERS VETTED?
Your application must include recommendation letters from two colleagues in the veterinary profession. We prefer that one of the recommendations is from a current VetPartners member. If you would like assistance connecting with a VetPartners member in your area for this purpose, please contact Elizabeth McArthur, Association Administrator.
The Membership Committee reviews all applications for completeness, qualifications and possible ethical code issues. The Membership Committee Chair verifies recommendations and approves membership. Once your application is approved, membership dues are to be paid.
How to Apply for Membership
- Complete the Online Membership Application below. As part of this process, you will be reviewing and selecting your appropriate membership category. It is important that the category you select reflects your current employment status. Please review our Membership Classification Guidelines and Examples for help in determining you appropriate membership level. (Please note that payment is not required until the application has been approved by the Membership Committee.)
- Review the VetPartners Code of Ethics (PDF format) form and agree to abide by this code by checking the appropriate box on your online application form.
- Submit Two Letters of Recommendation (download form.) One letter should be from a current VetPartners member.
- Review the VetPartners Mailing List Policy.
Further Information on Selecting the appropriate Membership category
Please carefully read each membership level description before selecting your appropriate category. Note that the categories are designed so that you should only be able to select one level.
For purposes of 1. Industry Representative, please consider from the perspective of:
- You individually, if you have multiple sources of income;
- The company that you work for as an employee, if you derive the majority of your income from that company, or the company that you work for as an independent contractor, if you do not derive income from any other source; and
- The subsidiary that you work for, as opposed to the entire corporate group, if you derive the majority of your income from employment with a subsidiary that is part of a corporate group. (Note: this does not apply to unincorporated divisions.)