Contact
Directions
The California Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) has included a link directly to Apple Maps, Google Maps, and MapQuest for convenience. Each can assist with driving directions to the VMB’s office. Please note that this is provided as an aid. Changes in traffic, streets, or freeways should be taken into account.
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Sacramento, CA 95834-2978
Phone: (916) 515-5220 or Toll Free: (866) 229-0170
Applicants/Licensing Fax: (916) 928-6849
Enforcement Fax: (916) 928-6852
Hours: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Days: Monday–Friday (except state holidays)
Small Business / DVBE Advocate
BreEZe technical support can help with the following issues:
- Registration
- Password Resets
- Account Unlocks
- Linking licenses to your account
- BreEZe Error Messages
BreEZe Phone: (916) 557-1208
BreEZe Email: breeze@dca.ca.gov
Please read the information in each section below or the BreEZe technical support above before sending an email. Individuals seeking a quicker response should follow the instructions below, otherwise there will be a delay in the Board's response. The VMB strives to respond to all emails received within 2–3 business days.
Applicants/Licensing
The Applicants/Licensing Unit can help with the following issues:
- Completing/submitting an application
- Submitting supplemental documentation
- Submitting enforcement documentation
- Changing your license status from "inactive" to "active"
- Reactivating an expired license
- General application, eligibility, and licensing questions
In addition to your question, please provide the following information when contacting the VMB (vmb@dca.ca.gov) regarding licensing issues:
- First and Last Name
- Application or License Type
- Application Date or License Number
- Application File Number
Enforcement Services (Complaints Against a Licensee)
The Enforcement Unit can help with the following inquiries:
- Enforcement history of a Board licensee
- Completing/submitting a complaint
- Requesting status regarding a complaint filed
In addition to your question, please provide the following information when contacting the VMB (enforcement.vmb@dca.ca.gov) regarding complaints:
- First and Last Name
- Application or License Type
- Application Date or License Number
- Application File Number
Probation Services
The Enforcement Unit can help with the following probation inquiries:
- How do I know if a licensee or registrant is on probation
- My license or registration is on probation and I need assistance
- How can a probationer apply for early termination or modification of probation
In addition to your question, please provide the following information when contacting the VMB (enforcement.vmb@dca.ca.gov) regarding probation inquiries:
- First and last name of the veterinarian or registered veterinary technician on probation
- Case number
- Your name and contact information
Premises/Inspections
The Enforcement Unit can help with the following premises/inspections inquiries:
- Completing/submitting an application for a premises permit
- Submitting a change of Managing Licensee or Change of Ownership application
- Renewing or reactivating an expired premises permit
- What are the minimum standards of veterinary premises
- What areas are looked at during a premises inspection
- Submitting inspection compliance documentation
In addition to your question, please provide the following information when contacting the VMB (enforcement.vmb@dca.ca.gov) regarding premises/inspections inquiries:
- First and Last Name of the Managing Licensee
- Premises Permit Number
- Inspection Number (if applicable)
General Inquiries
Email: vmb@dca.ca.gov