A prescription is more than a piece of paper — it's a treatment plan your veterinarian built for one specific animal. This section walks through how veterinary prescriptions actually work: how they're written and verified, how to transfer one to a licensed pharmacy, what to expect on refills and renewals, and how to keep a chronic-condition medication from lapsing. It's written for pet owners, horse owners, and livestock producers who want their animal's medication handled accurately and on schedule. Our pharmacists review every prescription that comes through, and the guidance here reflects how we think about that responsibility.