GOOD VIBES MOBILE VETERINARY SERVICES, INC.

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7. Act as the ultimate decision maker regarding which tests are performed in house, which are outsourced, and which facility will perform the testing. The city shall pay for all lab testing. City acknowledges veterinary care is heavily dependent on diagnostics and will consult with the attending veterinarian. S. Act as the ultimate decision maker on how to proceed with animal care and management based on recommendations by the attending veterinarian; hold responsibility for the cost of care. 9. Pay for all other expenses necessary for the care of the animal population when reasonably recommended by Consultant and approved by the Zoo Director or their designated representative. 10. Track contraceptive needs of the animals and notify Consultant as necessary. 11. Prepare for and assist the veterinarian in performing clinical procedures. 12. Provide assistance for the capture and treatment of animals. 13. Conduct laboratory tests including, but not limited to, fecal analysis for parasites. 14. Arrange to forward samples for analysis to outside laboratories. 15. Accurately dispense and record medical prescriptions; properly administer medications and vaccinations as directed by the attending veterinarian; maintain current pharmacy inventory, treatment areas, laboratory, and equipment inventory; and, assist with ordering drugs, medical supplies, laboratory supplies, and inventory maintenance. 16. Create and maintain accurate medical record documentation of clinical procedures, prescriptions, and diagnostic laboratory work. 17. Perform cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of the treatment room, surgical instruments, and equipment. 18. Assist with medical procedures, with appropriately qualified staff and underthe supervision of a veterinarian, including administering/monitoring anesthesia, radiology, blood collection, and euthanasia. 19. Assist with necropsies, including recording observations and findings and collecting/preparing/tracking tissues for evaluation. 20. The Zoo Director, or their designee, retains the final authority for all operations and final decisions regarding the management of the facility, and assumes all business riskfor the operation of the facility including matters relating to animal health, and all matters relating to compliance with applicable law and regulations. Educational Programs The city will consider allowing access to animals and records for veterinary students with interest in zoo and exotic practice. All access will be supervised by the attending veterinarian and pre -approved by the Zoo Director or their designated representative. Access should be minimally disruptive for Santa Ana Zoo animals and staff. Information and images are expected to remain confidential and not for public distribution unless explicitly approved by the city.