Which type of license is required for veterinarians to prescribe controlled substances?

To prescribe controlled substances, veterinarians must obtain a Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration. This registration ensures that practitioners comply with federal laws governing the distribution and prescription of controlled substances. The DEA regulates the legal handling of various pharmaceuticals categorized as controlled substances due to their potential for abuse or dependency.

While a state veterinary license is essential for a veterinarian to practice in their respective state, it does not grant the authority to prescribe controlled substances. Similarly, a local business license pertains to the operation of a business and does not address the specific requirements for prescribing medications. A prescription verification certificate may also exist but is not applicable in this context for the authority to prescribe controlled substances. Thus, the DEA registration is the correct requirement that ensures veterinarians are authorized to manage and prescribe these particular medications legally and responsibly.