Medical Disclaimer

Educational Purpose Only

PetMed AI is designed exclusively as an educational reference tool for Veterinary Students and pet owners who wish to learn about veterinary medicine. All content provided by the App — including AI-powered image analysis, specialist chatbot responses, drug dosages, clinical calculations, and reference materials — is intended solely for educational and informational purposes.

The App is not intended to replace formal veterinary education, veterinary textbooks, clinical training programs, or continuing education requirements for licensed professionals.

Not a Diagnostic Tool

PetMed AI is not a medical diagnostic tool, treatment platform, or substitute for professional veterinary advice. The App:

• Does not diagnose diseases, conditions, or disorders in animals
• Does not prescribe medications, treatments, or therapeutic interventions
• Does not provide personalized medical advice for individual animals
• Does not replace a physical examination by a licensed veterinarian
• Does not replace laboratory testing, imaging, or other diagnostic procedures
• Is not FDA-approved or certified for clinical veterinary use

Always Consult a Veterinarian

No output from this application should serve as the direct basis for any clinical decisions. If you have concerns about your pet's health:

• Schedule an appointment with a licensed veterinarian
• Provide your veterinarian with a complete history of your pet's symptoms and behavior
• Follow your veterinarian's professional recommendations for diagnosis and treatment
• Do not delay seeking professional care based on information from this app

AI Limitations

PetMed AI utilizes Google Gemini AI models via Firebase AI. It is critical to understand the limitations of these AI systems:

• General-purpose AI: The underlying models are general-purpose large language models, not specialized veterinary AI systems
• Not certified: These AI models are not certified, validated, or approved for veterinary diagnostic use by any regulatory authority
• Potential for errors: AI responses may contain inaccuracies, omissions, hallucinations, or outdated information
• No clinical validation: AI-generated analyses have not undergone clinical trials or veterinary validation studies
• Image analysis limitations: AI image analysis cannot match the accuracy of professional veterinary imaging interpretation, which requires physical context, patient history, and clinical expertise
• Context limitations: AI cannot assess an animal's full medical history, current medications, breed-specific factors, or environmental conditions

Clinical Calculator Disclaimer

While our clinical calculators are based on published veterinary references (Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, RECOVER Initiative, AAHA Guidelines, Merck Veterinary Manual), they are provided for educational reference only. Users should:

• Always verify calculations with current, authoritative references before any clinical use
• Understand that drug dosages may vary based on individual patient factors
• Recognize that veterinary guidelines are periodically updated and the app may not reflect the most current version
• Consult with a licensed veterinarian or veterinary pharmacist for any drug dosing decisions

Emergency Situations

If your pet is experiencing a medical emergency:

Do NOT use this app as a substitute for emergency veterinary care. Time is critical in emergency situations, and your pet deserves immediate professional attention.

Acknowledgment

By using PetMed AI, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Medical Disclaimer. You accept full responsibility for how you use the information provided by the App and agree that it should be used for educational purposes only.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Medical Disclaimer, please contact us at:

Email: support@petmedapp.com