What vets should consider in noncompete agreements

Lainie Kringen-Scholtz
Oct 8, 2026
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Lainie Kringen-Scholtz

The vast majority of veterinarians are paid on salary or a production salary. With this comes contracts and negotiations. One of the many things that a veterinarian has to consider when looking at any employment contract is if there is a noncompete clause. But what is it and is it even legal? Let’s dive in.

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Lainie Kringen-Scholtz, DVM, is veterinarian and owner of True North Veterinary Health in Wentworth, S.D. Reach her at truenorthveterinaryhealth@gmail.com or PO Box 117, Wentworth, SD 57075.