LANSING, Mich. – On Monday, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-32, which places a temporary restriction on non-essential veterinary procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic. UPDATE April 2: Michigan governor now ordering veterinarians to minimize use of PPEsThe order prohibits all non-essential veterinary procedures starting on March 31, 2020, and encourages veterinarians and veterinary technicians to practice telemedicine as much as possible to help stop the spread of COVID-19. "While there is no evidence that pets can transmit COVID-19, we must take additional steps to promote social distancing,” said Whitmer. To view Executive Order 2020-32, click the link below: