I am against assistants being able to place IV catheters. That is an invasive procedure that needs to be done by licensed professionals. We should give our pets the same quality care that we would want. Many pet owners want what is best for their animals-and having someone who has learned and worked towards a degree/license is what they would want. If assistants want to be able to place IVCs-then they can enroll in a vet tech program. We should not be devaluing the LVTs that have been taking care of our animals.