In the United States, the regulation of the wholesale and pharmacy distribution of veterinary drugs primarily falls under the Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM), which is a part of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The CVM is responsible for ensuring the safety and efficacy of veterinary drugs, as well as overseeing their distribution and use.
While veterinarians play a crucial role in prescribing medications, and state Boards of Pharmacy regulate the practice of pharmacy, the CVM specifically handles the regulatory framework for veterinary pharmaceuticals at the federal level. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) primarily deals with animal health and agriculture but does not regulate drug distribution directly.
Thus, the correct answer is the Center of Veterinary Medicine.
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