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Can You Write Off Farm Vet Bills?

Short answer: Yes: veterinary care for livestock is a deductible farm expense.

Farmers report on Schedule F; ordinary farm costs are deductible, and equipment can be expensed with Section 179 or bonus depreciation.

Records to keep: Keep receipts, 1099s or W-2s, a mileage log, and a note of the business purpose. W-2 employees should ask about employer reimbursement.