The business to recruit employees

You are the co-founder of a new startup Dr. Cinnamon Chimp Chimp, the business model will be to provide on-demand veterinarian services to canines and other animals in Hong Kong via an app of the same name.
During a discussion with investors and board members, there are issues relating to whether the business should recruit veterinarian professionals and veterinarian assistants as employees or independent contractors, please draft an email
providing your advice as to the pros and cons for the business to recruit employees or independent contractors. You should highlight:

1) The differences between the two and the implications of that distinction for the business.
2) Your decision as to whether one would be better suited for the business (taking into account business and legal considerations).