INFORMATION FOR VETERINARY PROFESSIONALS

The COAPETM Association of Applied Pet Behaviourists and Trainers is one of the largest network of specifically qualified pet behaviour therapists internationally.

 

COAPETM Association Behaviourists and Trainers always liaise with the client's veterinary surgeon during the assessment and treatment of emotional and behavioural problems in cats, dogs, birds, rabbits and horses. Typical problems for referral include aggression, separation related problems, house training, indoor marking problems, anxiety and phobias.

 

Treatment programmes vary according to the nature and severity of the problem but many, especially those concerning intra-canine aggression, require a course of treatment rather than a single consultation, and a well-organised rehabilitation programme. A written report is sent to the client and referring veterinary surgeon after the initial consultation, with on-going advice for the client that is available between sessions via telephone and e-mail. Further reports outlining progress are sent to you and the Practitioner will liaise with you as appropriate in every case.

 

 

Who are the COAPETM Association of Applied Pet Behaviourists and Trainers?

 

All members of the association are holders of the COAPETM Diploma (DipCABT) in Practical Aspects of Companion Animal Behaviour and Training. Many members of the Association are veterinary surgeons, nurses, animal welfare professionals etc. who incorporate their behaviour work into their existing professional activities.

 

To become registered as a COAPETM Pet Behaviourist and Trainer, all members must sign up to our Code of Practice, which includes the demand of maintaining appropriate professional insurance indemnity.

 

COAPETM Behaviourists and Trainers maintain their state-of-the-art competence and knowledge through attending various Continuing Professional Development courses offered by COAPETM International and other institutes, and through the back up and support of their tutors and colleagues via the extensive and very busy Members Section of the CAPBT Association.

 

Some COAPETM Behaviourists and Trainers choose to specialise in particular areas of behaviour work, such as in the treatment of canine aggression or feline problems, and also offer other useful related services, such as dog training classes, puppy classes, boarding kennels and hydrotherapy. We have members who also work in a variety of other fields, such as captive animal enrichment.