The aims of ACAT are to lead and support the provision of a professional and caring service in the complementary animal health sector.In order to foster best practice and high quality care to all animals receiving treatment:
- Animals must not be treated without prior veterinary approval/referral, and a diagnosis must not be offered unless the member is qualified to do so.
- A current Public Liability and Malpractice Insurance must be held.
- In order to update best practice, annual Continuous Professional Development must be completed and recorded.
- Members will have completed a qualification that has been approved by ACAT.
- Every patient must be treated professionally and with care and consideration.
- Members are required to work with other professionals in ways that are best suited for the benefit of the patient.
- A full consultation must be carried out and accurate records maintained.
- The chosen course of treatment and expected outcomes must be explained in a clear and precise manner.
- Client confidentiality must be respected and members must abide by the Data Protection Act.
- All of our members are bound by our strict Code of Conduct.
