Mission Statement

ACPAT is a dynamic, progressive organisation, developed from within the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, which aims to:

• Lead the field in the development of high quality innovative physiotherapeutic intervention in the treatment of animals.
• Raise the standards of animal physiotherapy and promote excellence through ongoing education, evaluation, research and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Raise the profile of the profession and promote the benefits of animal physiotherapy to the physiotherapy profession, the veterinary profession, the general public and other animal professionals/organisations.
• Continue the development of expert knowledge and specialist skills to meet the needs of this client group and their owners.
• Protect and advance members interests through sound communication and clinical guidance.
• Reinforce strong collaboration with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists, Royal Veterinary College, The University of the West of England and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.