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International Association of Animal Therapists

IAAT Registered Therapist

Est. 1990

What this means for your pet

IAAT membership indicates the therapist holds a recognised qualification, works under veterinary referral, maintains CPD, and adheres to a code of conduct. The IAAT covers a broad range of therapy types in one register.

About this accreditation

The IAAT is an international membership body for animal therapists covering multiple disciplines including massage, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, osteopathy, and complementary therapies. One of the largest and most broadly-scoped animal therapy membership bodies in the UK, with 650+ members.

Who can hold this accreditation

Full membership requires qualification in an animal therapy discipline to UK Level 3/4 or above. Applications require evidence of qualifications.

Referral requirement

Yes — all IAAT members work under veterinary referral. Legally mandated for manipulative therapies; required by IAAT membership rules for all therapy types.

Professional oversight

Continuing Professional Development

Approximately 30 hours per year

Complaints process

Formal disciplinary procedures

Insurance

Required for practising members

Legal basis

Veterinary Surgeons (Exemptions) Order 2015 for manipulative therapies

Accredited providers (557)

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Quick facts

Abbreviation

IAAT

Issuing body

International Association of Animal Therapists

Type

registration

Protected title

No

Practitioner is a vet

No

Providers listed

557

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