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The College shall be incorporated under the laws of a nominated country in
Europe as a non-profit organisation, which does not pursue commercial
interests.
The primary objectives of the College shall be the advancement of the art
and science of veterinary behavioural medicine and the increase of the
competency of those who practice in this field. These objectives will be
achieved by (but will not be limited to):
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Establishing guidelines for postgraduate education and experience prerequisite to become a specialist in the speciality field of veterinary behavioural medicine
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Examining and certifying veterinarians as specialists in veterinary
behavioural medicine.
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Encouraging research and other contributions to the knowledge related to behavioural medicine, including the aetiology, pathogenesis, semiotics, diagnosis, therapy, prevention, and control of diseases directly or indirectly affecting the behaviour and welfare of animals and the relationship between owners and animals, promoting communication and dissemination of this knowledge, and contributing to the veterinary literature.
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Defining and describing behavioural medicine speciality discipline.
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Developing continuing education programmes for veterinarians interested in behavioural medicine.
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Supervising the professional activities of its members.
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Promoting co-operation with national and international veterinary behavioural sciences associations and applied ethology associations.
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Providing leadership and expertise to the veterinary profession in behavioural medicine and other appropriate areas of this field.
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