Society of Veterinary Behavior Technicians

Congratulations AVBT!

At the SVBT Reception NAVTA announced that the petition for the Academy of Veterinary Behavior Technicians had been accepted. Behavior is now the newest technician specialty!
Check back for more information as it is released.

SVBT is proud to offer our members an opportunity to apply for a scholarship to attend the DOGS! course at Purdue university.

Click here to download the details and instructions to apply for this wonderful opportunity!

The SVBT Website is under construction.
Watch here for a brand new website in January, 2009!

The membership year will change to January-December in 2009. Renew now!

Need to update your address or email in our database?
Submit a request here!

Check out R.K. Anderson's - Animal Behavior Resources Institute

ABRIonline.org is a non-profit site created as a free resource for companion animal professionals. It is supported by volunteer experts. Please visit http://abrionline.org/index.php and register!

Building the Veterinary Behavior Team:
The Basics (...more info)

Professionals Speak Out

Links to AVSAB Position Papers (PDF's)

Basic Position Statement

Guidelines for Punishment/Aversive Effects of Punishment/Definitions

Combined Version of Punishment Statements

Puppy Socialization Statement

Finding Help for a Pet with a Behavior Problem

Types of Behavior Professionals