Promoting excellence in animal therapy
Who are IAAT?
The International Association of Animal Therapists (IAAT) is the membership organisation for animal therapists in practice.

The association is run by its members for its members, with a steering committee comprised of esteemed industry leaders, dedicated to delivering the best possible services for all of its members.
- Our primary objective is to promote excellence in animal therapy
- We are an inclusive organisation that values cooperation and collaboration.
Registered therapist services
Connecting your animals and pets with the most appropriate therapy.
Physiotherapy
Animal Physiotherapy is used to rehabilitate and maintain health, mobility, function and performance in all animals whether they are your top competitor or your best friend | MORE
Osteopathy
Osteopathy looks at assisting the body to maintain or return to a normal functioning unit. Where an injury may be thought to affect just one part of the body, it is surprising how
an animal will alter movement and behaviour to cope | MORE
Manipulation
Animal Manipulation techniques seek to restore balance in the body where disturbance or interference has occurred. It is a relatively gentle technique working with the body promoting natural healing. | MORE
Massage Therapy
Animal massage and stretching techniques can be applied, enabling the animal to perform to their full potential, and keep them supple, comfortable and using themselves correctly | MORE
Hydrotherapy
Equine and canine hydrotherapy uses water as a method of providing rehabilitation following an injury, as well as being used to help build
and maintain fitness | MORE
Maintenance
These therapies work within the RCVS guidelines and with veterinary guidance if required. All complementary animal therapists, of any discipline, must adhere to the Veterinary Act 1966 and gain veterinary permission before treating an animal | MORE
Latest news from IAAT
If you refer a friend on our website we will offer you a prerecorded CPD up to the value of £10
24/05/2023
REFER A FRIEND IS NOW LIVE ON OUR MEMBERSHIP FORMS When you refer your friend remind them to add your name into the box when ...
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Update on the Musculoskeletal Group Talks
22/02/2023
IAAT are involved in the current stakeholders talks regarding this group and we just wanted to assure you that our Members needs and requests have ...
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I have been a member of IAAT since I qualified. I have found it a very useful resource. Mostly due to the support it offers. When there are problems, you can ring up and speak to any of the team and they do their best to help. They also offer a variety of CPD of varying costs so they can fit any budget. It is clear they are working hard to be bigger and better year on year! Well done IAAT!
Donna Wills, RVN, PgCert A Phys
I’m so thrilled to be a member of IAAT. Highlighting the interrelationship of all therapies and modalities, IAAT encapsulates the complementary approach to wellness. It’s so inspiring to learn from other members who share the common goal of helping animals- physically, behaviourally, and emotionally. Apart from its commitment to raise and maintain the highest standards, IAAT offers the best CPD courses, providing a rich knowledge base to embrace new techniques, theories, science, and technology. Never forgetting to credit every individual patient as being our teacher.
Anna Webb, Naturopath, Nutrition & Behaviour Therapist
I have been a member of IAAT for 7 years. Why? Because they have always been there for me…from asking about what to do about insurance, their opinion on different equipment, putting me in touch with people who can mentor me, connecting me with people who have similar problems. Recently they are now offering all kinds of talks and CPD opportunities. I have always found them helpful, resourceful, fun and supportive. They are not an exclusive group. They are very inclusive! Thoroughly recommend.
Alix Tidmarsh, Equine & Canine Sports Massage Therapist & Myofascial Release Therapist
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