The mission of the American College of Animal Welfare, Inc. "ACAW," is to advance animal welfare through education, certification, and scientific investigation. Once recognized by AVMA, Diplomates of the American College of Animal Welfare will include veterinarians with specialized training and experience to carry out the ACAW mission. This mission is fulfilled through the application of specific knowledge listed in the Role Delineation Document.
Animal welfare refers to the state of the animal. Assessment of welfare includes consideration of the animal's health, behavior, and biological function.
Why establish a veterinary speciality in animal welfare? Why specialize in animal welfare after the DVM?