Membership prerequisites

  • Membership to ANZAVPA requires all members to hold a minimum of a Post-Graduate Diploma in Animal / Veterinary Physiotherapy

  • All members of ANZVPA are required to hold registration with AHPRA (Australia) or NZPB (New Zealand) respectively

  • Members are required to have appropriate professional and public liability indemnity insurance in order to practise with animals

  • It is expected that members will actively participate in events such as journal clubs along with contributing towards the promotion of the association and our profession


Membership Benefits

  • Complimentary ticket for ANZAVPA Symposiums

  • Discount for ANZAVPA seminars

  • Access to ANZAVPA journal clubs, case conferences and webinars

  • Representation at veterinary events by ANZAVPA volunteers

  • CPD and peer support

  • Promotion of your business via our ‘Find a Physio’ database

  • Access to promotional materials and merchandise

  • Use of ANZAVPA branding


Membership Fees

Sign up now for $150 / year


Professional Conduct

Members are expected to abide by the AHPRA or NZPB code of professional conduct.

As part of a growing population of physiotherapists in animal therapy, all members of ANZAVPA are requested to behave with respect, integrity and honesty.

Open discussions on social media sites are fabulous spaces to engage in shared learning and provide opportunities for growth and development. Members are reminded that these are safe places to ask questions and discuss topics relevant to our profession. It is expected that all members will be courteous, respectful and open to differing opinions. Respect and kindness are required at all times.