THE CANINE SHIATSU ASSOCIATION

The treatment of animals is currently regulated under the Veterinary Act 1966, making it illegal for any person to treat an animal unless they are either a Veterinary Surgeon or a recognised paraprofessional with veterinary consent to treat the animal. Canine Shiatsu Practitioners are recognised as paraprofessionals under the Veterinary Surgeons (Exemptions) Order 1962. Therefore, it is a legal requirement for veterinary permission to be granted before a Shiatsu session may take place.

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Please download the PDF from below which includes our 'Consent to Treat' form plus a covering letter to your Vet. Please read, fill in the appropriate fields, gain your Vet's consent, bring this form along to your first session.