Glossary

• AAVA - American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture
• CCRP - Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner
• CVA - Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
  Certifying body is the American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture (AAVA).
• CVC - Certified Veterinary Chiropractor
  Certifying body is the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA).
• ABVP - American Board of Veterinary Practitioners
• AVCA - American Veterinary Chiropractic Association
• AVMA - American Veterinary Medical Association
• Dip ABVP - Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners
  A diplomate is a veterinarian of high ethical character who has fulfilled the requirements set forth for certification by the ABVP. Diplomates are elected by the ABVP Council of Regents.
• DVM - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
• FAAVA - Fellow American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture
• PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant
• VMD - Veterinary Medical Doctor