The Association of Shelter Veterinarians is a community of 2,000 members dedicated to helping veterinary shelter medicine move forward in order to improve community animal health and well-being. Membership is open to veterinarians, veterinary students, and non-veterinary affiliates.
ASV continues to grow the practice of veterinary shelter medicine. The Shelter Medicine Practice specialty includes all aspects of veterinary practice important to the care and management of shelter animals. Mastering this specialty requires a broad-based approach inclusive of community considerations and encompasses all aspects of healthcare ranging from the physical and behavioral health of shelter animals to the environmental health of the shelter facility. As of 2020, the specialty has 32 diplomats.
