I have had cats and dogs as part of our family for my entire life and it has been challenging at times to find a vet that really understands them. Going to the vet is a stressful activity during the best of times and during the end of life stage we just want our pets to be as comfortable as possible. By requiring training in animal behavior and be Certified Applied Animal Behaviorists, technicians will have a stronger foundation to both advise patients and interact with our pets. It will make our Virginia vetrinary services that much stronger. Better for everyone. Please amend Section 121, requirements for vetrinary technicians, to include this certification.