I oppose this petition because animal behavior training is already provided in accredited programs for LVTs in Virginia. There is no reason to burden LVTs with additional, redundant training when they have already received animal behavior training through classes that meet the requirements of the AVMA.  The author stated that one way Certifed Applied Animal Behaviorists can achieve their position is through "extensive consultation with veterinary professionals."  In my opinion, that seems too vague of a qualification.  Taking animal behavior courses at an AVMA accredited institution seems like much more legitimate training than being taught by someone who only has "consulted with veterinary professionals."