Program Overview

Master in Medicina Comportamentale degli Animali da Compagnia: Diagnosi, Terapia e Riabilitazione

The Master in "Medicina Comportamentale degli Animali da Compagnia: Diagnosi, Terapia e Riabilitazione" aims to form the figure of the Medico Veterinario Esperto in Comportamento Animale, following the directives of FNOVI. This professional figure plays a key role in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of behavioral disorders in dogs, cats, and new companion animals (NAC), working in a team with other professionals.

Program Overview

The Master in Medicina Comportamentale degli Animali da Compagnia has seen the realization of its first edition in the academic year 2023/2024, and due to its great success, it has been proposed again for the academic year 2025/2026. The objective is to train the Medico Veterinario Esperto in Comportamento Animale, who will be able to evaluate animal welfare, correct breeding methods, and promote the development of an adequate and responsible relationship between humans and companion animals.

Program Structure

• The program is designed to provide a comprehensive education in the field of animal behavior and welfare.
• The Medico Veterinario Esperto in Comportamento Animale will work in a team with other professionals to prevent, diagnose, and treat behavioral disorders in companion animals.

Admission

• The admissions to the master program will be open until November 10, 2025.

Program Details

• The program is offered by the ALMA MATER STUDIORUM - Università di Bologna.
• The program is designed to follow the directives of FNOVI.
• The program aims to train professionals who can work in the field of animal behavior and welfare.