We promote the development and application of animal welfare research in veterinary practice, animal research, the management of strays; professional breeding; pet care; welfare assessment and inspection and the development of appropriate legislation through:

• Comprehensive interdisciplinary research for effective, sustainable and humane dog population management and animal welfare
• Dissemination of the results of research and practical applications between scientists, stakeholders and policy makers
• Independent scientific support, expert evaluation and consulting business and administrative authorities
• Development of educational courses for graduate students of biological, veterinary and animal husbandry sciences; scientific support of student research projects
• Professional development training for K9 specialists