Become a Certified Animal Wellness Authority– Lead the Way in Natural Pet Care!
Earn Certifications in 300+ Online Pet Wellness Courses – From Holistic Health to Animal Behavior. Start Your FREE Course & Get Your Certificate Today!
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The World’s #1 Platform for Animal Wellness Education – Trusted by thousands of Members & Professionals
Created by the publishers of Animal Wellness Magazine, Equine Wellness, and Innovative Veterinary Care Journal, we deliver:
Earn micro-credentials in animal health, behavior, and lifestyle courses.
5,000+ Expert Resources: Blogs, video tutorials, and live consultations.
Custom Learning Paths: Designed for dog/cat/horse lovers, veterinarians, and pet care professionals.
Free Online Animal Courses with Certificates
See the AW Academy in Action – Learn, Earn & Transform Lives!
Watch our 2-minute platform tour to see how easy it is to:
- Enroll in online animal courses with certificates
- Access video lessons on animal wellness and animal behavior
- Download certifications
Why Join the Animal Wellness Academy?
Short Courses, Big Results – Learn Faster, Care Smarter & Increase Earning Potential!
- 5–15 Minute Micro-Courses: Master animal care and animal wellness topics during coffee breaks.
- Taught by 50+ Veterinarians: Learn from leaders like Dr. Karen Becker (holistic health) and Dr. Jean Dodds (canine nutrition).
- Instant Certificates: Share online animal certifications on LinkedIn, clinic websites, or social media.
- For All Passion Levels: Perfect for pet parents, groomers, shelter staff, and veterinary professionals.
FIRST COURSE IS FREE!
Try a sample course to experience what you can expect and learn how fun and beneficial studying with AW Academy can be. Your pets or clients will thank you for your knowledge!
Earn Badges, Build Credibility – Climb the Animal Wellness Leaderboard!
Unlock badges as you complete online dog courses with certificates:
Bronze (5 courses) → Silver (15 courses) → Gold (30 courses) → Diamond (50+ courses)
Showcase badges to:
- Attract clients for animal care or animal behavior services
- Qualify for promotions in veterinary clinics or shelters
- Boost credibility for pet businesses
Join Thousands of Members Transforming Animal Lives Daily
Learn From the Pioneers of Modern Animal Wellness
Karen Shaw Becker, DVM
Shawn Messonnier, DVM
W. Jean Dodds, DVM
Janice Huntingford, DVM
Robert J. Silver, DVM, MS, CVA
Patrick Mahaney, VMD, CVA
Jean Hofve, DVM
Greg Tilford
Katie Kangas, DVM, CVA, CVCP
Carmen Colitz, DVM, PhD, DACVO
Barbara Royal, DVM, CVA
Donna Raditic, DVM, CVA, DACVN
Holly Ganz, PhD
Marlene Siegel, DVM, CNHP
Bill Bookout
Margo Roman, DVM, CVA, COT, CPT
Sarah Dodd, BVSc, MSc, PhD Candidate, ECVCN Resident
Paul Owens
Terri McCalla, DVM, MS, DACVO
Bill Ormston, DVM, CAC. DVetHom
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Animal Wellness Academy, our courses, membership or how the learning experience works? Find answers to some of our most common questions below.
About Animal Wellness Academy
What is Animal Wellness Academy?
Animal Wellness Academy is an online education platform focused on animal health, wellness, behavior and lifestyle education. Courses are designed for pet parents, animal-care professionals and veterinary professionals who want to expand their knowledge through accessible online courses.
Who are Animal Wellness Academy courses for?
AWA courses are designed for a range of learners, including pet parents, dog and cat lovers, groomers, shelter and rescue staff, pet-care professionals and veterinary professionals. You do not need to be a veterinarian or have an advanced background to begin exploring the courses.
Who teaches the courses?
Courses are taught by animal wellness experts and veterinary professionals, including veterinarians and other recognized leaders in animal health, behavior and care.
What subjects can I learn about?
AWA covers a wide range of animal wellness topics, including nutrition, behavior, grooming, animal care, holistic and integrative approaches, lifestyle and other areas of animal health and wellness. Courses are available across areas such as dogs, cats, horses, pets and veterinary education.
Do I need previous experience to take an AWA course?Item #5
No. AWA courses are designed for different levels of interest and experience, from pet parents and animal lovers to professional animal-care and veterinary audiences. Individual courses may have different intended audiences or prerequisites.
Courses
How many courses are available?
Animal Wellness Academy offers 300+ video courses covering a wide range of animal wellness topics. Courses are designed to provide focused education that can fit into a busy schedule.
How long are the courses?
AWA describes its courses as short-form 5–15 minute micro-courses, although individual course durations may vary.
How does an AWA course work?
A typical course journey involves selecting a course, accessing the lesson, watching the course video, completing a short quiz and receiving a certificate upon completion.
Can I take more than one course?
Yes. AWA’s membership model provides access to a large course library, allowing members to take multiple courses. The platform also uses badges to recognize course completion milestones.
What happens when I complete a course?
After completing the lesson and quiz, you can earn a certificate recognizing your completion of the course. AWA also offers achievement badges based on course-completion milestones.
Membership
What does an AWA membership include?
Membership benefits depend on the plan selected. Depending on the membership level, benefits can include unlimited web content, educational articles and blogs, product recommendations, newsletters, digital magazines, eBooks, the AW Innovative Products Guide, 300+ video courses and 45+ veterinary courses.
What's the difference between the membership plans?
AWA offers different membership levels with different benefits and levels of course access. Premium provides access to 300+ video courses, while Pro adds access to 45+ veterinary courses and additional benefits. Enterprise is designed for teams and uses custom pricing.
Which membership includes the 300+ video courses?
The current membership structure lists access to 300+ video courses with Premium, Pro and Enterprise membership.
Which membership includes the veterinary courses?
The current membership structure lists 45+ veterinary courses with Pro and Enterprise membership.
Is there a free membership?
Yes. AWA offers a free membership option that includes unlimited web content, educational articles/blogs, product recommendations, a weekly newsletter, one free digital magazine and one free micro-video course.
Can I try a course before becoming a paid member?
AWA currently promotes a free first course, allowing visitors to experience the platform before committing to a paid membership.
Certificates & Learning
Do I receive a certificate when I complete a course?
What are AWA badges?
Badges are achievement markers that recognize course-completion milestones. AWA currently promotes Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond achievement levels based on the number of courses completed.
Can I learn at my own pace?
AWA’s short-form course model is designed around flexible learning, allowing members to complete individual courses according to their schedules.
Is an AWA certificate the same as a professional license or veterinary credential?
No. An AWA course certificate demonstrates completion of an educational course. It does not replace a professional license, veterinary degree or other regulated professional credential.
Can AWA courses help me professionally?
AWA offers education for both animal lovers and professionals and highlights applications for pet-care services, veterinary clinics, shelters and pet businesses. Individual courses should be reviewed to determine whether their content is appropriate for a particular professional role.
Getting Started
How do I get started with Animal Wellness Academy?
You can begin by exploring the course library or starting with AWA’s free course. If you want access to the broader course library and membership benefits, select the membership plan that best fits your needs.
Do I have to be a veterinarian to take AWA courses?
No. AWA serves multiple audiences, including pet parents, animal lovers, pet-care professionals and veterinary professionals. Some courses are specifically designed for veterinary audiences, so visitors should check the intended audience on individual course pages.
How do I access a course after joining?
After becoming a member and logging in, you can select an available course and begin the course journey from its course page.
What happens after I finish my course?
Once you complete the lesson and required quiz, you can receive your course certificate. From there, AWA should ideally guide you toward another relevant course or learning opportunity.
