6Objects of Act

6 Objects of Act The object of this Act is to regulate the provision of veterinary services to ensure the following: (a) the provision of veterinary services is focussed on the welfare and protection of animals; (b) veterinary practitioners provide veterinary services professionally and competently; (c) premises at which veterinary services are provided are of an acceptable standard; (d) veterinary services provided in the ACT comply with standards that— (i) are acceptable to the community; and (ii) meet national and international trade requirements; (e) consumers of veterinary services— (i) are well informed about the competencies required of veterinary practitioners; and (ii) have confidence in accessing veterinary services from veterinary practitioners; (f) the protection of the health and welfare of people.