Vet or animal cop?

[Tiffany]

Hi,
I am actually working on my biology degree, with a veterinarian medicine concentration. I am wondering what type of education or experience I would need if I decided to become an ASPCA animal cop instead of a veterinarian? Would I qualify with a biology degree and vet tech experience? I am on a war path to prevent animal cruelty, and can't decide what field I could help this cause with more? THANKS!

[Dr. Melinda Merck]

I am not sure what the ASPCA Humane Law Enforcement officer requirements are. I know it varies with the jurisdiction around the country who investigates cruelty so check with your area or the ASPCA. Another aspect we are seeing an interest in is vet techs getting crime scene investigation training and assisting human CSI's on animal cases or otherwise providing service to cruelty investigators. I think your qualifications are excellent as vet tech - these investigations require someone knowing an animal's response to fear and pain which vets and vet techs are the experts at knowing this type of behavior. Good luck!!!