The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how WSAVA uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help websites function properly and provide useful information to site owners.

Why we use cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure our website works as intended
  • Understand how visitors use our site
  • Improve site performance and user experience

Types of cookies we use

  • Essential cookies: These are necessary for the website to function and cannot be turned off. They include settings that remember your privacy preferences.
  • Analytics cookies: These are optional and help us understand how visitors interact with our site. They do not track you across other websites or build a personal profile.

Managing your cookie preferences

You can choose whether to allow analytics cookies using the Cookie Settings link at the bottom of our website. Your preferences will be saved until you change them.

Third-party services

We may use third-party services (such as Google Analytics) to collect usage data. These services may place their own cookies on your device.

Data retention

Cookies are stored for varying durations depending on their purpose. Analytics cookies typically expire within 13 months.

Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@wsava.org.

Contact Us

We are only able to respond to inquiries form veterinary professionals. We encourage pet owners to contact a local veterinarian.

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