Board-Certified Veterinary Behaviorist

Requirements

Behavioral Health Education & Content Development:  

• Develop and review evidence-based behavioral health education across multiple formats, including:
  

• • In-depth written guides and articles
    

  • Video, audio, and webinar-based instruction
    

  • Courses, diagrams, and clinical behavior explainers
    

  • Owner-facing resources addressing behavior prevention and intervention
    

• Translate complex topics such as:
  

• • Neurobiology of behavior
    

  • Fear, anxiety, stress, and arousal systems
    

  • Aggression (diagnosis, risk factors, prevention—not diagnosis or treatment of individual cases)
    

  • Address root causes of behavior through education on gut-microbiome and gut-brain axis connectiosn to behavior
    

  • Developmental periods and socialization
    

  • Behavioral effects of pain, illness, and endocrine disorders
    

Advisory & Curriculum Development  

• Contribute to the design of:
  

• • Structured behavior education curricula and learning pathways
    

  • Preventative behavior frameworks for puppies and adolescents
    

  • Assessment tools, quizzes, and retention-based learning resources
    

  • Review behavior-related content for:
    

  • Scientific accuracy and ethical alignment
    

  • Appropriate scope (education vs. clinical intervention)
    

  • Consistency with DACVB and AVSAB standards
    

Thought Leadership & Multidisciplinary Collaboration  

• Participate in:
  

• • Expert panels, roundtables, and live Q&A sessions
    

  • Cross-disciplinary collaboration with veterinarians, trainers, breeders, and animal behavior professionals
    

  • Strategic initiatives focused on improving behavior education standards across the pet industry
    

• Educate pet owners on:
  

• • The difference between training, behavior modification, and medical behavioral conditions
    

  • When referral to a veterinary behaviorist is appropriate
    

  • How to communicate effectively with veterinary and training professionals
    

Areas of Behavioral Expertise We Value  

All DACVB-certified professionals are encouraged to apply.

• Canine fear, anxiety, and stress-related disorders
  

• Aggression risk assessment and prevention education
  

• Puppy socialization and early behavioral development
  

• Adolescent behavior and impulse control
  

• Behavioral impacts of pain, illness, and chronic disease
  

• Psychopharmacology education (high-level, non-prescriptive)
  

• Environmental enrichment and welfare-focused behavior strategies
  

• Human–animal bond and owner education
  

• Epigenetics
  

Qualifications & Requirements  

• DVM or VMD degree
  

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (DACVB)
  

• Active veterinary licensure (or eligibility, where applicable)
  

• Demonstrated expertise in veterinary behavioral medicine
  

• Strong commitment to education, prevention, and ethical behavior practices
  

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  

• Comfort contributing through digital platforms and remote collaboration tools
  

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary expert team
  

• Openness to professional dialogue, peer review, and constructive scientific discussion
  

• Prior experience in teaching, writing, speaking, or curriculum development strongly preferred
  

Engagement Format  

• Remote Opportunities:
  

• • Educational content creation and review
    

  • Virtual panels, webinars, and Q&A sessions
    

  • Curriculum development and strategic advisory work
    

• In-Person Opportunities (Optional):
  

• • Workshops, summits, and industry events
    

  • Educational filming or live presentations
    

  • Strategic collaboration sessions
    

Benefits

As part of the Barkera Expert Network, you will have access to:

• Flexible, work-from-anywhere engagement
  

• Opportunities to expand your professional reach nationally and globally
  

• Coaching and mentorship programs to support ongoing professional growth
  

• A platform to responsibly showcase your expertise and thought leadership
  

• Access to deeply discounted Barkera products and services
  

• Exclusive Private Travel Membership, including pet travel benefits
  

• Discounts across to support your professional or academic endeavors
  

• Direct collaboration with Barkera leadership and a curated network of top-tier pet industry experts
  

• Optional participation in paid engagements, research initiatives, and revenue-sharing opportunities