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 40+ “Powered By Barkera” technologies 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