Dog Bite Expert Witnesses

This highly qualified dog behavior and nutrition expert has 28+ years of experience. Presently, she is the owner of an animal behavior training center, where she applies her extensive experience in canine behavior, training, health care, and nutrition. She has published 7 books, numerous scientific papers, and educational materials for pet owners. Formerly, this expert was a lecturer in Animal Science and at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She earned her BS in Animal Science at Cornell University and her MS at the University of IL.

This expert's work includes analysis and evaluation of dog bite case histories, temperament testing of involved dogs, review of veterinary records, development of behavioral arguments, provision of supporting documentation and delivery of expert testimony (if needed). He possesses substantial experience in behavior problem prevention and behavior problem solving, aggression and bite predictor analysis, and dog training.

This expert rehabilitates canines who have developed undesired behavior patterns, while teaching dog owners to better communicate with their pets. Her rehabilitation program focuses on behavior modification based on body language, verbal and nonverbal cues, and positive reinforcement. Leveraging her communication skills developed through her career in broadcast media, she regularly lectures on canine husbandry, helping owners to avert aggressive behavior.

This expert is highly trained in dog training, behavior, and science. He has trained pets professionally since 1992, h two companies eaach of which focuses on scientici study of canines and dog behavior, and has served as an expert and correspondent on various television programs. This expert has won and has coached numerous dog training and behavior competitions.

This highly qualified expert is a service and therapy dog consultant. She has been trained and remains current on any changes to the various laws in dog safety and service dog law for over 20 years. She has also played a part in updating Homeland Security/FEMA guidelines in relationship to service dogs and shelters. Some laws that this expert is well versed on include the Americans with Disabilities Act, Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act 2008, Air Carrier Access Act March 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 41 Code of Federal Regulations 101-20.311, HUD Fair Housing Act, California Health and Safety Code, Penal Code 365.5, and various other California Laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities who have Service Dogs.

This expert has extensive experience and education on dog training and behavior having authored over five well received publications. She earned an Associate Degree in Administration of Justice at Santa Rosa Junior College. She worked for the Marin Humane Society in California for over 20 years, enforcing animal protection and control laws. She served as a president of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, and a member of the Mid-Atlantic Association of Positive Professional Pet Trainers, the Tennessee Association of Positive Trainers, the Animal Behavior Management Association, the Association of Animal Behavior Professionals, and the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. The expert launched her own canine training center in Maryland acting as the head trainer, while also furthering her certifications through the Council for Professional Dog Trainers and the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants.

This expert has over 2 decades experience in the pest control industry. He is a certified Entomologist and a certified pest control applicator. He is active in his field and is a part of a number of prestigious organizations including the National Pest Management Association and Pennsylvania Pest Management Association. He is currently the President and owner of a pest control firm specializing in bed bug and rodent eradication.

This expert earned her BS in animal science at Cornell University and her DVM at the University of Illinois. She is currently pursuing her PhD in veterinary forensics through the University of Florida. This expert is a licensed veterinarian and active in her field as a member of the American Association of Equine Practitioners and the American Veterinary Medical Association. She has 20 years of experience as an equine practitioner and has worked as an associate veterinarian at Taylor Veterinary Hospital and High Desert Equine. She currently is the owner of an equine veterinary clinic in Colorado.

This well-qualified expert has more than twenty years of experience in caring for animals, including more than five as a veterinarian. She received her BA in anthropology from Scripps College and her DVM at Washington State University. She is certified in veterinary acupuncture, Tui-Na, herbalism, canine rehabilitation, and animal chiropractic care. She is also a member of many professional organizations, including the American Holistic Veterinary Medicine Association and the International Association of Animal Hospice and Palliative Care. Previously, this expert held a variety of roles, including serving as a veterinarian for Pet Loss at Home and as a relief veterinarian for multiple different veterinary clinics. Currently, she is a vice-chair for a state regulatory veterinary board, an expert writer & reviewer for a leading pet and animal information website, an instructor for an animal education website, and the owner & veterinarian of her own holistic mixed animal clinic.

This highly-qualified plastic surgery expert is dual-board certified in plastic surgery and general surgery and has extensive experience in adult and pediatric reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery, craniofacial surgery, surgeries due to dog bites and motor vehicle accidents, facial fractures, skull base surgery, and cranioplasty. He received his BS in biological sciences from Stanford University before earning his MD from the University of Michigan. He subsequently completed both an internship and residency in general surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham followed by a residency in plastic surgery at Duke University, serving as the chief resident in both residency programs. During his residency in plastic surgery, he worked with Operation Smile in Jamshedpur, India performing cleft lip and left palate repairs for patients with little access to medical care. He then went on to complete a fellowship in craniofacial and plastic surgery at the University of Southern California. This expert is active in his field as a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, AOCMF North America, and the North American Skull Base Society and serves on the credentials committee at two hospitals and the medical executive committee at one. He is also active in research having authored several peer-reviewed articles and spoken at multiple scientific conferences over the course of his career. Previously, he served as an assistant professor of plastic surgery, the director of craniofacial surgery, and the co-director of research at the University of California, Irvine. Currently, he serves as the chief of plastic surgery at a renowned clinic for brain, spine, head and neck conditions in California.

This expert has over 20 years of experience in animal behavior and training. He has extensive experience as a speaker and consultant for solving animal problems and has developed programs for various animals including dogs, cats, and rabbits. He is certified as a trainer and behavior consultant by the International Association of Canine Professionals and the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. In addition to operating a pet training academy, he currently serves as the President and Founder of a non-profit that trains shelter dogs for placement with low-income individuals.

This highly qualified expert has decades of experience as a certified dog trainer. Her training programs include obedience, protection, agility, scent discrimination and conformation along with repairing abnormal behavior. She has extensive involvement in the field of canine care, especially with Rottweilers and Bully breeds (American Pit Bull Terrier and relatives). She is an active board member of the American Temperament Test Society and the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen program. As the founder of an independent canine consulting firm, she is available for consultation, reviews, depositions and trial testimonies.