We have seen many people claiming to be "behaviorists" when they are not. Most are not even certified dog trainers. While certified dog trainers often work with veterinary behaviorists, they are not able to support a dog with certain behavioral needs the same way a board certified veterinary behaviorist can. To find out more on what a veterinary behaviorist does so you can make an informed decision for yourself and your pup or to find veterinary behaviorists outside of the DMV area, visit the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists website.