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DSACS Adjunct Faculty

Stefanie Schwartz

Stefanie Schwartz, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVB

Adjunct Assistant Professor
Veterinary Behaviorist
Department of Small Animal Clinical Science


Education

1988 Master of Science, Animal Behavior
University of Montreal
Montreal, Canada
1984 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
University of Montreal
Montreal, Canada
1979 Bachelor of Science, Psychobiology/Animal Behavior
McGill University
Montreal, Canada

Board Certification

1999 American College of Veterinary Behaviorists

Research Interests

Small animal behavior including but not limited to:

  • aggressive behaviors
  • anxiety disorders
  • compulsive disorders
  • maladaptive problems
  • medical conditions underlying behavioral changes
  • connection between physical health and psychosocial/emotional balance

Professional Experience

Aug 2009-present Veterinary Centers of America, Inc.
Los Angeles, California
Sept 2008-Jul 2009 Veterinary Behaviorists
VCA Veterinary Referral Associates
Gaithersburg, Maryland
2000-2008 Director of Behavior Services
VCA South Shore Animal Hospital
Weymouth, Massachusetts
1990-2006 Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Clinical Sciences
Tufts University
North Grafton, MA

Professional Memberships

  • American Veterinary Medical Association
  • American College of Veterinary Behaviorists
  • Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association
  • Maryland Veterinary Medical Association
  • Veterinary Botanical Medicine Association