Deer Run Animal Hospital
Schererville, IN
(219) 864-7180


 Behavioral Specialist Referral Services in our region are listed below:


Could a Veterinary Behaviorist Help Your Dog? Veterinary behaviorists are fully trained veterinarians who complete an additional specialized program in behavioral medicine. They then apply to be board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Behavior (ACVB). There less than 50 such certified veterinary behaviorists in the United States today. Read this article to learn more. We are very fortunate to have access to several Veterinary Behaviorists in our region.

Chicagoland Veterinary Behavior Consultants   This it the link to board certified veterinary behaviorist, Dr. John Cirabassi  He is available for referral consults at the Veterinary Specialty Center in Buffalo Grove, IL and also sees behvaior patients in Elmhurst, IL.


Purdue Veterinary School Behavior Department  This is a link to the Behavior Department at the Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine in West Lafayette, IN. 

Chicago Center for Veterinary Medicine--Behavior Service  The University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine now has a location in Chicago at 2242 West Harrison Street, Suite 101, Chicago, Illinois 60612.  They now are offering a Veterinary Behavior Service and are accepting behavior referrals.  Learn more by reading their Behavior Services Brochure.