Each of our programs uses an advisory board to review content, guide design and recommend updates to ensure the program remains current as the field of study evolves. By tapping the minds of the top thinkers, doers and leaders in the field, we offer a transformational learning experience. The following individuals serve as the advisory board for this program.

Ann Brudvik, DVM, Woodhaven Veterinary Clinic

Crista Coppola, Chair, Animal Behavior Society’s Board of Certification

Wendy Dahl, Animal Behavior Consultant and Small Animal Massage Practitioner, Dahl Animal Behavior and Massage

Saethra Jade Frtischer, Cat Behavior Specialist and Owner of Sleeping Tiger Consultations, LLC

James Ha, Primary Instructor for Applied Animal Behavior, UW Continuum College

Renee Ha, Primary Instructor for Applied Animal Behavior, UW Continuum College

Ann Howie, Therapist and Consultant, Human-Animal Solutions, PLLC

Carly Loyer, Ph.D., ASPCA

Kara Main-Hester, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Ahimsa Dog Training

Matt Skirven, Partner Success Lead, International & Academic Programs, UW Continuum College

Anne-Lise Nilsen, General Manager, Camp Canine Dog Daycare

Carrie Perrin, Academic Services Director for the University of Washington Psychology Department

Rachel Salant, Collection Manager of Ambassador Animal, Woodland Park Zoo

Amanda Schaffer, Staff Biologist, Point Defiance Zoo

Kathy Sdao, M.A., Bright Spot Dog Training

Lori Stevens, Canine Behavior and Training consultant, Seattle Touch LLC

Celeste Walsen, Executive Director of Courthouse Dogs Foundation

Stephen Zawistowski, Executive VP Retired, ASPCA