
Ilana Reisner
DVM, PhD, DACVB ·
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Dr. Ilana Reisner is a highly credentialed and experienced expert in the field of veterinary behavioral medicine. She holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from Oregon State University and a Ph.D. in Behavioral Physiology from Cornell University. Dr. Reisner is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB), a prestigious certification that recognizes her advanced expertise in animal behavior.
With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Reisner has established herself as a leading authority in the diagnosis and treatment of behavior problems in companion animals, particularly canine aggression. She has served as the Director of the Behavior Service at the University of Pennsylvania's Ryan Veterinary Hospital and currently owns a successful referral practice, Reisner Veterinary Behavior & Consulting Services, LLC.
Dr. Reisner's extensive academic and professional background is complemented by her numerous publications, including original refereed papers, book chapters, and reviews in prestigious journals such as the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association and Applied Animal Behaviour Science. She has also been invited to present her research and clinical findings at various national and international conferences, further solidifying her reputation as an expert in her field.
In addition to her clinical work and research contributions, Dr. Reisner has served on several professional advisory boards and committees, including the Fear Free™ Initiative, the Dog Law Advisory Board for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the Governor's Committee of Veterinarians on the Dog Law. Her expertise has been sought after in legal proceedings, where she has provided expert testimony on cases involving canine behavior and aggression.