Meet Michele Wan, PhD, CAAB
Dr. Wan works with Fairfield County, CT families to successfully teach dogs of any age to be well-mannered, well-adjusted companions. She can help with basic training for puppies and adult dogs, as well as with behavioral concerns.
Credentialed
Dr. Wan is one of only about 50 Certified Applied Animal Behaviorists (CAABs) worldwide.
Experienced
Dr. Wan has more than 15 years of experience working with dog owners in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
Reward-Based
Dr. Wan is a Fear Free Certified Professional and utilizes reward-based training and behavioral methods.
Knowledgeable
Dr. Wan has a doctorate in psychology focused on animal behavior from Columbia University.
Veterinarian-Recommended
Dr. Wan regularly receives referrals from veterinarians in Fairfield County, CT.
Peer-Reviewed
Dr. Wan has published in peer-reviewed journals like Applied Animal Behaviour Science and PLoS ONE.
What is a CAAB?
Since 2012, Michele has been a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB), approved by the Board of Professional Certification of the Animal Behavior Society. This requires:
- Advanced degrees with coursework in areas such as animal behavior, comparative psychology, neuroscience, evolution, genetics, and principles of learning
- At least five years of professional experience
- Publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals and case studies in applied animal behavior
In the News
Dr. Wan and her work have been featured in magazines, newspapers, and other publications.
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