Veterinary Behavior of Indiana

I went here because I was recently attacked by my shepherd that I rescued from a shelter a few months back. Everyone told me I had to put him down but my vet in Ohio recommended this place and I am so happy I found them. Dr. Rigterink and JoAnna were able to help and was worth every penny. They had plans and training techniques to help me know what his anxious cues were and how to help with counter conditioning. Without them I would probably be without my rescue shepherd.

We have a severely anxious and reactive dog. He is terrified of people and other dogs and would lunge, growl, bark, and do all the things. There was a lot of frustration and many many tears, but my pup is making progress and we are in a better place now. If your dog has behavioral concerns and don't know where to start, this is a great place. There are so many "trainers" that do not have your dog's best interests in mind. Since the dog industry is also very unregulated, there are people that call themselves trainers but used methods that are not backed by sceintific evidence. Dr. Rigterink uses force free and positive reinforcement. Frankly, I spent a lot of time researching and desensitization training before my consultation (I was looking for more hands on training) so this was not actua

We cannot say enough good things about Dr. Rigterink [Veterinary Behavior of Indiana] and the incredible care she provided our dog. Our dog showed signs of severe separation anxiety, noise sensitivity and general anxiety since he was a puppy, but thanks to Dr. Rigterink's expertise, skill and dedication, we have seen remarkable improvements in our dog. From the very first consultation, Dr. Rigterink took the time to understand our dog's behavior, listen to our concerns, and develop a personalized treatment plan to address his issues. She has provided us with clear guidance and ongoing support, making the process more manageable for both our dog and us. Dr Rigterink is available to answer questions and offer advice, going above and beyond to ensure the best outcome. Despite the difficult n

Dr. Rigterink was so helpful after adopting my dog and now bff, Winston. Upon our first meeting, it was clear he was timid, nervous and had been through some tough times. I was unable to leave Winston home alone without causing him a lot of anxiety as he would continuously pace and have accidents if I was gone for just a few moments. As a pet parent, sometimes I worry if I am being too sensitive or what is the right move for me and my dog. Working with Dr. Rigterink was so reassuring and helpful. Her patience with Winston and me and helping us to adjust to Winston's new home was a game changer. If you're not sure where to turn for help with your pup, I would absolutely recommend her!! I stumbled upon the idea of a behaviorist by accident, but now am SO thankful to know about Dr. Rigterink!

I had an amazing experience with Dr. Rigterink and the entire team at Veterinary Behavior of Indiana. I brought my 3 year old yorkie, Tonka, in for behavioral issues that I had been unable to resolve on my own or while working with various vets. She was able to identify the underlying cause of the issues and from there developed a plan that greatly improved our quality of life. It has been 2 years since the initial appointment and his anxiety is drastically better. I am so thankful for Dr. Rigterink!