Dr. Bergman has been a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists since 2003, one of less than 100 people to hold this distinguished title. Dr. Bergman was in California as the Behavior Service Coordinator for the University of California Veterinary Medical Center-San Diego, where in addition to treating behavior problems in companion dogs, cats and birds, she consulted for local zoos and animal shelters, was involved in a variety of clinical research projects and trained residents and veterinary students. In 2008 Dr. Bergman returned to Pennsylvania to start a behavior service. She is a consultant for VIN.