animal behavior clinic

Owner, Veterinary Behaviorist, Mentor

The Animal Behavior Clinic is revolutionizing person-to-pet relationships through one-on-one training sessions with world-renowned and board certified Veterinary Behaviorist, Dr. Christopher Pachel and his associate veterinarians.

Public keynote speaker

World Renowned Pet Behaviorist

Dr. Pachel is a board-certified Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists. His work has garnered him international recognition as a thought leader, and coveted keynote speaker and educator. Dr. Pachel has traveled the world, headlining international conferences & teaching inspiring lessons about animal aggression, animal behavior, and industry trends.

instinct dog behavior & Training

Vice President of Veterinary Behavior, Co-owner of Instinct Portland (opened September 2020)

Practical, positive dog training help from our certified, veterinarian-recommended trainers and behavior consultants. Our custom training programs offer lasting results for all ages, breeds, and behavior issues.

expert witness

Animal Behavior Expert

Dr. Pachel is a sought-after expert in the evaluation of canine and feline aggression and behavior. As a board-certified Veterinary Behaviorist, Dr. Pachel is uniquely qualified to work within the legal system to interpret and share the most current published scientific research on animal behavior. His testimony in depositions and at trial brings clarity to often highly emotional cases, and offers insight to judges, juries and legal teams. 

isagenix

Independent Associate, Crystal Executive

As a passionate health and wellness advocate, Dr. Pachel has teamed up with Isagenix, a company focused on sharing the tools of personal success with anyone and everyone interested in becoming all that they were meant to be—physically, mentally, & spiritually.

Media and educational materials

View the latest interviews, podcasts, videos, and articles

Dr. Pachel is a popular guest on podcasts hosted by individuals from around the world, and is interviewed regularly for articles and press releases. Several of his full length presentations on animal behavior topics can also be found here.

Meet Dr. Pachel

I choose to believe that each and every person, including me, is doing the best they can with the tools they have available to them in that moment. 

With this in mind, my approach to behavior modification within animals and humans is closely focused on the individual—their needs, past experiences, and future goals.

I have always wanted to be a veterinarian. I consider it my highest calling—a vocation—as well as a profession, where I can positively impact the lives of people and their animals on a global scale. 

I believe very strongly that I have been given an opportunity to change lives in a meaningful way. I measure my greatest achievements through transformations—little light bulb moments clients share with me—where, through working with their animals, they have incorporated a better way of being into their personal lives. We offer the world our best selves through intention and integrity.

Onward and upward,

Dr. Christopher Pachel