Valli Parthasarathy, PhD, DVM, DACVB
Co-Founder, Board-Certified Veterinary Behaviorist
Fear Free Elite, Low Stress Handling Certified
She/Her
Dr. Valli’s love for animal behavior runs deep—so deep that she’s worked with species ranging from dogs and cats to parrots, horses, and even South American Pacas! While earning her PhD, she honed her skills in decoding the behavior of both domestic and wild animals, which sparked her desire to pursue veterinary medicine. After graduating from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006, Dr. Valli made the move to Portland and transitioned from general practice to co-founding Synergy Veterinary Behavior in 2009. She completed board certification in 2020.
Dr. Valli now splits her time between helping pets virtually and in person, in addition to consulting with veterinarians on tricky behavior cases. Whether she’s presenting at national veterinary meetings or calming a nervous pet, Dr. Valli’s mission is clear: making the world a better, less stressful place for animals and the people who care for them. When she’s not at work, you might find her with a cup of tea and a good book—or dreaming up new ways to improve pet behavior care.
