Animals Expert Witnesses

Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Animals, Dogs - Dangerous Dogs, Dog Bites, Animal Abuse and Cruelty, Police Officer and Animal Control Safety Training, Animal Sheltering, Animal Investigations, Animal Control Field Operations, Animal Behavior, Animal Control Practices, Coyote Bites, Officer Safety Practices, Rescues

Kimberly Cherney has worked in the humane animal welfare and law enforcement fields for over 34 years. Kimberly worked for the City of Brea Police Department as a Police Officer prior to her employment in the animal services profession. She worked for the County of Orange and the City of Costa Mesa as an Animal Control Officer for three years prior to being hired by one of California’s fastest growing and most progressive cities, Irvine. While working for the City of Irvine’s Police Department, Kimberly worked as an Animal Services Officer, Senior Animal Services Officer, Animal Services Supervisor, Animal Shelter Supervisor and Animal Shelter Interim Manager. Kimberly retired from the City of Irvine in 2018. While working for Irvine, and following her retirement, Kimberly held the position of Board Member for the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA). Following her retirement from Irvine, she became the Interim Executive Director for NACA. In this position, she p...

Miami, Florida

Animals, Environmental - Aquaculture, Marine Biology, Marine Ecology, Ecosystem Management, Environmental Impacts, Fisheries, Biology, Ecology, Ecosystem Dynamics, Fish , Fish Biology, Ichthyology, Aquaculture Business, Fish Health, Husbandry, Animal Welfare, Food Security, Marine Chemistry

Charles J. McGuigan, PhD, is a marine biologist and ecologist with specialized expertise in aquaculture, fisheries science, and ecosystem dynamics. He combines a strong academic foundation with extensive experience developing and managing large-scale commercial projects in the marine sector. His background includes leading the design and implementation of hatchery and grow-out facilities, overseeing complex logistics for live animal transport, and guiding companies through permitting, regulatory, and operational challenges. In addition to his technical and managerial expertise, Dr. McGuigan has a proven track record of securing multimillion-dollar fundraising commitments, cultivating partnerships with universities, non-profit organizations, and government agencies to advance marine science and aquaculture innovation. Areas of expertise: Marine Biology & Ecology – Extensive background in the physiology, reproduction, and ecological interactions of marine fishes and invertebrates. A...

Cocoa, Florida

Animals, Safety - Wildlife, Field Work, Coaching, Science, Lab Work, Alligators, Crocodiles, Snakes, Research, Public Speaking, Expert Witness, nuisance, nuisance wildlife, environment, WIldlife Education, Florida Wldlife, Florida Alligators, Neighborhood wildlife safety, Captive wildlife, Animal education

Frank “Alligator” Robb is a wildlife management specialist with 31 years of experience working with nuisance alligators and crocodiles in Florida. Over the course of his career, he has developed extensive expertise in the capture, handling, and relocation of crocodilians, as well as in human-wildlife conflict mitigation across a wide range of environments. He is the Founder and President of EEARSS (Environmental Education Awareness Research Support and Services), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to biodiversity research, environmental health, and education. Through EEARSS, Frank leads research initiatives focused on using the American alligator as a sentinel species for human health, studying environmental contaminants such as heavy metals and PFAS in collaboration with the Wise Lab of Environmental and Genetic Toxicology at the University of Louisville. Frank’s research experience includes biodiversity surveys, his work supports conservation efforts and informs land m...

West Sand Lake, New York

Animals, Dogs - dog training, dog bites, dog evaluation, dog shows, bird training, dog behavior, dog attacks, dog rescue, dog breeders, bird husbandry, animal control officer, service dogs, dog day care, cat behavior, exotic animal training, dangerous dogs, pitbulls, temperament testing, cat training, pet shops

www.dogbiteexpertcatherinecrawmer.com Animal Control Officer 33 years More than 150 NY State Agriculture and Markets Art.7 Sec 123 Dangerous Dog Cases. Involved in some of the largest animal cruelty cases in New York State. Member of county District Attorney's Animal Cruelty Task Force. Expert on Pitbull terriers. Was one of the four presenters on the subject of PItbull legislation along with Senator Paul Tonko at Albany Law School. Was president of the board of one of the state's largest animal shelters. Conducted training seminars on recognizing and handling dangerous dogs for police, animal control officers for NY State Department of Agriculture. animal shelter employees, shelter volunteers, rescue groups and day care centers. Conducted temperament testing with the American Temperament Test Society . Developed temperament testing systems and protocols for animal shelters and rescue groups. Conducted training in safe handling practices and demonstration of equipment use fo...

Tioga, Texas

Animals, Agriculture - fence expert, livestock expert, horse collision, cattle collision, escaped livestock, livestock/vehicle collision, ranch management, equine facilities, riding, escaped cattle, escaped horses, livestock fence, livestock fencing, cattle fencing, horse fencing, pasture management, rodeo, fence failure

Bob Kingsbery is recognized as an international authority on livestock fencing, behavior and management, and ranch and pasture management. He has written more than 100 articles on the subject, including “Stop That Loose Horse” for EQUUS (July 2006); “How to Install a Safe Electric Fence” for PRACTICAL HORSEMAN (March 2004); “Prevent Fence Failure” for EQUUS (April 1999); "What's New in Livestock Fencing" for THE CATTLEMAN (June 1992); "What's New in Horse Fencing" for THE WESTERN HORSE (July 1993); “The Danger Zone: Between a Cow and a Trailer” (October 2016)” and “On the Road With Your Horses” (November 2017) for THE CATTLEMAN. He was interviewed for “Bull-Proof Fences” (March 2010) and “Livestock Fence & The Law” (June 2010) for the ANGUS JOURNAL. Bob Kingsbery has provided expert consultation and testimony in 47 US states, Canada and Australia, for more than 450 cases involving livestock related accidents, livestock fencing, animal behavior, and livestock management and handl...