Referring Veterinarians to the Behavior Service
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Referring Veterinarians to the Behavior Service
Medical Records Submission Form
Referring Veterinarian's Form
This form is for veterinarians and their practices to submit medical records only in regard to consultations and appointments with the Behavior Service. This form should be filled out by a veterinarian (or employee of the veterinarian) who is or has managed the pet’s current health concerns.
This form should NOT be filled out by the pet owner.
Contact Information for Veterinary Practices
Contact the Behavior Service
For veterinarians and their offices wishing to contact the Behavior Service, the following options are available:
- Call: 508-887-4640
- Email: liaisons@tufts.edu
- Fax: 508-839-7951
Behavior Service
Foster Hospital for Small Animals
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
200 Westboro Rd.
North Grafton, Massachusetts 01536
Foster Hospital for Small Animals
General contact information for the hospital
- Phone: 508-839-5395
- Emergencies: 508-839-5395, Option #3
Foster Hospital for Small Animals
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
200 Westboro Rd.
North Grafton, Massachusetts 01536
If you are ready to make an appointment with the Behavior Service at Cummings Veterinary Medical Center, we have a step-by-step guide to make everything run smoothly and efficiently.