Dustin Larsen

Dustin Larsen brings a compassionate approach to veterinary social work, combining his background in social work and animal care to support pets, their families, and veterinary professionals. He is passionate about the human–animal bond and helping families navigate the emotional challenges that can accompany veterinary care. 

As a Veterinary Social Worker at Premier Veterinary Group Chicago and Mundelein, Dustin provides support for pet loss, anticipatory grief, new diagnoses, and difficult medical decisions. He also assists families with quality-of-life and end-of-life discussions, caregiver support, and connections to community resources. Dustin works closely with Premier's medical teams to ensure families feel supported throughout their pet's care journey. 

Dustin is particularly passionate about helping families honor the special relationships they share with their pets and finding meaningful ways to navigate grief and loss. He also recognizes the emotional demands of veterinary medicine and is committed to supporting the well-being of veterinary professionals. 

Outside of work, Dustin enjoys hiking, camping, and spending time with his rescue dog, Quila. He also shares his home with a diverse collection of snakes, frogs, reptiles, and other exotic pets. 

Credentials 

Master of Social Work (MSW) 

Licensed Social Worker (LSW)