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ABOUT US
Since 2015, Laura has been dedicated to helping people build better relationships with their dogs through one-on-one coaching, community building and group classes. Laura has worked with the adventure dogs of Squamish, beach dogs of the Sunshine Coast and small town dogs of the East Kootenays. Currently, you can find her training and coaching in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island.
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Laura's goal is to help you understand and train your dog using humane, evidence-based methods, ensuring you and your dog achieve the quality of life you desire. She has years of experience and education in puppy raising, reactivity, multi-dog household management and complex behaviour coaching and solutions.
Laura McAlduff
Behaviour Consultant
Diploma in Animal Behaviour Science and Technology
BC SPCA AnimalKind Accredited
Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant (IAABC)
Aggression in Dogs Master Course completion
Fear Free Certified
L.E.G.S Family Dog Mediator
Trauma Informed Pet Professional
More about certifications, memberships, education - Assessed Practitioner Trauma Informed Pet Professionals (2023) - Karen Pryor Academy Puppy Start Right Instructor course (2022) - Family Dog Mediation Certification (2022) - BC SPCA AnimalKind Accredited - Member of the Pet Professional Guild (current) - Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant (IAABC) (current) - FDSA/IAABC Lemonade Conference (2021) - Stress and the Animal in Front of You with Kristina Spaulding (2020) - Aggression in Dogs Master Course with Michael Shikashio (2019) - TTouch 3 Day workshop (2019) - SANE Solutions for Dog Behaviour (2019) - Diploma in Animal Behaviour Science and Technology (2017) - Ian Dunbar's Sirius Dog Training Academy (2016) - Good Dog Academy Profession Pet Dog Trainer Certification Course
OUR STORY & TRAINING APPROACH
Laura's training approach was born from a personal journey of growth and understanding in the pet-dog relationship. Whether your life with your dog involves cozying up on the couch, taking neighbourhood strolls, or embarking on adventures, the core elements remain the same: trust, empathy, and communication.
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Laura's dogs join her for backcountry hiking, road trips and, when possible, everything in between.
Her training approach is grounded in humane principles, focusing on positive reinforcement, desensitization, environmental management, relationship building, enrichment, and play. Laura's big-picture perspective seeks to understand who your dog is and how you can support their growth. With her extensive experience and personal journey with her own dogs, Laura tailors training plans that address problematic behaviors and integrate training into your lifestyle, fostering a strong and adaptable relationship with your dog.
