Laura Hudson
Owner
CPDT-KA, DCBC, DDT
Certified Dog Trainer & Behavior Consultant
she/her
It is such a privilege to continue to love and care for my client’s beautiful dogs and pets for more than 9 years alongside my dedicated, supportive and experienced team members.
Beginning my journey as a dog walker has afforded me the opportunity to gain valuable experience learning from well over 250 client dogs, all with varying needs.
I am an entrepreneur at heart and have a previous background in accounting, human resources and admin support.
Learning to understand animal behavior has always been my passion as well as educating my team through seminars, workshops and by observing and collaborating with other science minded professionals.
I have earned my CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed) with the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) in 2023.
A graduate with honors of Dogma Academy in Calgary, Alberta. Achieving the Dogma Canine Health & First Aid; DCP (Dogma Canine Professional); DDT (Dogma Dog Trainer); and DCBC (Dogma Certified Behavior Consultant) in May 2024.
I am a professional member with the Canadian Association of Professional Dog Trainers (CAPDT).
Strive to consistently offer our clients safe, inclusive, judgement-free coaching with humane reward based training. We teach you how to effectively communicate with your best friend.
I enjoy spending my days assisting my team to continually assess and address the training needs of our pack. I work together with our clients by offering private coaching; drop in classes; and training walks to create life long success in their everyday life.
Check out our blog The Woofington Post. I will be adding helpful new posts for our clients to check out, highlighting our favorite tips and tricks to have fun with their dogs and create success.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Areas of Interest & Expertise
all things early puppy development including proper active socialization through all stages
teaching dogs and clients the value of reliable offered & name attention
9+ years experience with loose leash walking, the proper use of equipment and what works
using critical thinking and foundational training to solve common behavior problems
tools to help you and your dog’s basic neighborhood reactivity
teaching your dog a solid auto watch helping them to ignore other dogs while outdoors
setting up successful introductions for your dog to meet other dogs off and on leash
handling skills that help your dog feel in control and comfortable with all types of touches
supporting you and teaching your dog to adjust to alone and kennel time
creating cooperative medical care routines that help your dog to participate consensually