Lisa Large - CDBC, CPDT-KA, SDC
Lisa Large is an internationally certified Canine Behaviour Consultant (IAABC), Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), and Service Dog Coach (SDC) with over 15 years of experience helping dogs and their people thrive. Known for her ability to see beyond the surface of a behaviour problem, Lisa takes a holistic approach—looking at the dog’s history, environment, emotions, and physical health to uncover the why behind their behaviour. Rather than simply “fixing” issues, Lisa designs tailored treatment plans that focus on helping each dog overcome the challenges impacting their behaviour, building lasting skills, confidence, and resilience. Her trauma-informed, science-based, and ethical methods prioritize the dog’s emotional well-being at every step.Lisa is highly sought after for her work with complex behaviour cases, aggression, service dog teams, puppy development, and free-roaming dogs. She is also a respected mentor and educator in the canine professional community, known for turning compassion, expertise, and evidence-based practice into transformative results for dogs and the humans who care for them.
Nicole Dow- BA, CPDT-KA, SDC
Nicole Dow is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and Certified Service Dog Coach (SDC) with a decade of experience in the service dog sector. Her background includes developing service dog teams from early foundations through public-access readiness, with a focus on clear communication, environmental preparedness, and sustainable working partnerships.Nicole is known for her welfare-centered approach to task training, handler support, and preparing dogs for real-world demands. She is committed to developing teams where both the dog’s work and the handler’s needs are equally understood and supported. Her work frequently involves collaborating with professionals across training, care, and community settings to help teams understand the unique needs of working dogs and the standards required for them to succeed.Her insight into service dog readiness, daily function, and long-term partnership maintenance has positioned her as a resource for organizations seeking to strengthen their knowledge, support their staff, and build environments that are accessible, predictable, and service-dog-friendly.
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