Laura Perkins has a lifetime of hands-on experience working with dogs and a masters of science in behavior analysis. She owned and operated Perkins Animal Behavior Consulting in Portland, Oregon before relocating to Michigan. She received her Animal Science degree from the University of Illinois. She obtained a Master of Science in Behavior Analysis from the University of North Texas. She worked as the behaviorist on staff for Clackamas County Dog Services in Clackamas, OR. She completed an Advanced Animal Training course taught by Dr. Roger Abrantes in Portugal. She worked as an intern at the Trevor Zoo in Millbrook, NY. She also volunteered at the Herd Museum in McKinney, TX. She has attended and co-chaired attended the Art and Science of Animal Training Conference.
Training Philosophy
Laura’s passion is teaching people to solve the behavior problems they have with their pets using positive, science-based training techniques.
Services
- Private Sessions (in-person at Laura’s training building in Chelsea, MI)
- Virtual Private Sessions (from the comfort of your home via zoom)
- Group Classes (topics and locations vary, contact for current schedule). Topics include but are not limited to:
- House training and household skills
- New puppy/new rescue support
- Leash walking skills
- Improving comfort with grooming and vet visits
- Reactivity or aggression with people or dogs
- Fearful behaviors
- Foundations for dog sports; Nosework, Agility, Rally and Obedience.
New Client Session (90 min):
$160
Certifications
- Certified Pet Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CCPDT-KA)
- member of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI)
- member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) organization
Specializations
Behavior analysis, positive reinforcement training, house training, leash walking, reactivity, aggression, fear, dog sports (Nosework, Agility, Rally and Obedience)
Training Methods
Positive, science-based training techniques
