Laura Donaldson

Laura Donaldson is a dog trainer based in Freeville, New York. Laura holds the Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) credential from the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) and Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) certification. Services listed include manners and basic skills, private lessons, behavior consulting and reactivity and aggression. Virtual sessions are offered.

At a glance

• Trainer: Laura Donaldson
• Credentials: CDBC · KPA CTP
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Manners and basic skills, private lessons, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression, virtual sessions
• Location: Freeville, New York

Why it matters for French Bulldogs

French Bulldogs can be vocal and pushy with other dogs, and corrections tend to make reactivity worse, not better. A behavior consultant who uses rewards and gradual exposure can change how your dog feels about triggers, not just suppress the barking. Read our force-free French Bulldog training guide.

Sources: the IAABC certified consultant directory and the Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner directory, checked October 2026. Services and prices change, so confirm directly with the trainer before you book.