Sara McLoudrey

Based in Portland, Oregon, Sara McLoudrey trains dogs. Sara holds the Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) credential from the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). Services include manners and basic skills, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression, fear and anxiety and dog sports and tricks. Online sessions are an option.

At a glance

• Trainer: Sara McLoudrey
• Credentials: CDBC
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Manners and basic skills, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression, fear and anxiety, dog sports and tricks, virtual sessions
• Location: Portland, Oregon

Why this matters for Frenchie owners

French Bulldogs can be vocal and pushy with other dogs, and corrections tend to make reactivity worse, not better. The goal with a reward-based consultant is to change how your dog feels about triggers through gradual exposure, not only to stop the barking. Read our force-free French Bulldog training guide.

Sources: the IAABC certified consultant directory, checked October 2026. Confirm current services and prices with the trainer before booking.