Laura M.
Canastota, NY
Services
Laura can care for
Availability
My client hours are weekdays (excluding holidays) from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with mornings reserved for admin. and Adirondack Adventure Training. As a professional dog trainer, I love spending quality time with pets each day. In addition to caring for my own animals (two dogs, a cat, and several chickens!), I work with shelter dogs and training clients, giving me extensive hands-on experience with dogs of all ages and temperaments. I love providing safe, attentive, and empathetic care, whether it’s through training sessions, walks, drop-ins, or enrichment activities.
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About Laura M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I offer in-home training sessions, Adventure Training sessions, and walks, always making the safety, comfort, and well-being of every pet a priority. All training is based on positive reinforcement (R+) methods, ensuring dogs feel motivated, engaged, and confident while learning. During walks, I make sure each dog is leashed, closely monitored, and walked in a safe environment. Communication is a top priority—I provide updates on behavior, progress, and next steps, so you can rest assured that your pet is in capable, attentive, and compassionate hands. All walks include loose-leash reinforcement.
Information Laura M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your pet has any food allergies! Treats are a big part of my training, but safety always comes first. 😊
A typical day
POV: Shelter Dog on a Day Out! Midday starts with an outdoor walk or hike for exercise, sniffing, and confidence…and some quick skills review built in. My trainer says I’m really smart, and she gives me lots of attention, snuggles, and snacks. In the early afternoon, we practice skills even more, with lots of treats, toys, and play! Finally, we end with a socialization/exposure walk in the community, where I get lots of gentle pets, make new friends, and do some more big sniffs. At the end of the day, it’s time to rest…maybe with a soft, cozy blanket, and wait for my forever person to come get me.
Location
Canastota, NY
Pets
Professional R+ Walker & Trainer
Pet care experience
As a certified dog trainer, I provide structured, positive reinforcement-based training tailored to each dog’s needs. I also offer safe and enjoyable walks, ensuring dogs get both physical exercise and mental stimulation. I’m skilled at reading canine body language and behavior, which allows me to provide calm, engaging, and stress-free experiences for each dog I work with. Whether it’s training sessions, walks, or enrichment, I treat every dog with care, understanding, and empathy.
Reviews
Laura was the perfect fit to help us with some bathroom issues we been having with our seven year old jack russell mix. Her analysis was spot on and her advice and training have had such a positive impact on all of our lives. She spent the time to get to know our dog and understand him which shows in the effectiveness of her training. I can’t recommend her enough.
About Laura M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I offer in-home training sessions, Adventure Training sessions, and walks, always making the safety, comfort, and well-being of every pet a priority. All training is based on positive reinforcement (R+) methods, ensuring dogs feel motivated, engaged, and confident while learning. During walks, I make sure each dog is leashed, closely monitored, and walked in a safe environment. Communication is a top priority—I provide updates on behavior, progress, and next steps, so you can rest assured that your pet is in capable, attentive, and compassionate hands. All walks include loose-leash reinforcement.
Information Laura M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your pet has any food allergies! Treats are a big part of my training, but safety always comes first. 😊
A typical day
POV: Shelter Dog on a Day Out! Midday starts with an outdoor walk or hike for exercise, sniffing, and confidence…and some quick skills review built in. My trainer says I’m really smart, and she gives me lots of attention, snuggles, and snacks. In the early afternoon, we practice skills even more, with lots of treats, toys, and play! Finally, we end with a socialization/exposure walk in the community, where I get lots of gentle pets, make new friends, and do some more big sniffs. At the end of the day, it’s time to rest…maybe with a soft, cozy blanket, and wait for my forever person to come get me.
Laura M.
Canastota, NY