More Adoptions, Less Burnout.
Working in an animal shelter is a whirlwind of tasks and there's never a dull moment. It's a constant challenge to keep everything running smoothly, especially when dealing with the behavioral issues of animals who've had a rough journey.
Great news: I'm here to help!
I thrive on tackling projects, advocating for animal welfare, and establishing efficient, impactful, and team-driven systems.
My mission is to provide shelters with strategies to enhance animal well-being, streamline the adoption process, boost staff and volunteer morale, and foster a harmonious, productive team environment.
I'm eager to hear more about you and your shelter! Don't hesitate to reach out.
MISSION
Shelter Behavior Integrations imagines a future in which the animal sheltering community sees animal behavior as an integrated and necessary part of core operations.
“Laurie helped me to revolutionize my shelter's intake process, as well as our dog behavior program in totality. With her dynamic, team-based approach, Laurie has a way of inspiring folks who deal with the challenges we see daily with our animals in the shelter population… I would absolutely recommend her services to any animal shelter that is focused on positive change and impactful improvements to their animal's quality of life.”
Christen Trayah
Animal Care Manager, Humane Society of Chittenden County
Services
Remote
Shelter Program Problem Solving
Individual Department Projects
Behavior Team Admin and Remote Support
Laurie Travels to Your Shelter
Book a free discovery call for 2025!
Behavior Integrations Pathway Program
Shelter Behavior Fundamentals
Playgroups, Bmod, and & Enrichment Intensives
Testimonials from Clients & Colleagues
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“Laurie brings realistic solutions that shelter staff can apply to their day to day work and improve the behavior of the dogs in their care. Laurie is passionate about helping shelter dogs and wants to help you succeed. She was so amazing to work with, we had her come back a second time!”
Lacie Davis
Executive Director of SPCA of Brevard County 2021
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"I loved working with Laurie Lawless on the ASPCA’s Behavioral Sciences Team – her deep understanding of canine behavior and her keen observational abilities, along with her incredible training and handling skills, made her a superb Behavior Lead. Also, she’s as good with humans as she is with dogs: a patient teacher, able to gracefully maneuver the emotional vicissitudes of working in high-stress situations. And to top it off, she’s really smart and fun to be with."
Becky Stowe
Owner, Second Act Dog Training
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"Laurie is a gifted canine behavior consultant, whose talents have consistently helped us rehabilitate challenging rescued dogs. Each individualized intervention plan is thorough, easily implemented, and yields positive outcomes. Laurie’s expertise and commitment to her client’s success is unparalleled. Her support is essential to our goal of being a best practices rescue."
Michelle Steen Sharp
Texas Coordinator, The Joshua Fund Rescue, Inc.
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"Laurie spent a full day at the Hudson Valley Dog Farm, educating our staff on dog-dog introductions, managing dog playgroups, and dog body language. We spent about half the day in the classroom and about half the day hands on with dogs, putting into action our classroom learning, with feedback from Laurie. The information Laurie presented to our staff was invaluable and gave all of us a better sense of understanding and confidence. Laurie strikes a perfect balance between being the expert and having an approachable, nonjudgmental style. I would have her back to the Dog Farm over and over again to keep our skills fresh, and continue to learn from her vast understanding of dogs."
Kara Gilmore
Hudson Valley Dog Farmre
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"Laurie and team did a fantastic job developing and delivering a custom-made program to help us learn how to run play groups and assess dog-to-dog interactions. Looking to ramp up the quality of the care you offer your dogs? I recommend Shelter Behavior Integrations" 110%!
Eudora Watson
Animal Care Manager, Potsdam Humane Society
