Live’s with Laurie

Introducing dogs to each other in a shelter environment can feel unpredictable or downright overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. Join Laurie Lawless, founder of Shelter Behavior Integrations, for a compassionate, practical discussion on dog-to-dog introductions in shelters.

If you’re dealing with long-stay dogs, limited space, or a stressed-out team, Laurie will walk you through what really works to set dogs (and your staff!) up for success.

In this live session, I’ll walk through how to document what you see in a way that supports behavior plans, adoption matches, and decision-making. Whether you're jotting quick kennel notes or writing formal reports, this session will help you capture what matters without overcomplicating it.

In this session, we'll dive into:

- The impact of trauma on animal behavior and care.

- How latent learning plays a role in recovery and trust-building.

- Strategies to support animals transitioning from malnourished to healthy.