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Carrie Davis, LDFM T/B, CBCC-KA (she/her), has been active in the dog industry since 2007. She began her career in veterinary technician school and worked in various vet clinics. Soon, her focus shifted to studying canine behavior and the unique bond between dogs and humans.
In her early career, Carrie gained hands-on experience as an intake supervisor for lost and stray dogs in her county, working at a small boarding facility, and even as a dog bather. Her commitment to learning is reflected in her ongoing participation in conferences, webinars, and seminars, as well as in one-on-one work with experts, and in her extensive reading on the subject.
With 18 plus years of experience, Carrie has taught a wide range of classes, including obedience, reactive rehabilitation, focus and control, sports foundations, tricks, and numerous puppy classes. More recently, she has focused on one-on-one sessions, ensuring personalized attention for each dog and their family.
Carrie holds the distinction of being the first Certified Family Dog Mediator in the Midwest and the first Licensed FDM in Minnesota. She is the former Division Head of the Training Division of Licensed Family Dog Mediators worldwide.
Carrie currently lives with her husband and Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Vanya and Finnick. She enjoys camping outdoors, hiking, and spending time with friends and family.
She has shared her life with a variety of animals, including Australian Shepherds, cats, goats, rats, chickens, birds, bunnies, and even a frog.
Anne has been part of the dog industry since 2022. She works as the Administrative Manager for Carrie, handling client scheduling, administrative support, and day-to-day operations. Working closely with Carrie has provided incredible opportunities to grow professionally, learning how to interact with clients, understand dogs and their families, and support families in meaningful ways.
She is also part of the team at AggressiveDog.com as CEU Administrator and Logistical Support Specialist, coordinating non-conference Continuing Education Units (CEUs) since 2022, setting up webinars, managing the Aggression in Dogs Master Course Facebook group, and handling scholarship applications. This role has strengthened her expertise in dog behavior and training, while providing a broader view of the dog community and its needs.
Being part of this industry has not only enhanced her professional skills but also inspired her personally it encouraged her to have her own dog and even train them herself, which has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Anne feels fortunate to combine her work, learning, and love for dogs into a career that truly inspires her.
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Certification/Credential Information found here.
Affiliations of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers
Methods Used: LIMA
Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) Effective Behavior Intervention Policy - CCPDT
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