Elizabeth Ingalls
Elizabeth BS, CDBC, LFDM, has been involved in canine welfare, in a variety of roles, for over 20 years. From a rescue volunteer with multiple rescues and shelters, to Executive Director of Big Fluffy Dog Rescue, to behavior consultant, her desire has always been to improve the lives of dogs. She works with clients remotely; nationally and internationally, as well as with clients in person near North Central CT and the Big Bend area of FL.
She is considered an expert in her field when it comes to livestock guardian dog breeds (LGD), particularly Great Pyrenees. Over the last decade, this breed group has found themselves in rescue and non-working homes. This has created a need for a behavior consultant who understands their guardian personalities and motivations. Elizabeth currently works for several national rescue groups, including National Great Pyrenees Rescue, assisting with un-owned dogs who face behavioral challenges. Elizabeth is the founder and expert moderator in the Great Pyrenees Training that Works Facebook Group and has been a guest on the Bitey End of the Dog with Michael Shikashio, discussing LGD breeds
Elizabeth works with all breeds and ages of dogs, and a vast majority of her work focuses on dogs who are struggling with aggression or anxiety.
Elizabeth is fully credentialed as a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) through the IAABC. The internationally recognized IAABC Certified designation represents the pinnacle of achievement for animal behavior consultants.
Elizabeth is also a Licensed Family Dog Mediator (LFDM) as a member of the behavior division. Completing the LEGS, Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation course, Elizabeth’s focus is less about “fixing” a dog and more about ensuring all dogs (and their humans) have the skills needed to succeed in the modern world.
Elizabeth is a graduate of the Aggression in Dogs Master Course by Michael Shikashio.
She completed an intensive international mentorship with Hannah Sadgrove and Taz Nicholls, founders of Thinkdog NZ.
She graduated, with honors, from Bay Path University with a degree in Biology.
Her goal is to help clients approach dog training and behavior modification holistically. By taking into account your dog’s unique life experiences, breed, and mindset, each training plan is individualized. Whether in-person or online, Elizabeth and her clients will work together to facilitate lasting changes in behavior that result in a fulfilling relationship between you and your dog.
