Laurie is a physiotherapist from Calgary, Canada. She began working with animals in the early 90s (while studying physical therapy at the University of Alberta) and holds a Certification in Canine Rehab and a Master’s Degree in Animal Physiotherapy, as well as two certifications in medical acupuncture (human and small animal).
Laurie taught the first canine physiotherapy courses in Canada, the US, and Australia. She is a sought-after lecturer and instructor in North America and abroad. Her primary teaching platform is now FourLeg.com, an online educational website. She co-owns and practices out of The Canine Fitness Centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She also owns and operates Two Hands Physiotherapy, a small clinic dedicated to physiotherapy needs of dog owners.
In 2020, Laurie was awarded the inaugural Veterinary Rehabilitation Therapist Award by the International Association of Veterinary Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy, and in 2021, she was awarded a Medal of Distinction by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
Laurie sits on the boards of the Animal Rehab Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, the Ontario Animal Owners Association, the Alberta Animal Owners Association, and the Registry of Allied Animal Health Practitioners of Canada.