Billie has dedicated 3 decades to working with adolescent and adult dogs, and voluntarily helping rescued dogs and the people who love them, around the globe. Her unconventional learning journey led to the creation of UPWARD Dogology™, an evidence-based method which is changing the landscape of rehabilitation, behavioral education, and rescue and welfare.
She recently completed the PhD course at the University of Sweden, Animal Cognition to Improve Animal Welfare, and Leadership and Change (PhD programs) on Ethical Practices in Animal Welfare.
Billie is featured in:
Psychology Today Magazine
L.A. Tribune
LiT Magazine
Roku TV
and many podcasts and blogs!
Billie is a featured speaker at:
The Animal Behavior Society Conference 2022/23
Animal Science and Veterinarian Medicine Conference 2022/23
University of Regina 2018
Winner of the Global Business Awards 2022/24
Awarded by the Toronto Humane Society 2001
Awarded by CHML Hometown Hero 2000
Billie is a guest on dozens of podcasts and radio shows.