Larry grew Positively Woof’s two million Facebook fans by inspiring a community of dog lovers and focusing on four cornerstones: dog tricks, positive training, animal rescue, and pet celebrations.
As a keynote speaker, workshop leader, and dog trick performer, Larry delights live audiences and online gatherings by blending entertainment with memorable motivational messages. Larry cohosts Dog Hugs, performs dog tricks on live TV, and has been interviewed by the Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, and many pet media outlets.
Larry’s hits include a #1 best-selling dog training book on Amazon and a #1 best-selling computer game for kids, along with dozens of awards and endorsements for his books, videos, games, and online media. His books are Training for the Best Dog Ever, The Big Book of Tricks for The Best Dog Ever, and Life’s A Bark: What Dogs Teach Us About Life and Love.
Larry has written, produced, executive produced, and directed TV and interactive media for Disney, The Muppets, and PBS. He taught TV producing and production at NYU and holds a master’s degree in TV/film from Syracuse University’s Newhouse School of Communications where he was an award-winning student filmmaker.
Many years ago, Larry became an Eagle Scout. He continues to be prepared and do a good turn daily.