WALA Board of Directors
The WALA Board of Directors is a place where passion meets leadership. Our leadership team is comprised of dedicated professionals who demonstrate unwavering commitment to the Australian Labradoodle breed and community. As stewards of the Worldwide Australian Labradoodle Association's mission, they form the backbone of our organization, bringing to the table a wealth of experience and knowledge.
Susan Davis, President
Davis Doodles Labradoodles, Georgia, United States
Susan Davis grew up surrounded by retrievers at her grandparents' home. After adopting a breeder-pick Labrador Retriever puppy in 2005, Susan found her calling in creating Labradoodles. She and her husband have raised five children alongside countless Australian Labradoodles near Atlanta, Georgia. Susan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management from Georgia Tech and uses her natural passion for science to ensure her puppies are healthy, happy, and well-socialized.
Alice Cobb, Vice President
JoaLins Australian Labradoodles, Florida, United States
After raising and loving many different dogs and other pets over the years, Alice was drawn to the Australian Labradoodle’s temperament and their amazing personality. Upon retiring from leadership positions in the non-profit sector, she felt she had the time to devote to starting a small, home-based Australian Labradoodle breeding program. With the support of her three adult children, her two grandchildren and her husband, Alice devotes her time to improving this wonderful dog breed through health testing, genetics, and puppy development.
Carolyn DeBar, Vice President
Doodle Around, Montana, United States
Carolyn, her husband and three children fell in love with the Labradoodle breed in 2006. Since developmentally appropriate practices, educational enrichment, and nutritional programs are equally important to babies and puppies, she has found her early childhood degree and philosophies translate directly to advancing the Australian Labradoodle breed. She enjoys learning and applying the latest research while communicating with the breeding community and concentrating on the breed standard.
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Corinne Groth, Corresponding Secretary
Jollity's Australian Labradoodles, Unterageri, Switzerland
Corinne Groth spent her career in the medical field. In 2010, she discovered the Australian Labradoodle, and after extensive research, started her breeding program in 2012, becoming the first ALD breeder in Switzerland. She focuses on enhancing the breed’s temperament, health, and conformation while ensuring excellent socialization for each puppy. For nearly two decades, Corinne has dedicated her passion and energy to breeding. Additionally, she has extensive experience working with dog associations in Switzerland and Germany. She firmly believes that the ALD can be improved and protected through active membership in ethical breed clubs and collaboration with other breeders.
Mia Boivie
Smedstorpet Australian Labradoodle, Vattholma, Sweden
Mia Boivie has been breeding Australian Labradoodles since 2015 and brings extensive professional experience in therapy dog work, canine training, and breed welfare. Having worked as a professional therapy dog handler since 2007, she has developed a strong foundation in canine behavior, temperament evaluation, and the practical application of dogs in healthcare and social settings. Her breeding program is guided by principles of health, sound temperament, ethical responsibility, and long-term breed sustainability. Many of her dogs serve actively as therapy dogs in hospitals, schools, and social services, reflecting a commitment to breeding dogs with both purpose and public benefit.
Dana Filatova
Kismet Labradoodles, North Carolina, United States
Dana Filatova is an Australian Labradoodle breeder, functional laboratory educator, and Doctor of Clinical Nutrition whose work bridges advanced science with ethical dog breeding. With a background in functional medicine and clinical nutrition, she focuses on the connections between genetics, immune health, microbiome balance, and long-term wellness in both people and dogs. Through her breeding program, Dana prioritizes temperament, structural soundness, and immune resilience, raising well-adjusted companions suited for family life, therapy dog training, and meaningful human–animal bonds.
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Gina Fischer
Küstendoodles, Geestland, Germany
Gina has loved all animals all her life and in 2014 she started to work intensively with Australian Labradoodles. She has been running a hairdressing salon for almost 17 years and wanted to take an allergy-friendly dog with her to work. So she decided to breed these wonderful dogs to make this possible for other people. Her passion is raising puppies and color genetics. She has also trained as a certified dog midwife in Germany. Together with her husband and daughter she loves to travel and meet other breeders around the world.
Linda From-Gustafsson
Chillout ALD, Porvoo, Finland
Linda’s love for animals began early in life, growing up surrounded by a wide variety of pets, including the family Labrador Retriever. She got her first dog at 17 and dreamed of working with dogs professionally. She gained hands-on experience working in kennels in Finland and abroad. After completing an MBA, she has worked in finance, while her passion for dogs has remained a constant. In 2021, she welcomed her first Australian Labradoodle into the family, marking the beginning of her journey as a breeder. She is deeply committed to breeding dogs with excellent temperament and health, conducting extensive health testing,
and is especially passionate about dog nutrition as a Certified Canine Nutrition Specialist.
Toni Kyzar
Lantana Labradoodles, Texas, United States
Toni Kyzar's deep compassion for animals, particularly those with a soulful gaze, has been a lifelong passion. As a Guardian of an Australian Labradoodle, Toni was captivated by the depth of the bond that could be forged through connecting with each other's souls, as if the dog were human. When Toni's 30-year career in hairdressing and salon ownership shifted to allow her to focus on her family, this created space for her newfound interest in breeding and raising ALD puppies to flourish. This transition led to the establishment of her own breeding program, where Toni, her husband, and adult children collaborate to craft ALD puppies that bring joy and companionship to other families. Beyond their commitment to breeding, the Kyzar family finds pleasure in bay fishing and snow skiing during their leisure time.
Abby Neill
Northern Ireland Australian Labradoodles, Craigavon, Northern Ireland
Having grown up with dogs and horses, Abby’s work with animals reflects both lifelong passion and professional training. She welcomed her first two Australian Labradoodles while studying at university, which sparked her dedication to the breed. As a BSc (Hons) qualified veterinary nurse, she brings a strong foundation in health, welfare, and responsible breeding to her program. Abby is committed to ethical, transparent breeding and raising well balanced dogs with temperament as a priority. She values educating families and appreciates the opportunity through WALA to connect with like-minded breeders around the world who share a commitment to the breed’s future.
