Daphné with Dog - Katja Koller Photography for Saving Slippers

Live in harmony with your dog

In-person dog training in Mexico City — Condesa, Roma, Reforma & Polanco —
or online, wherever you are.

your dream was to have a chill dog you can share a happy life with.
social, playful, cuddly, ... just a
"Normal" dog, right?

But at this point you're frankly at your wits' end and feeling frustrated and sad because neither you or your dog are having a good time.

You've searched the entire web for answers, tested a bunch of recommendations, but nothing's really working and often the stuff you come across doesn't even feel right.

Yes, you love your dog to bits - but something has to change. Now.

I can help you work the magic

In person or online — real training, real results

Dog training (aka Coaching for Dog Parents how I like to call it) doesn’t have to look one particular way to be effective. Depending on you and your dog, one of these will feel like the obvious fit:

In-person, right here in CDMX
I come to you — your home, your street, your park in Condesa, Roma, Reforma or Polanco — and work with your dog in the real environment where the behavior actually happens. That's especially powerful for reactivity, leash manners, or anything triggered by the chaos of city life: I see it, in real time, and we fix it there.

Online, from anywhere

Everything I do in person, I can also do over video call — with some real advantages of its own:

Personalized, 1-1 attention: Whether your dog needs help as puppy or with behavioural challenges, the program is specifically for you—just as it would be in person.
Convenience meets flexibility: No more rushing to appointments. Train from anywhere, at a time that works best for you, and get ongoing support through video calls, detailed guides, and progress check-ins.
A less stressful environment: your dog behaves differently with you alone versus with a trainer in the room. Online, I'm never an intruder your dog has to adjust to.

Not sure which fits you? We'll figure it out together in our first conversation.

Still unsure dog training even works? I get it! Check out the myths about Dog Training in the FAQs.

Services

My Services

Have a look through my dog training offers - and if you don't know which applies to you, get in touch - we'll figure it out together!

All sessions are held privately in a one on one setting ONLINE from the comfort of your own home.

Saving Slippers Dog Training - Pre Adoption Session

Match Making Session
Pre-Adoption

You've decided now is the right time to have a dog of your own. But which one?! Where from? How old? This pre-adoption session will help you find your perfect match!

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Overwhelmed to Overjoyed
Puppy Program

Get off to an amazing start with your new puppy, and feel confident to guide them in all types of situations you will face now & later! (Without loosing your best pair shoes, or your sanity)

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Saving Slippers Dog Training - Puppy Program

Saving Slippers Dog Training - Behaviour Modification

Tame the Troublemaker
Behaviour Modification

If you have a rescue dog, adult dog or teenager that keeps you up at night, this program is for you!
I can help with with reactivity, fears, stress on walks, and many more issues.

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Gray Snouts Sessions
Senior Dogs

All about helping your senior dog ease into this new life stage.
I'll support you in learning how you can best accompany them and make the most out of their golden days!

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Saving Slippers Dog Training - Senior Dog Sessions

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Daphné sitting with dog - Katja Koller Photography for Saving Slippers

Hi, I'm Daphné

My job is called "professional dog trainer" but really my superpower is to help you as dog parent(s) really understand what's causing all this chaos with your dog and how to get your peace and sanity back.
We'll craft a nice little tool kit of knowledge on YOUR dog's needs, body language, and tailored exercises, so that you can feel more connected to your pup, stop dreading your day to day (and don't have to defend your fur baby in front of family and friends anymore).

Calendly

Shall we chat?

This free 30min consultation is for
you & me to get to know each other, discuss what you'd like to work on with your dog and see if we are
a good match!

No strings attached ;)

SUCCESS STORIES

See what my amazing clients are
saying about their experience

Noemie & Anna

“We adopted Aran when he was 5 months old. Found on the street, he was very reactive to pretty much everything. Daphné stepped in to give us confidence in helping him to adjust, in the right way. She did an impressive work on all of us.

Among the many great things Aran successfully achieved thanks to Daphné’s amazing pedagogy: making him comfortable outdoor (no barking, or reacting to people or other dogs), welcoming people at home without concern, controlling his impulses in general, removing separation anxiety, trusting us.

For us it was about understanding his needs across the different stage of his puppyhood, handling our differences with my partner, deconstructing our beliefs to build up more accurate knowledge about dogs etc.

Daphné is incredible with both doggies and humans. She provides a great follow up after each sessions (priceless!). By working her teachings on a daily basis with your dog, you can only succeed. Eventually you will be willing to take more lessons just to spend extra time with her!”

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Would you wear baby shoes the whole day? 👟👶

Just like you need the right gear for comfort and safety, so does your dog! 🐕💛

Once you’ve ditched the collar (you did, didn’t you?!) using the wrong harness can lead to discomfort, restricted movement, and even injuries.

Here’s what to avoid (and why) so you can make walks safer, more comfortable, and fun for your pup:

✅ Opt for a Y-shaped harness to protect their shoulders and allow natural movement.

❌ Skip step-in, front-clip, or crossing-shoulder harnesses that restrict motion or cause strain.

❌ Say no to collars for walks—protect your dog’s neck and trachea!

Your dog deserves the best, and you can make every walk an enjoyable adventure. 🌿🐾

👉 Swipe through to learn why gear matters!

💬 Send this to a fellow dog parent and make their dog more comfy!! 🤓

#DogWalkingTips #dogharness #YHarness #HappyDogHappyWalk #PositiveReinforcementTraining #dogwellness #dogparenting

“How did you get started in dog training? Like where did that come from?!” @awkwardblacknomad wanted to know during our interview.

So here it is, the excerpt of my origin story 🥰😃

I’ve been there, you guys.

I dove head first into having a dog - cause it’s not that hard, right? 🤗

I faced a bunch of problems early on and felt I was failing the black Lab that I invited into my shared student flat. 🥺

I didn’t know why drove whom more crazy.

I spent hours on the internet trying to figure it out myself. 🔬

I went with her to a group class, and when I saw the lady there yank her around, felt sick to my stomach. 🤢

I didn’t know what to do, but I knew I wouldn’t go back there. 😥

Finally I found a soft way of training, an ethical one that sat right with me - and with her.

I fell in love even more with all things dogs, and decided to become an advocate myself. 🫶

So that less dogs feel fear, and less owners feel lost and sick to their stomachs. ❤️

To not fall back on the whole Black Friday, Cyber Monday sales madness - you get 20% off all my programs until Sunday 8th of December. 👏

Just DM me “Twenty” and we get you set up for your free consultation! 🤓🥰

Shock collars, spray collars, invisible fences, martingales… 😶‍🌫️

These tools might promise quick fixes, but at what cost to your dog’s trust and well-being? 🤔

Plenty of research highlights that aversive tools can increase fear, stress, and aggression in dogs, damaging their trust and emotional health.

For example, a 2020 study found that dogs trained with aversive methods showed more stress signals and lower overall welfare compared to those trained with positive reinforcement. 💔
Long term effects include complete shut down (learned helplessness) and aggression, often without warning.

Your dog deserves better. 🫶

Ethical training rooted in respect and understanding builds trust, not fear. 💡 Ready to make a positive change?

Contact me for effective, science-based dog training that works with your dog—not against them.

Your free consultation is waiting for you 🐶❤️

#forcefreedogtraining #RespectfulDogTraining #BuildTheBond #ethicaldogtraining #professionaldogtrainer #onlinedogtraining

One of the first things I modify with a lot of clients is….. *drum roll *…. 🥁🥁

The length of their leash!!

Walking a dog on the standard 1.5-2m leash? Not my style.

Here’s why I recommend you get a longer one: ☝️

1. More freedom: your dog needs space to explore and sniff as they please, which is essential for their mental wellbeing. 🤗

2. Reduces pulling: dogs have a different walking pattern than we do. When they’re slow, they’re really slow for us. And when they speed up we can’t hold their pace. 1.5 meter doesn’t leave much margin 😉

3. Better communication: you can move into their peripheral vision, indicate direction and speed changes - because your leash should be your instrument for communication! 💬

4. Increases confidence: stuck to you, your dog can’t make their own choices or even mistakes. But only this exploring of their own limits builds a confident personality 🤩

5. Improves training opportunity: Yep, you get many more options to reward check-ins, responding to cues and slowly working towards your dog being off leash! 🥳

Even for city walks, I suggest a 3-5 meter leash (used with common sense 😋). Outside the city 10 meter is ideal.

It’s all about giving your dog the space they need to enjoy their walk and create a great relationship with you. 🥰

Try it out and watch your walks transform!

Follow @savingslippers for more tips about creating harmony with your big city dog 🐶

#dogwalkingtips #dogwalks #dogtrainerlife #onlinedogtraining

More often than not, helping an insecure dog is about more than just treats. 🍪

It’s about listening what our dog is telling us and respond accordingly. 👂

On this walk, these were the signs: sudden stop pauses, tense body, ears directed, half-barks.

Instead of pushing Honey and “getting the walk done”, I paused, gave her space and time to gather information, and finally offered a way out. 🛟

It’s amazing how much of a difference it can make just by reading their body language and adjusting to what they need in that moment. 😍

Treats are great, but they’re not the whole solution.

Supporting our dogs is about understanding their emotions and building trust, one step at a time.

If upper you’re struggling to create a harmonious life with your dog - DM me! We’ll set up a free consultation call ☎️ no strings attached! ☺️

#dogtrainingrevolution #InsecureDogs #BodyLanguageMatters #PositiveReinforcement #CalmDogs #UnderstandingDogs #DogTrainerLife #ReactiveDogs #FearfulDogs

Do you ever find parts on your dog that you ask yourself “What on earth does this do?” 🤔

In today’s edition: The Henry’s Pocket 👛

Not all dogs have it, but all cats do!
Science doesn’t really know what it’s for, but one thing is sure:

Ticks like it a lot and it can be a breeding ground for bacteria 🦠

Just check it every once in a while and clean it gently 🙂

What would you like to have explained? Let me know below or via DM 🤓

Follow @savingslippers for more interesting facts about dogs, training tips and to understand your dog better!

#funfactsfriday #dogfactsdaily #dogtraining101 #dogbodylanguage #onlinedogtraining

How many 🛑 did you count?

And would you have been able to detect all of them in your own dog?

I read you in the comments 🤓

#dogbodylanguage #dogcommunication #dogbehaviourtraining #citydogs #rescuedogtraining #urbanpuppy #puppyoverload

PD: This is in no way to judge or discredit the owner in the video. 📹 You can see that both have a really good relationship, because the dog is patient and never escalates the communication 🥰

If there’s one thing my dog training clients tell me repeatedly, after successfully going through my programs, is that they would’ve never thought they would create such an AMAZING RELATIONSHIP with their dog. ❤️

Because I’m NOT interested in programming your dog like a robot, and giving you dozens of exercises to do.

Not because I don’t know how to do it (I’ve learned it inside out and I’ve used it myself in the past), but because I know that’s not the fastest and also not the most ethical way to your goal. 🚀

My programs are designed for you to understand the dog in front of you. 🤗

Who they really are, how they communicate, what they need to be happy. 🐶

They are made for the people who are in love with their dogs, who want the best for them.
People who want to be able to take the best decisions - long after I’m out of the picture. 🧐

❌ Forget about sensationalistic “Before”/“After” videos.

❌ Forget about training your dog with countless repetitions tons of commands.

❌ Forget about stressing yourself out about dog’s behaviour.

🥳 Start to support your dog the way they need it,

🥳 Start to see your dog trust you more and more.

🥳 Start to build harmony in a soft and sustainable way.

… and see the issues you were facing melting away.

If what you were told, have seen and have heard about dog training so far just doesn’t really resonate with you,

Or if you have tried a few techniques that don’t seem to stick,

And you’re ready to be your dog’s best friend and love in harmony together, you’re absolutely in the right place!! 🙌🤓

DM me the word “CHANGE” and let’s chat - no strings attached - about how I can help you!

#positivereinforcementtraining #happydoghappyme #dogbodylanguage #onlinedogtraining #dogbehaviourmodification

Let’s talk about it! ⬇️

I LOVE when professionals use every tool in their toolbox to help dogs 🧰

I HATE when trainers only focus on commands (aka cues) and treat the dog like a robot 🤖

When building a behaviour modification plan aka a system to support your dog through their challenges, this is what should be the focusing on instead:

- learn to understand them
- create a supporting environment
- become a safe space
- meet their needs
- change their perception and emotions for the better

It maybe doesn’t sound as sexy as “just plug in these words and watch your dog comply”, but I can assure you:

It’s so much more long lasting, ethical, and ultimately FUN to work with exactly who your dog is and what they need, instead of exclusively what you want from them. 😇

The more you know 🌈🦄

Make sure to follow @savingslippers for transparent and ethical training tips … and hot takes 😎

#dogtrainingtip #dogbehaviourtraining #dogtrainingrevolution #dogbodylanguage #dogparenting

Is it too hot outside for long walks? 🥵 Do you feel your dog is bored? 🤨

Here’s an easy DIY solution:

- get a part (1/4 to 1/3) of your dog’s food
- grab a cardboard box 📦
- fill the box with some paper trash, plastic bottles and toys (has to be dog safe and not scare your pup) 🗑️
- put the food in it, mix well 👐
- congrats, you made a magic box!! Now let your dog have fun!! 🤩

Foraging is a natural thing for dogs to do, and a basic need.

Especially if in the city you feel unsafe to let your dog get into anything they want, sniffing and picking up things, this is your new ally 😎

You can swap boxes, put in new things, add treats or surprise chew toys, so the box stays interesting 🥳

This is also a wonderful exercise to help puppy dog build confidence.

Do you feel your dog needs more than just a confidence boost, and they’re struggling with fear and anxiety?

DM me for personalised and ethical dog training 🤓

(From my interview with the awesome @awkwardblacknomad )

#positivereinforcementdogtrainer #puppytrainingclasses #dogbehaviourtraining #dogenrichmentactivities

What fun activities do you share with your dog? 🐕

Dogs are gregarious animals, and they have a strong sense of their social group. 💜

So not having anyone to share your favourite past time with, is sad. 😔

In this video you see dog dad checking out the street together with his dogs - and believe me, they must be thrilled to have him at the window! 🪟

Maybe you’re not in the mood to kill rats, or dive head first into a trash can, but what would your dog like to see you do more of? 🤭

Let me know in the comments, and follow me @savingslippers for more tips! 📝

#dogenrichmentactivities #positivedogtraining #ethicaldogtraining #dogbehaviourtraining #dogparenting #dogdadlife #onlinedogtraining

If you were wondering what to watch these days, I got you!! 🤩🥳

Netflix has published their new documentary “Inside the Mind of a Dog” … and although I was sceptical at first 🤨

It was a really good one to watch! 😃

Also, I might have cried a few times, especially towards the end - but I’m not here for spoilers 🤐

Swipe through the post to see the TOP 5 most important take aways for dog parents. 🫶🤓

(from my perspective as professional dog trainer)

Tell me in the comments: what were your favourite insights from the documentary? 💬

#insidethemindofadog #netflixdocumentary #dogparents #dogbehaviourtraining #onlinedogtraining

It takes you 5 seconds - and will save you a trip to the vet! ❤️‍🩹

If you’re not sure if you can easily stroll the streets with your dog because it’s hot, but not AS HOT outside, always stay vigilant with the pavement. ‼️

Concrete absorbs and stores a lot of heat, and your dogs are basically “barefoot” 🦶🐾

Only if you can hold the back of your hand comfortably for over 5sec on the ground, your dog’s paws are safe from burning. 🔥

If you didn’t know this trick, follow for more and share it so other pet parents can keep their fur babies safe! 🥰

(And yes, obviously you’re right: in this video there’s even more to say about the general heat and time of day not being safe for the dogs at all)

#dogsummer #dogbehaviourtraining #dogbodylanguage #professionaldogtraining #dogparents

Did you know? Using hand signals in dog training can be more effective than just voice cues! 💡

📚 Studies have shown that dogs are naturally better at interpreting visual cues.

It appears that dogs trained with hand signals learned cues faster and retained them longer than those trained with voice alone. 🐶✨

Visual cues are less likely to be misinterpreted, making training more clear and consistent. When dogs were given contradictory information the majority went for the visual (hand) signal.

Do you use hand signals for specific cues? Comment below! 👇

#dogtrainingtips #positivereinforcementdogtrainer #dogparenting #pettrainingtips #happypuppies

“Will my dog be more anxious if I’m anxious?” - science says Yes. 🥼

We already knew our dogs can pick up very quickly and very well on our emotional state. 🧐

No chance to hide any feelings from them!

But how do our emotions make THEM feel?😳

New research suggests if dogs pick up on stress in human breath a or sweat, their feelings are negatively affected and they tend to take more pessimistic choices. 🤯

Now, don’t freak out - you’re not “responsible” for your dog’s emotions. 😮‍💨

Just know they’re very in tune with humans and that big part of helping them, is regulating your own emotions first ❤️

Cause you can’t pour from an empty cup!

If you liked this post, follow me for more interesting facts about dogs, and share with other dog geeks 🐶🤓

#dogfactsdaily #dogbehaviourtraining #puppytraining101 #dogparenting #dogtrainingbarcelona #dogtrainingrevolution

Manipulation? Happens to the best. 🫶😂

Not everything has to be seen through the lens of training, and for sure not through the lens of control and obedience. 🔬

You’re allowed to just have fun with your pup 🥰🥳

#dogtrainingrevolution #funnydogsofinstagram #manipulations #dogmums

Stop playing with your puppy!! 🐶 🛑 ✋

Just kidding! That’s not what I said! 😉

I said “Don’t INITIATE play with your puppy.”

Why? Cause a puppy will match your energy every time and respond to every proposition - always! No impulse control whatsoever. Nada, none, niente. 🤪

And that’s not good for them, because they need a solid 20 hours of rest per day to function properly and to digest the dozens of new stimuli that they’re exposed to every day. 🤓

Of course you can play softly and controlled for a bit with your puppy if they come find you!!! 😍

Just keep it down and treat playing like a “dimmer switch” (wet play soft, then a bit more, oh oops let’s call back down) not like an ON/OFF button (all in craziness or no interaction). 😃

Have you ever seen a balanced adult dog with puppies? Try to mimic them, to become a calm reference for your puppy, not an eternal playmate they end up not taking seriously 🙈

If you need help with your land shark 🦈 - comment SHARK below and I’ll get you info to my programs, and the special offer valid until this Friday 26th of July 😱🤩🥳

#puppytrainingtips #dogtrainingrevolution #puppylife #prouddogparents

Please don’t insult me like this, I beg you. 😳

It’s not your fault this is the first type of person that comes to mind when you hear “dog trainer”. The media has done a great job putting them on the screen of millions, because their sensationalism sells so well. 😒

But don’t let yourself be impressed by “quick fix”, outdated, aversive techniques popularized by “trainers” like César Millan. 😳

That’s the equivalent of how most of our great grandparents were raised. And we all know how great that went. 😬

Good behaviour modification is much like human therapy: gentle, progressive, from the outside often boring looking and with many moving parts - and none of them are “just yanking around a poor dog on a slip leash” 😣

Modern, positive reinforcement methods have been around for quite some time now - make use of them and the people who teach them. 🙌

This way you’re sure that your dog is really being understood, that they learn the ropes in a loving and supportive environment, and neither their physical nor emotional health is compromised! 💜

And that’s what they deserve, right? …. Right!? Exactly. 😌🥰

Train smart, train with love! 💕

And if you need a hand - until Friday you can access my special offer “INTENSIVE SUMMER SESSIONS” 🏖️🌊 for only 79€ to know how to get started, craft a battle plan with me and take action to a happier life with your pup.

Comment “SUMMER” if you want the details 🤓

#dogtrainingrevolution #positivereinforcementdogtraining #ethicaldogtraining #happydogshappylife

Grab your dog - and your spot!! 😃😎🥳

The INTENSIVE SUMMER SESSIONS are here! 📣📣

If you’ve been in the fence of working with a trainer (aka: me 😉) and ready to take some quick & dirty action...

… this is your opportunity! 🥰

All the details are in the post - but spots are limited and on Friday this offer disappears.

DM for your spot - or send this to a friend in need! 🛟

#summerspecials #dogtrainingtip #dogbehaviourist #dogtrainingnearme

This has happened more times than I can count 😅

First session with new clients that are eager to show me how reactive, misbehaved, over the top their dog is, so that I can see for myself what they’re dealing with. 😈

And when I finally get there….

The dog is a sweet baby angel 👼😍

“I swear Daphné, this is not how he usually behaves! I don’t know what’s happening today. You must think we’re crazy….” 😳

Nope, I never think my clients lie to me 😃😉

So what’s going on?

1. I have many years of experience working with dogs, approaching them, reading their body language and communicating with them. Dogs therefore often perceive me differently and relax around me quicker. 😌

2. Dogs that are more sensitive often don’t show themselves like they really are in front of people they don’t yet know well. So what we’re seeing is not “good behaviour” but only inhibition. 🤐

Just like a child would never dare to shout at a stranger, .. but with mum and dad it’s a different story! 👻

This is why for very stressed, sensitive and fearful dog online training can be a much better option 💻

Share with your fellow dog parents if this resonated 🫶🤓

#dogtrainingvideo #dogparents #dogbodylanguage #onlinedogtraining

We think a lot about how our dogs should behave, but not enough how we can *help them* behave “better”. 💭

It all starts with having a good understanding of dog body language and learning how to read your pup 📖

An extract of the wonderful interview with @awkwardblacknomad about dogs, going beyond positive reinforcement training, travelling with dogs and more… 🎤

How about you - do you know for sure when your dog is uncomfortable? 🥴

#dogtraining101 #dogbodylanguage #barcelona #dogparentslife

A lot of advice out there focuses on how to STOP puppies to bite altogether, but this is a big mistake! 🚩

It’s like wanting a baby to NOT crawl. It’s part of their development. 🥸

Puppies will try to grab anything with their mouth to explore and make sense of the world surrounding them. 🌍

So for all of you who want to save their slippers (get it?! 😉😉) here are two important tips that are part of the biting puzzle:

1. Management:
Get said slippers and everything else if value out of reach from your puppy. A dog of only a couple months old can’t understand what is “ok to chew” and what costs 300€ and is absolutely off limits.

2. Provide things to chew:
I know you have a bazillion toys, but what cuts it for puppies is Novelty! New textures, new smells, new taste, new everything. Collect pine cones, sticks, leafs from outside and renew them daily for your pup to chew.

Share this tip if you found it useful! 🤗

#puppytrainingtips #dogbehaviourist #puppybiting #landshark #puppyparents

I’ve said this in a session today: Imagine you love romantic movies and your partner hates them. 🫠

Maybe they can accompany you once every six months to one and “take one for the team” 😑 - but if you force them every few days y into the cinema, your relationship is likely to suffer 😬

(Same goes for your furry friend 🐶)

So before you decide on new activities with your dog:

1. think about if they really enjoy them (body language!!!) and
2. if the activity is in line with what a dog (as species, as breed) would naturally need 💭

And remember: there’s no shame in leaving your dog at home to chill 🥰

Share this with a friend who might need to hear it 🫶

#dogtrainingtip #dogbehaviourtraining #dogparents #barcelona

40 second puppy hack ✨✨

👉 Let your puppy pick things off the floor! 🦴 (whenever it’s not clearly dangerous)

It sounds crazy, but puppies need to explore with their mouths.

Constantly removing items makes them swallow things and lose trust in you.

Trust the process and watch the magic happen! ✨

If you love this tip and want more, comment below and follow me for the series! 🐶❤️

#puppytips #dogtraining101 #puppytraining #dogbehaviour #dogtrainertips

Thinking about adopting a dog? 🐶✨

Before making that big decision, watch this! 🎥

Two days ago, I had a consultation with a couple struggling because their new dog wasn’t getting along with their 6-year-old son.

The key lesson? Knowing what you want and finding the right match. 🧩

Remember, a dog’s genetics and past experiences shape their personality and they can give you a good idea on wether you’re compatible or not 🥰

If you need help or know someone who does, share this video and drop “MATCH” in the comments! 🐕💬

#dogadoption #petparenting #dogtrainingadvice #dogparents #barcelonadogtraining

Does your city dog seem anxious? Too much intense exercise could be part of the problem‼️

Observing your dog for a couple of weeks and noting down their behaviour and anxiety levels after certain activities can help you weed out those that are emotionally too triggering. 😬

Then swap them for relaxing sniffing walks, cuddles and peaceful observing. 🧘🏻‍♀️

Also, don’t forget the tasty chews to help your pup regulate! 🐶❤️

#citydoglife #dogparenting #urbanpup #SniffingWalks #HappyDogs #dogbehaviormodification #urbandogs

Is your dog causing stress with the neighbours? 😬Here are 4 quick tips to restore peace today! ☮️

Watch till the end and let me know which tip you found most helpful!

#dogtrainingtips #neighborlylove #petparenting #dogbehaviourtraining #petadvice #goodneighbours

Vanessa and Zeca were at their wit’s end when we first talked. 😭

Despite working with several dog trainers, reading countless books, and taking a few courses, they felt utterly trapped with their two rescue dogs.

They couldn’t leave the house without their dogs whining and howling within minutes. 🥺

Walks were equally distressing: one dog would lunge and bark at other dogs, men, and kids, while the other shook in fear from the moment they stepped outside. 🫣

Having friends over? Not a chance. It was a barking nightmare. 💥

𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬.

Determined, Vanessa and Zeca swallowed their frustration and decided to trust a new process. 🫶

A few months later, they sent me an ecstatic message that read, “WTH are we doing 5x/week for 2 hours outside without the dogs??” 😅

All fear on walks had vanished, and their dog acted like she never had an issue, even at night. 🥹

They could even have construction workers at home and introduce new dog sitters without any meltdowns. 🤩

A new life? You bet.

𝐒𝐨, 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐢𝐝 𝐰𝐞 𝐝𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲?

1. We debunked common dog training myths and moved away from obedience.
2. We shifted focus from the “bad” behaviors (symptoms) to the emotions causing them (problems).
3. We met specific needs at home to build confidence and well-being.
4. We restructured walks to make them beneficial and enjoyable.
5. We built trust in the relationship by understanding each dog and their body language.

🙏 Look, it’s natural to want to change your dog’s behaviour immediately. But if I could give you one tip today, it would be this:

Listen first, understand them first, be their hero first and drop the catalog of commands you built. 🎈
Start with empathy, and watch the magic unfold.

In many ways, dogs are expected to handle situations that we wouldn’t want / be able to handle as humans. 🤓

For example: being a social butterfly with everyone they meet. 🦋

But an adult dog especially would not often than not hand pick the interactions with they have with dogs and people.

There’s only one problem: the leash and our decisions 😉

TIP: Observe your dog and yourself.
Try to pause before any interaction, and give them an out (change side of the road, turn around, stop until the other has passed), then assess if your dog is more comfortable this way. 🥰

Do you ever wonder if your dog is unsocial? 🤔

📣📣 FREE ONLINE EVENT for anxious dogs 📣📣

Sorry for shouting, but you won’t want to miss this.

My friend Anke over at @soultouchedbydogs has put this gem of an event together so YOU can learn how to live better with your anxious rescue (or not rescue) dog. 🐶

I’ll be joined by 14 other experts to talk about holistic, respectful and ethical ways to ease your dogs entuban reactions. 🥰 (not the “Stop your dog from pulling in 5min” kind of nonsense you see on YouTube..)

Are you coming?? 🤩

⏰ When: 19.02 to 25.02
🎟️ Cost: FREE (what are you waiting for? 🤓)
🔗 Registration: DM me “Summit” and I’ll message you the link!!

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your dream was to have a chill dog you can share a happy life with. social, playful, cuddly, ... just a "Normal" dog, right?

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A less stressful environment: your dog behaves differently with you alone versus with a trainer in the room. Online, I'm never an intruder your dog has to adjust to.

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didn't find what you need?

In-person dog training in Mexico City — Condesa, Roma, Reforma & Polanco —
or online, wherever you are.

your dream was to have a chill dog you can share a happy life with.
social, playful, cuddly, ... just a
"Normal" dog, right?

Match Making Session
Pre-Adoption

Overwhelmed to Overjoyed
Puppy Program

Tame the Troublemaker
Behaviour Modification

Gray Snouts Sessions
Senior Dogs

This free 30min consultation is for
you & me to get to know each other, discuss what you'd like to work on with your dog and see if we are
a good match!

No strings attached ;)