Our Hall of Fame
Every dog has a story worth telling. Explore these journeys of trust, patience, and the powerful transformations that happen when we lead with empathy.
Roet: Learning to Relax
Roet, a rescue from Romania, was hesitant to trust people. Once she settled in at home, she employed herself as the neighbourhood police; no one was allowed to come close, move or change anything (e.g. cars were not allowed to turn on their engine). Her parents were able to teach her that they are in charge of with the situation, allowing her to finally relax.
Nova: Finding Balance in Puberty
Nova’s big teenager emotions often led to her taking charge. By focusing on emotional regulation and a calm, fair response, her owners built a bond that turns chaotic moments into opportunities for connection.
Frankie: The Art of Observation
Once reactive to every stranger, Frankie learned to observe the world without the need to bark. Clear communication and understanding his subtle body language were the keys to a quieter home life.
"I finally have faith again that Roet will be fine :)
I have passed 5 people on quite a small dune path. Also people approaching right around the corner on the street in front of our house. She usually would've reacted. She didn't!"
— Melle & Roos
“I really enjoy learning how to read Frankie. We are learning new things together and our communication is finally working.”
— Marco & Deepa
"Crazy how it only took minor changes in our walking routine to get Shadow excited about walks again."
— Bernard
Stories of Connection
Hear from others who have transformed their relationship with their dogs.
"We’ve been training with Clara for a while now with our 1-year-old VEO Shepherd Nova (right in the middle of puberty…), and the progress Nova has made is honestly amazing.
What really stands out about Clara is how well she understands dog psychology. She doesn’t just look at the behavior, she explains why a dog does something and how you as an owner can respond in a calm and fair way. That made a huge difference for us. Her guidance is always very clear, practical and easy to apply in daily life.
Clara is also just a very kind and empathetic person to work with. She creates a safe learning environment not just for the dog, but also for the owner. You never feel judged, only supported.
We’ve seen Nova grow more balanced, focused and confident thanks to her coaching, and we’ve learned a lot ourselves too. I would highly recommend Clara to anyone who wants to better understand their dog and build a stronger bond."
— Rayta
“We have been practicing the past few days and it has been a game changer! We had people working in the house, Otje was worried but a lot less than I expected - no barking, no running around. I am impressed!”
— Renske