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Coaching & Consultations

Every dog has their own unique story—and that is exactly where we begin. Our consultations are individually tailored to your dog’s specific needs, practical in design, and structured so that you can integrate the concepts directly into your daily life. Whether you want to make your dog’s everyday life more enriching, prepare for stress-free vet visits, or develop Cooperative Care from the ground up—we are here to guide you step by step.
 

We place great importance on sharing knowledge in an understandable way and through manageable steps. However, sustainable success requires your active participation and a commitment to implementation: real change happens during the daily life you share with your dog, not just within the consultation hour.

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Our Areas of Expertise

  • Enrichment / Husbandry

  • Cooperative Care: Addressing fear and stress regarding veterinary or grooming procedures

  • Essential Life Skills: Building reliable foundations (sit, down, mat training, etc.), recall, and polite daily manners.

  • Empowerment: For fearful and insecure dogs

  • Bonding & Relationship Building


Fees
CHF / USD 25 per 15 minutes (we do offer financial support to those in need, don't hesitate to ask)
 

Initial Consultation

The first session is scheduled for 90 minutes to ensure a comprehensive start.

 

Tailored Resources

To guarantee the long-term success of our work, you will receive specialized material customized to your specific needs following each appointment.

 

DOGLi App

As essential parts of these resources are provided via the DOGLi app, we recommend a yearly subscription in addition to the consultation fees. This ensures you have 24/7 access to all in-depth materials and supporting content.


Consultation Format

  • Online via Zoom or Google Meet: Available worldwide in English or German (subject to time zone compatibility).

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  • In-Person: Available within the greater Sacramento, California (USA) area.
     

Our Ethical Foundation
Our work is guided by Prof. David Mellor’s “Five Domains Model of Animal Welfare,” the current gold standard in animal welfare science. This approach ensures that we give equal weight to every aspect—from physical health and environment to emotional well-being. We optimize your dog’s entire world to best meet their individual needs, enabling a balanced and truly fulfilled life.

The 5 Domains of Animal Welfare David Mellor
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