Dog training and behavioural guidance from Koewacht
Feeling uncertain or powerless because of your dog's behaviour? You are not alone. Together we clarify what your dog needs and find practical steps that move both of you forward.
Based in Koewacht and active throughout Zeelandic Flanders and East Flanders.
Without judgement
Your dog may pull, struggle to settle, become overwhelmed or react fearfully. Meanwhile, the internet offers hundreds of conflicting solutions.
Feeling overwhelmed is a normal response. Nearly every dog owner has felt this way at some point.
We first understand what is happening, then turn that insight into manageable steps that fit your daily life.
Kira came to me as a puppy, grew up in a safe environment and was well socialised. Yet she still found it difficult to release stress and settle.
She taught me that behaviour does not only come from trauma or upbringing. Biology, sensory processing and character matter too.
That is why I look at the whole dog, the owner and the relationship between them. The goal is not obedience for its own sake, but a balance that allows you to move forward together.
No generic schedule, but insight and practical steps tailored to the dog, owner and real life.
For dogs that struggle to settle, experience stress, react fearfully or pull on the lead. We investigate what lies behind the behaviour and how you can guide your dog.
€35 per half hour
The first session usually takes one to one and a half hours.
Discuss your question →From choosing a breed that fits your life to visiting the litter and supporting you during the important first weeks at home.
€25 per half hour
Includes a visual report, personal tasks and short WhatsApp follow-up.
View the Dutch service page →You do not need to see the entire climb yet. First we make the route and the next stops visible.
Tell me briefly what is happening.
Share information about your dog and situation.
A personal conversation and observation lasting 60–90 minutes.
Receive a clear report with practical exercises and milestones.
Send short questions or videos. I aim to reply within two days.
Guidance is successful when you have the insight, practical tools and confidence to continue without me.
Only intervene clearly when human or canine safety truly requires it.
I believe in guidance and rewards that protect the bond with your dog.
You do not need to train twenty-four hours a day to move forward.
Thanks to you we understand Rocky's behaviour much better, and we're learning how to handle it too. You're so pleasant to work with — time flies by.
Rocky's owner
Explains everything with endless patience until you really get it — and then once more. I've learned so much about noticing the small signals from my dog.
Kane's owner
Tell me what is happening. Together we will decide what you and your dog need first.
Send your question via WhatsAppPrefer email? info@pawsitivesteps.nl. I aim to reply within two days.