EVERYDAY SKILLS
Living well together
Relaxed walks, coming back when called, greeting visitors, keeping four paws on the floor and establishing clear routines at home and outside.
Home/ Dog Training & Education
Personal support for dogs and their people
Working together towards ahappier everyday life.
A well-mannered dog doesn't have to know every command. What matters is living well together: relaxed walks, welcoming visitors and understanding one another. We help you build useful skills from the start, and support you when things don't go to plan.
Explore the programmes
Preventing problems and offering support
Good manners are about more than 'sit' and 'down'.
Walking together without constant pulling. Passing other dogs calmly. A doorbell that doesn't cause chaos. A dog who learns to settle, doesn't jump up at visitors and can share a home with other animals.
These are the skills that make everyday life enjoyable.Teaching desirable behaviour from the beginning is often easier than changing habits that have become established.That's why we're happy to help before difficulties arise.
And if you've been struggling with something for months, you're just as welcome. You don't have to wait until you're at your wits' end to ask for help — and if you are already there, you don't have to work it out alone.
From the first foundations to challenging situations
How can we help?
Whether you have a young puppy, an adolescent going through a difficult phase or an adult dog in need of a fresh start, we look at what you need in everyday life.
CALM AND CONFIDENCE
Space to unwind
Learning to settle, cope with stimulation, new situations and uncertainty, and gradually build up time home alone.
WALKS AND ENCOUNTERS
Calmer outings
Passing dogs and people, working through barking, frustration, overexcitement or reactive behaviour, and practising in suitable environments.
CHANGES AT HOME
Finding their place in the family
Living with children, cats or other pets, and support during changes to family life or the home environment.
Support for the person behind the dog, too
You don't have to figure everything out on your own.
Perhaps you're wondering whether a behaviour will resolve itself. Perhaps you've tried everything and no longer have the energy to start again. Or you know what you'd like to practise, but struggle to keep it up alongside work and family life.
At Hondersteuning, there's room for those questions and feelings. We consider not only your dog's behaviour, but also what's realistic for you. It's okay to say something is difficult, that you're unsure or that you don't know what to do next.
Our aim is to make training manageable and enjoyable again — for both of you.
Welfare, clarity and realistic expectations
Positive training, with fair boundaries.
Your dog's welfare comes first, without overlooking the owner's emotions and circumstances. We use reward-based training and set clear, predictable boundaries without using fear or pain as training tools.
UNDERSTAND
What is the behaviour telling us?
We explore what your dog is communicating, which emotions or circumstances may be involved and whether any needs are going unmet.
ADAPT
What can you reasonably expect?
We tailor exercises to age, experience, capacity and surroundings. If a step is too big, we make it smaller. When your dog is ready, we build on it.
PRACTISE
A clear, achievable approach
With suitable rewards, clear communication and small successes, we develop skills that work beyond the training session.
KEEP GOING
Making it work in real life
We review what works and adjust the approach when needed. The aim is lasting progress, not perfection.
An extra pair of experienced hands
Sometimes it helps when we lay the groundwork.
When a dog has been pulling, barking or reacting for a long time, training can be emotionally and practically exhausting. You have to read your dog, assess the environment, choose the right moment and stay calm yourself — all at once. That's a lot to ask.
That's why our extended programme also includes sessions where we work directly with your dog. We build the foundations in carefully chosen situations, then help you take over those skills.
This extra support can also help when time is limited.Not because you can't do it, but because you don't have to do it all alone.You remain involved: ultimately, the new skills need to work when you're together, too.
Not a standard lesson, but a tailored plan
How we work together.
We start by getting to know your dog, your daily life and your goals. From there, we create a plan that fits your circumstances.
PREPARE
Questionnaire before we meet
Tell us about your dog's background, health, routines, home environment and behaviour, as well as your questions and expectations.
GET TO KNOW YOU
Comprehensive assessment
We allow approximately 90 minutes for discussion and observation, preferably in your dog's familiar surroundings.
PERSONALISED PLAN
Practical next steps
You'll receive a written training and support plan with achievable goals, practical exercises and recommendations.
TRAIN AND REVIEW
Practise and adjust
We train together or partly work directly with your dog, monitor progress and discuss what you need to continue independently.
Good to know:the comprehensive assessment and personalised training plan are included in both programmes. If there may be a medical cause or a need for specialist veterinary behavioural care, we recommend appropriate assessment or referral.
Clear arrangements
Programmes & pricing
Two ways to build the same foundations: professional guidance while you train, or additional sessions where we take the lead.
Personal Guidance Programme
€ 495
For owners who want to train actively themselves with a personalised plan and professional support.
- Comprehensive pre-assessment questionnaire
- Approximately 90-minute assessment and observation, preferably at home
- Personalised written training and support plan
- 3 individual 60-minute sessions with dog and owner
- Limited WhatsApp support between sessions
- Progress review and recommendations for next steps
Hands-On Training Programme
€ 795
For owners who want to stay involved but would appreciate us establishing some of the foundations.
- Everything in the Personal Guidance Programme
- 3 additional individual sessions where Hondersteuning trains directly with your dog
- Practice in relevant everyday environments
- Coordination between our training and your own exercises
- Support with transferring and maintaining new skills
- 6 training sessions in total:3 with the owner and 3 directly with the dog
All prices include VAT. The assessment and training plan are included. We agree the scope and availability of WhatsApp support and any travel arrangements in advance. Additional sessions or longer-term support can be arranged. Results depend on the dog, circumstances and practice between sessions; specific behavioural changes cannot be guaranteed.
What's right for you?
Follow-up support when needed. Not as a matter of course.
Some owners can continue independently after the programme. Others need more time or guidance. We discuss openly what's going well, what remains difficult and which next step makes sense.
That might mean an extra training session or follow-up programme. Sometimes more intensive support is appropriate. If residential training (Board & Train) is available at a suitable, authorised location, we can discuss that option too.
Sometimes a dog's needs and a family's circumstances turn out not to be a good match. In that case, we can help explore rehoming support without judgement.The wellbeing of both dog and owner remains our priority.
More calm, confidence and enjoyment
What would you like to work on with your dog?
Whether you want to prevent problems, build new foundations or tackle something you've struggled with for a while, tell us what's happening. We'll help you find a suitable first step.
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