Meet Your Guide
I’m here to help you feel supported, seen, and confident — as a new dog owner, and as yourself.
Here’s a Bit About Me: What I Do & Why
Dreaming of having your very own furry snuggle buddy but you have been too overwhelmed and have no clue where to start? Well, that’s where I come in 😀
I’m Nathalie, a lifelong dog enthusiast and owner, and your soon-to-be guide on the exciting journey to dog ownership. Whether you’ve been dreaming of having a dog for years or just recently decided to welcome a four-legged friend into your life, I’m here to make that transition as smooth and joyful as possible.
Growing up, my best friends had four paws and wagging tails — in case you’re interested, our first family dog was a Bouvier des Flandres. That friendship taught me the incredible bond and happiness a dog can bring into our lives.
But growing up and getting more dogs, I also remember the overwhelming process my family went through to find the right dog — a whirlwind of breed research, training tips, and endless opinions from well-meaning friends and internet forums — well, the latter was for later dogs because, you know, born in the 80s 😅.
I have learned a lot from years of having dogs in the family while growing up.
Over the years, I have figured out a big problem among dog owners: wrong choices!
Have you ever experienced, with family, friends or just in your neighbourhood, out of control dogs? Excessive barking, hyperactivity, destroying furniture, just to name 3 things…that is usually caused by people not being able to provide what their breed needs.
Many people take a dog because “it’s a cute one” or because they are dead set on a specific breed — e.g. when Disney’s 101 Dalmatians remake came out in 1996, they were purchased by people everywhere!
Yet they get a breed that does not suit their lifestyle.
“Don’t take a Husky if you’re a couch potato!”
If you pick a breed that is not compatible with your life(style) this will cause problems that snowballs: eventually, the dog will start to display unwanted behaviour, like being destructive or excessive barking, causing much stress on the dog, the owner(s) and potentially neighbours.
When this happens, a dog owner has 3 options:
1. Ignore it —> which means continuous stress on everyone, including the dog.
2. Dump the dog —> when things become too much, many people will, sadly, dump their dog in a shelter.
3. Fix it (or try) —> this usually means with the help of a dog trainer, which will cost you time, money, energy, and patience.
Have you caught on to the heart of it yet?
Making the right choice from the start — especially when it comes to breed compatibility — can prevent so many common issues. The wrong match can lead to frustration, behavioural challenges, and a heavy toll on your time, patience, energy, and even finances.
I’ve spent years learning, researching, and taking courses on dog behaviour. Now, it’s my mission to simplify the “getting a dog” process for others — especially when it comes to making that all-important first decision: choosing the right breed.
I believe everyone deserves a dog that fits beautifully into their life — including my fellow neurodivergent friends, who might need extra support navigating the mountain of information out there because believe me, I get it.
When the match is right, the result is powerful: years of love, connection, and mutual understanding.
Your Path to the Perfect Pup
1. Tell Me About Yourself
We’ll start with a fun and insightful consultation — online or in person. Together, we’ll go through a checklist to help me understand your lifestyle, routines, needs, and what you’re looking for in a canine companion.
2. Sit Back and Relax
With your information in hand, I’ll dive into the nitty-gritty — researching breeds, temperaments, energy levels, and care requirements. My goal? To find breed matches that suit you.
3. Your Personalised* Doggie Report
You’ll get a clear, personalised report with top breed matches, helpful tips, and answers to any questions raised during our consultation.
4. EmBARK (get it? 😋) on Your Adventure
With your personalised* guide in hand, you’ll be ready to welcome your ideal dog with confidence. I’m here for ongoing support — even after you’ve received your report.
* Whether you get a personalised or generalised report depends on the service package you choose. A ‘Full Consultation’ package get you personalised breed recommendations. A ‘Short Consultation’ package gets you more generalised breed recommendations. If you decide, later on, you want personalised breed recommendations, you can choose the ‘Upgrade’ package.
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