Our philosophy
Listening and empathy
Our canine educational philosophy is based above all on kindness, mutual understanding, and respect for the dog as a unique being. We firmly believe that education should never be a source of stress or conflict, but rather a moment of exchange and connection. Every dog, like every owner, has their own history, character, and specific needs: that is why we prioritize a personalized approach, adapted to each situation.
For us, dog training is much more than just learning commands or correcting behaviors: it is about establishing a relationship of trust based on clear communication and the dog’s motivation. We use gentle, respectful, and effective methods, highlighting positive reinforcement, avoiding the use of unpleasant stimuli, and without any coercive methods.
No framework? No "no"?
This does not mean, however, that we do not have a framework or that we do not set clear boundaries. A consistent framework is essential for the dog to feel secure and understand what is expected of them. We do not avoid triggers, as they are part of the dog's reality, but we never place the dog in a more difficult situation than necessary. On the contrary, our approach, particularly in rehabilitation, is based on always setting the dog up for success so that they are constantly in a phase of progress. Because as soon as their emotional state is no longer respected, regression sets in during the educational process.
A real team!
We therefore encourage owners to become attentive partners, to observe their dog, to understand its emotions and signals, in order to anticipate situations and act appropriately. Education is a continuous, evolving process that is part of daily life, not just a few sessions. It is a shared commitment that aims to offer our companions a balanced, fulfilling, and harmonious life.
Finally, our approach integrates the dimensions of the dog's mental and physical well-being, by taking into account its specific needs, whether it is a puppy, an adult, or a dog in a particular situation (stress, fears, behavioral issues). Each step is an opportunity to strengthen the bond, progress together, and discover the richness of the canine world from a positive and respectful perspective.
To conclude, we retain this essential sentence:
"Positive reinforcement works with all dogs, but not all humans."
Meet Our Team
Dedicated professionals committed to your success
Sacha
Dog trainer
For over 5 years, Sacha has been helping dogs and their owners. After training in various centers and with several professionals, he launched his career in dog training. At the same time, he is training with the Redog association for human search and rescue, accompanied by his dog, Joy.
Victoria
Early childhood educator in training
Victoria is a dog trainer in training. Coming from a background in early childhood education, she has developed an approach based on observation, patience, and guidance—skills that share many similarities with working with dogs. She is currently actively training to become a canine professional.
Joy
2.5-year-old female dog colleague
A former security dog with a significant history of aggressive reactivity towards humans and other dogs, she now lives a fulfilling life and accompanies Sacha during certain classes. You may have the opportunity to cross paths with her. She is currently training in search and rescue with the ReDog association.
Lucky
2-year-old dog
Lucky is a mixed-breed dog originally from Mauritius. Coming from a difficult background of abuse and deprivation, he initially showed aggressive reactivity towards humans and other dogs. Today, thanks to gradual progress, he is doing better and better and has learned to tolerate his environment in order to live safely within our society.
Nina
2-year-old female dog
Nina is a dog found in Bulgaria in a state of great distress, abandoned, starving, sick, and left to fend for herself. After regaining her confidence in life, she has been accompanying the Seconde Patte team for over a year now during classes and rehabilitation sessions.
