Dog behaviorist in Auderghem

Does your dog react strongly to the slightest noise, pull on the leash or struggle to stay home alone? As a dog behaviorist, I work at your place in Auderghem to observe your dog in his real environment and help him regain calmer behavior. My approach rests on kindness and positive reinforcement, adapted to each dog's temperament.
Nestled on the edge of the Sonian Forest, Auderghem offers a green setting that is ideal for observing your dog in his daily life. I come to you to understand the origin of your companion's behaviors, in his real living environment.

My dog behaviorist services in Auderghem

As a dog trainer and dog behaviorist, I offer the residents of Auderghem, and of certain other Brussels municipalities, two-strand support. Dog behaviorism handles established problems: anxiety, reactivity, aggression, trauma, predatory instinct management, barking and destructive behavior. I specialize in these behavior problems, with concrete solutions suited to each situation.

Dog training, for its part, lays the foundations of a balanced relationship with your dog: recall, leash walking, house training, socialization, sit, wait, stay, among others. Puppy, adult dog or rescue dog, every profile receives individualized support, with a concrete action plan from our very first contact.

I also offer courses for owners who want to deepen their knowledge of dog behavior.

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The area I cover around Auderghem

I come to your home in Auderghem.

Based in Waterloo, I also cover certain municipalities in Walloon Brabant and the Brussels region. I always favor coming to your home or working outdoors, where your dog's behavior actually shows. If you live outside this area, an online consultation remains possible, anywhere in Belgium and beyond.

My approach: positive and kind

Every session rests on positive reinforcement and respect for your dog's pace: no coercion, only observation and rewarding good behavior. Far from traditional methods founded on submission, punishment and threat, I build a relationship of mutual trust with your dog.

My field experience and continuing education allow me to give you a report with concrete recommendations and an action plan adjusted to your companion's real needs, for the best results over time.

They trust me

Average rating of 4.9/5 on Google, for over 3,000 dogs supported in Walloon Brabant and Brussels.
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Victor Baescu
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We have adopted a Bichon half breed from a shelter and despite consistent training he was very reactive and barking while meeting other dogs... Sonia was great in delivering a 2 hours session together with her amazing dog, Simone and we have seen an immediate improvement in our dogs ability to socialize with other dogs... I would strongly recommend Sonia and Simone
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Slivye
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Super ravie des services de Sonia. Sa grande gentillesse, ses conseils précieux, ses explications m ont donné entière satisfaction et tout cela, tout en douceur pour notre poilu . Je conseille à fond: j étais venue pour le démarrage de l éducation de mon chiot . Quelques semaines plus tard, Lulu sait déjà faire beaucoup de choses diverses .Et surtout… séduire Sonia 😃😃
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Farah
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Nous sommes arrivés chez Sonia épuisés, remplis de doutes et de peurs pour l’avenir de notre jeune chien réactif envers ses congénères. La cohabitation n’était plus possible. Là où d’autres nous parlaient d’abandon ou de placement en refuge, Sonia a pris le temps de nous écouter, de comprendre notre situation et de croire en lui… et en nous. Grâce à son accompagnement profondément bienveillant et aux protocoles d’apaisement qu’elle a mis en place, notre quotidien s’est transformé. J’étais à bout et je n’y croyais pas, et pourtant, pas à pas, nous avons retrouvé une vie plus calme, plus stable, et surtout la confiance a remplacé le découragement. Merci infiniment pour ton humanité, ta patience et ton professionnalisme. Ce que tu as fait pour Venom et pour notre famille est inestimable🐾.
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Alejandra Tejera
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Sonia is an amazing behaviourist. She understands dog language and our dog absolutely adores her. Since she has been helping us, our dog is much more confident, better at socialising with other dogs and the bond with us has also grown stronger. We understand our dog’s needs much better. We tried another dog trainer before her, who claimed to be a ‘positive’ trainer, and my husband and I were truly appalled at the amount of bad advise based on domination and fear. Please, be very careful out there. Trainers love to use the word ‘positive’ for marketing reasons and then apply the same old dog training methods of decades ago. Sonia is a TRULY POSITIVE trainer. She understands that dogs are sentient and truly amazing creatures who deserve to be a part of our family and feel loved and safe. Reinforcing those feelings truly works. We are living proof of it. Also, she speaks English wonderfully, so that she will be able to help not only in French, but also in English. If you are in need of help to fix whatever issues you are experiencing with your furry friend, do not look any further. Your dog could not be in better hands!!
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Olga Markarian
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Even before our session Sonia took the time to learn and think deeply about our new puppy and the challenges he was dealing with. When we met, she immediately tuned in to his personality and history, especially after a difficult experience at the breeder and a long recovery from his fracture. Sonia is very knowledgeable and her approach is gentle, insightful, and genuinely reassuring. She gave us practical, thoughtful advice that already helped us understand our puppy's behaviour and needs. You can really tell she loves what she does and has a deep empathy for both dogs and owners, which is especially important when you've had a tough start. Also, a special mention to her wonderful assistant Simone - an absolute delight and a perfect role model for our Ollie. Thank you so much Sonia & Simone!
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Anna Ost.
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Sonia is a very skilled canine behaviourist. She quickly grasps the issues that need to be addressed and is able to propose workable strategies immediately, while being very attentive to your needs and canine wellbeing and breed specifics at the same time. Highly recommended!
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Erik Hellebaut
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J’ai eu ma première rencontre avec Sonia, spécialiste en comportement canin pour mon chien Popeye, et j’ai tout de suite été mis en confiance. J’ai beaucoup aimé son écoute, sa bienveillance et son approche personnalisée. Elle a su cerner rapidement les besoins de Popeye, et je sens déjà que nous sommes sur la bonne voie. Hâte de poursuivre les prochaines séances !
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Van Assche Lenel
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Sonia m’a convaincue que cette approche pouvait être bénéfique et positive pour le chien, et pour moi 😊 ! Moi, qui voyais le comportementalisme pour chien sans trop d’intérêt jusqu’ici. Très belle expérience, Sonia est une personne sensée, très sensible aux bien-être des animaux et de très bons conseils. Fiabilité à 100% !
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Maggie Egan
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I love Sonia’s approach to understanding dogs’ behaviour. Her explanations were very clear & approach to training easily applied. I highly recommend a consultation & opportunity to learn with Sonia.
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Magali Peers
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Je recommande vivement Dog Nanny comme comportementaliste canin. Sonia est très à l'écoute et nous accompagne avec une attitude tout en positivité et bienveillance dans l'éducation de notre chiot. En une séance c'est fou tout ce que l'on apprend comme trucs et astuces, et au lendemain de notre séance et avec la pratique je vois déjà un changement très positif. Bien consciente que "endurance et persévérance" sont les maîtres mots du changement, j'ai toujours la voix solaire de Sonia dans ma tête quand je pars en promenade avec mon chien (et lui pique parfois ses intonations) ;-) Que du bonheur !

FAQ: dog behaviorist in Auderghem

I come to Auderghem itself, but also to Braine-l'Alleud, Rhode-Saint-Genèse, Ohain, Woluwe-Saint-Pierre and Waterloo. For people living further away, an online consultation remains available, anywhere in Belgium and beyond.

My rates vary according to the nature of the problem and the number of sessions needed. They are shared with you clearly and transparently from our first contact, before any commitment on your part.

A dog behaviorist observes your dog in his real environment to understand the origin of a behavior problem, then proposes a concrete action plan and suitable recommendations to restore a balanced relationship between you and your dog.

As soon as you notice recurring signs such as anxiety, aggression, excessive barking, destructive behavior or hyperactivity, it is worth consulting quickly. The earlier the support begins, the more lasting the results.

A veterinary behaviorist steps in when a medical cause or treatment is suspected. As a dog behaviorist, I work in a complementary way, on the training and relationship side, and I can refer you to a veterinarian if necessary.

The first session is used to observe your dog in his living environment, talk about his habits and history, and then give you a report with concrete recommendations and a tailor-made action plan.

This rule describes the first weeks of a rescue dog's adjustment: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn his routine, 3 months to feel fully confident. Appropriate support helps you get through these stages calmly, even though this rule is a generalization and every dog adjusts at his own pace.

Why choose The Dog Nanny Academy à Auderghem

Behind The Dog Nanny Academy, there is me, Sonia Quertenmont, a certified dog behaviorist and trainer, and a professional member of The Pet Professional Guild and the IAABC. Trained at The Victoria Stilwell Academy, an international reference in positive training, I practice my profession with strict respect for animal welfare, in the service of your dog and of you.

If you live in Auderghem, every session takes place at your place, where your dog lives his daily life.
Are you ready to get the harmony back to your family?
For any question or to book an appointment, contact me.
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