We adopted him when he was nine months old. He had missed an important part of his early socialisation, and it showed. He was fearful, easily overwhelmed, and reactive in everyday situations. Walks were tense. Encounters with other dogs felt unpredictable. I often felt unsure of what to do.

I quickly realised that good intentions and love were not enough. We needed structure, clarity, and a safe way to practise.

But finding that kind of environment wasn’t easy. Dog parks were too intense. Regular walks didn’t offer space to work calmly. Training sessions were helpful, but what we needed most was guided practice in real-life situations.

So I started learning, observing Snuf carefully, educating myself about behaviour and communication, and seeking guidance from experienced trainers. Step by step, I began to understand what he needed.

And slowly, things changed.

Snuf is not a “perfect” dog today. He still has his sensitivities. But he is more confident, more balanced, and more able to handle the world than the dog who came into our lives six years ago.

More importantly — I am different too.

I learned how to read him.
How to support him.
How to create calm instead of tension.

That journey is the reason Meet Your Dog exists.

I know how overwhelming it can feel when everyday walks are not easy. I also know how powerful it is when you begin to truly understand your dog and build confidence together.

This is not about fixing dogs.
It is about guiding them and their humans towards more calm, clarity, and connection.