Claudia…

Hi, I’m Claudia – Co-Founder and Trainer at DOG DEN.
My love for dogs started long before I knew training would become my calling. As a kid, I was endlessly curious about breeds, traits, and behavior. At 12, my dad gifted me my first German Shepherd, Invader. He was my once-in-a-lifetime dog — happiest outdoors, swimming, hiking, or chasing his ball like nothing else in the world mattered. His passing in 2023 was devastating, but it marked the beginning of a new chapter.

Not long after, Loki came into my life — a bold, all-black Shepherd who pushed me to grow as both an owner and a trainer. Wanting to do right by him, I immersed myself in learning. That passion led me to work at a professional training facility, where I fell in love with helping people and their dogs find confidence together.

Over the years, I’ve worked with a wide range of dogs, from puppies needing foundations to adults with complex behavioral challenges. A highlight of my journey was training Loki through his certification in Explosive Detection — an experience that taught me discipline, patience, and just how much potential lies within a dog when given the right guidance.

At DOG DEN, I bring that same dedication to every dog I work with. While I have a soft spot for shepherds and guardian breeds, what excites me most is that no two dogs are ever the same. Each one teaches me something new, and each one deserves the chance to thrive. My mission is to help dogs and their humans build trust, structure, and joy together — because when that bond clicks, it changes everything.