Dog Behaviour & Fitness  ·  Warsaw

For dogs of good sense
and uncertain temper.

Behaviour and fitness coaching for dogs in Warsaw. I read the dog in front of me, build a plan around them — and adjust it as they change.

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1000s of dogs' lives impacted 📺 Featured on international television
1000s
Dogs' lives impacted
10 yrs
Professional experience
Certified
Pro Dog Trainer · Absolute Dogs UK
TV
Featured internationally
Warsaw
Based in Poland
Sound familiar?

Your dog isn't giving you a hard time.
They're having one.

Almost every "problem" is a dog asking for help in the only way they know how. Here are some of the most common — you might recognise more than one.

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Pulling & lunging on the lead

Walks feel like a workout you didn't sign up for.You brace yourself every time another dog appears, and your shoulders pay for it.

Anxiety & Energy
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Reactivity & barking

Erupting at other dogs, strangers, bikes.You've started timing walks to avoid everyone — and it's exhausting.

Anxiety & Energy
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Destructive when alone

Chewed furniture, complaints about the barking.You're not lazy and your dog isn't bad — there's just too much unspent energy.

Fitness & Conditioning
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Can't switch off

Endless pacing, whining, demand-barking.Your dog never seems to truly rest — and neither do you.

Anxiety & Energy
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Accidents in the house

Puddles by the door, or in a favourite corner.Once your vet has ruled out a medical cause, indoor accidents are often about stress, routine, or anxiety — and that we can work on together.

Anxiety & Energy
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A frightened rescue dog

Flinching, hiding, frozen by the world.You want to help them feel safe, but you're not sure where to begin.

Rescue Integration
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Slowing down with age

Stiffer, heavier, less mobile than they were.You want to keep your older dog comfortable and moving for as long as possible.

Fitness & Conditioning

You love your dog. You're not the problem — and neither are they. With the right understanding, almost all of this is solvable.

Sense & Flexibility provides behavioural and fitness support, not veterinary treatment. For medical concerns, always consult your vet first — I'm happy to work alongside veterinary care.

The mind-body connection

A walk is a start.
It's rarely the whole answer.

If more walks were the solution, you'd have solved it already. The issue usually isn't the amount of movement — it's the kind.

A lap of the block lets your dog stretch their legs — but it does little for a restless mind. Structured movement that challenges the body and the brain together is what actually shifts anxiety, reactivity, and pent-up energy. That's the difference between tiring a dog out and truly satisfying them — and it's where lasting change begins.

Calmer, less anxious

Enriching activity regulates stress hormones and channels nervous energy, easing the behaviour that surfaces at home.

Longer, healthier life

Weight, joints, and cardiovascular health all benefit from consistent, tailored movement — especially as dogs age.

Better out in the world

A mentally satisfied dog socialises more easily, responds to cues, and stays composed when things get busy.

A stronger bond with you

Working through enriching activity together builds trust. Dogs who engage with their owners feel more connected.

Working with me

It starts with a
free assessment.

Before anything else, I come to you. I meet your dog, understand what's going on, and tell you exactly what I'd recommend — no pressure, no guesswork.

✦ Free with programme booking
Initial Assessment

I'll observe your dog, go through their history with you, and give you my honest read on what's going on. You'll leave with a clear picture of what kind of support your dog needs — and what working together looks like.

Free
when you book a programme
200 zł if not continuing
Book your free assessment ~60 min  ·  Warsaw & surrounding area
Programmes — recommended at your assessment
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Fitness
Fitness & Conditioning

Structured physical activity built around your dog's breed, age, and condition. Builds strength, focus, and the kind of healthy tiredness that makes home life easier.

Good fit if your dog…
Has endless energy with nowhere to put it
Is recovering from injury or getting older
From 100 zł per session  ·  45 min
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Behaviour
Anxiety & Energy Management

For dogs driven by fear, over-arousal, or poor impulse control — and for owners exhausted by it. My most in-depth programme.

Good fit if your dog…
Reacts to other dogs, people, or sounds
Can't settle, or is hard to manage on walks
From 120 zł per session  ·  60 min
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Rescue
Rescue Dog Integration

For newly adopted dogs still finding their footing. Unknown histories and past trauma need patience and a plan — I'll help you build both.

Good fit if your dog…
Was recently adopted from a shelter
Is still adjusting, or has a history you don't fully know
From 100 zł per session  ·  60 min
🏠 25% off with a Warsaw shelter referral
A personal mission

Adopted a rescue?
Let's give them the best start.

Rescue dogs aren't a side project for me — they're the reason I do this. I know how much love it takes to open your home to a dog who's had a hard start, and how daunting those first months can be. That's why I want to make expert support reachable for the people doing that work.

If you adopted from a Warsaw shelter, you'll receive 25% off every Rescue Dog Integration session — my way of backing the cause, and the people who choose to adopt.

🏠 25% shelter referral discount 🐾 Rescue & foster specialist 💛 Built around your dog's pace
"Every rescue dog carries a story. My job is to help them write the next chapter — one session at a time."
— Desi, founder of Sense & Flexibility
The process

Getting started
is simple.

No jargon, no guesswork. Every client follows the same clear path.

01

Book an assessment

60 minutes, 200 zł, credited to your programme. I get to know your dog — their history, their behaviour, and what you're hoping to change.

02

Receive your programme

After the assessment, I recommend the right programme and block size. You get a written summary before you commit to anything.

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Train & see results

Sessions begin at your location or a nearby park. Most owners notice a real difference within the first 4–6 sessions.

Desi, certified dog behavioural analyst, Warsaw
Pro Dog Trainer
Absolute Dogs UK · 2021
About me

Hi, I'm Desi —
and dogs are my life's work.

I am Polish, born in Bulgaria, and raised right here in Warsaw. Eleven years ago I returned to Bulgaria — and what was meant to be a chapter became a decade. Dog homelessness there is overwhelming, and I couldn't look away. I fostered, I rescued, I worked alongside vets and international organisations, and over those years I helped thousands of dogs find safety, health, and a second chance. In August 2024 I came home to Warsaw, bringing everything I learned with me. I've put myself on the line again and again for dogs who had no one — because I believe every dog, whatever their start, deserves a good life.

✓ Pro Dog Trainer — Absolute Dogs UK (2021) ✓ 10+ years in rescue & welfare ✓ 1000s of dogs' lives impacted ✓ Featured on international TV ✓ Foster & rescue specialist
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The real teachers

Meet the dogs behind
everything I know.

Three dogs who arrived broken and gave me a lifetime of lessons. They're all doing wonderfully now — and they absolutely know it.

Baron, a rescue dog wrapped in a blanket
Baron
Age 13 · Senior stunt dog

Baron came to me at eight — a former fighting dog who'd been caged, overfed, and abandoned on the streets. He could barely walk. That was five years ago. Today he gets mistaken for a puppy on a regular basis, and he carries himself accordingly.

Fufi, a happy rescue dog with a toy
Fufi
Age 6 · Reformed troublemaker

My first rescue in Bulgaria — I found him on the streets, close to dying from skin infections. He pulled through, trained up, and went from barking at absolutely everything to barely making a peep on walks. He still has opinions about other dogs, but he's learned to keep them mostly to himself.

Kruszyna, a rescue dog in a pink hat and bandana
Kruszyna
Age 3 · Work in progress (her words)

I found her at a petrol station in Bulgaria, scrapping for every meal. She arrived terrified and reactive — the kind of dog that makes you question everything. Now she's calm at home, confident outdoors, and obsessed with meeting new people. She also looks like a Temu German Shepherd, which I say with complete affection.

Proof that the most difficult dogs are often the most extraordinary ones. 🐾

Happy dogs, happy owners

What people
are saying.

Real results from real clients.

Magda's four adopted rescue dogs resting peacefully together on a red bed
Magda's four — all adopted, all thriving.
4 rescue dogs · Reactivity & palliative care
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Wspaniała i satysfakcjonująca współpraca i pomoc w opiece nad czterema adoptowanymi psiakami z trudną przeszłością i reaktywnością. Otrzymałam istotne informacje, wyjaśnienia i ćwiczenia poprawiające relacje i zachowania mojego "stada". Zachowanie psów znacząco się poprawiło — stały się bardziej zrelaksowane i pewne siebie. Dodatkowo byliśmy wspierani w procesie opieki paliatywnej nad sunią cierpiącą na nowotwór i epilepsję, co pomogło nam bardzo przejść trudny moment. Polecam z całego serca.

Magda
4 adopted dogs with difficult histories · Bulgaria
★★★★★  11/10

Testimonial in original Polish — translation available on request.

Questions

Frequently
asked.

Is this a replacement for veterinary care?
No — and I want to be clear about this. Sense & Flexibility provides behavioural and fitness support, not veterinary treatment. If your dog has a medical condition, always speak to your vet first. I'm happy to work alongside veterinary care, not instead of it.
Do I have to book an assessment first?
Yes — the assessment is the starting point for every client. It ensures I properly understand your dog before recommending any programme. The 200 zł fee is credited toward whatever you book next, so it's not an extra cost.
Where do sessions take place?
I can come to your location anywhere in Warsaw, or you can meet me at a nearby park when the weather allows. We'll discuss the best setting for your dog at the assessment stage.
What breeds and ages do you work with?
All breeds and most ages, including puppies from around 12 weeks and senior dogs. The programme content adapts entirely to the individual dog.
How does the shelter referral discount work?
If you adopted your dog from a Warsaw shelter, you're eligible for 25% off all Rescue Dog Integration sessions. Simply mention the shelter at booking and bring any documentation of your adoption.
My dog is reactive with other dogs — is that okay?
Absolutely. Reactivity is one of the most common reasons people come to me. I structure sessions around your dog's current comfort level — you won't be pushed into group situations before your dog is ready.
What do the written reports actually include?
Depending on the programme, reports include a behavioural observation summary, trigger and comfort mapping, a personalised activity guide, and progress notes. For rescue dogs, I also produce a dog profile document you can share with vets, sitters, or kennels.
Book a session

Ready to start?
Let's meet your dog.

Every client begins with a behavioural fitness assessment. Book yours below — 60 minutes, 200 zł, credited toward your programme.

📍 Warsaw, Poland — home visits & park sessions 📧 hello@senseandflexibility.com 🏠 Shelter referral discount for Rescue programme 🐾 All breeds, all ages welcome
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