Roles in the Pack - Dogs and Humans
Dog Listener — Human Listener
Helping you understand your dog so both of you can finally relax.
My name is Celest, and I am a certified
Dog Listener.
I have been guiding dog owners since 2013.
I am originally from Denmark and now live in Stockholm, Sweden, where I work with dog owners both locally and online.
Sessions are available in English, Swedish, and Danish.
My work is based on the process of Amichien® Bonding, developed by Jan Fennell — a gentle and powerful approach to understanding how dogs communicate and how we can restore calm and clarity in the pack.
Through this work, I help you understand what your dog may be communicating and how small changes in your own behavior can transform the relationship.
Many of the people who come to me feel they have already tried everything.
My work is for those who are open to seeing their dog — and themselves — from a new perspective.
My Path to Dogs
I got my first dog when I was 20 years old, but animals had already been an important part of my life for many years.
As a teenager, I spent a lot of time walking neighbors’ dogs and helping at a riding school. Being around animals always felt natural to me.
At the same time, I felt a strong sense that my work would involve both animals and people.
My academic path first led me to study Psychology and Communication, where I earned a Master’s degree.
Through this work — and later through two coaching certifications — I developed a deep understanding of human behavior and communication.
Today, this knowledge allows me to guide not only dogs, but also the humans who live with them.
Discovering Dog Listening
In 2013, I discovered the Amichien® Bonding method, developed by Jan Fennell, and trained as a Dog Listener.
It felt like discovering the missing piece.
Through this method, I was finally able to understand how dogs experience the world and how they communicate within the pack.
One of the most meaningful experiences for me was helping my Ridgeback overcome her fear of loud noises — something we had struggled with for almost ten years.
With the principles of Amichien Bonding, she was able to relax within six months.
Since then, this approach has helped me guide many dogs and their owners through situations such as:
fear of loud noises
stress after rehoming
pulling on the leash
a shy dog who had bitten a person
separation issues
challenging dog-to-dog encounters
reluctance to go on walks
But the biggest change of all was something deeper.
I began to truly understand my dog.
Understanding the Dog’s Perspective
Dogs experience the world differently than we do.
They live through instinct, awareness, and communication within the pack.
They are constantly sending signals — through body language, movement, and behavior.
Much of this communication happens silently.
Learning to recognize and respond to this language can change everything.
When we understand how dogs perceive their environment and their role in the pack, many behaviors begin to make sense.
And when the human becomes calm, clear, and responsible for the environment, the dog can finally relax.
Working Together
If you would like guidance in understanding your dog and creating more peace and clarity in your relationship, you are welcome to start with a private consultation.
A 30-minute dog consultation on Zoom allows us to explore your situation and begin interpreting what your dog may be communicating.
Session length: 30 minutes
Price: $95