Therese Welander
Dog behaviorist & dog groomer | Founder of Klicka Hunden & Hundosofen
We are honored to present Therese Welander as a In-Person Speaker and our Friday Live Action at the Dog People Evolution Conference 2025.
Are you ready to revolutionize your approach to dog grooming? Join us at Skytteholm in Stockholm May 30th at our Friday Live Action and witness Therese Welander as she tackles 'Handling fear at the grooming table'. Beyond practical techniques, Therese will delve into the human side of grooming, exploring the emotions and challenges involved in handling dogs with fear. She'll share her own personal journey and experiences, revealing how she has evolved as a dog person. Discover invaluable insights into creating a stress-free environment for even the most anxious dogs. Don't miss this opportunity to discover how you can transform your grooming practice into a more fear free and holistic experience for both your dog and yourself. Read more about Therese below.
More About Therese
Therese Welander is a highly experienced and dedicated Dog Behaviorist and Dog Groomer who specializes in helping dogs with challenges in the grooming salon. Through her work, she has transformed the grooming experience for countless dogs, fostering a sense of calm and confidence.
"Re-ginners"
Her approach is deeply rooted in understanding dog behavior and empowering owners, and she provides invaluable insights into why dogs react as they do and allows owners to witness their dog's progress during grooming sessions. She affectionately refers to these dogs as "re-ginners," emphasizing her commitment to creating positive new experiences.
Holistic approach & Building Trust
Central to Therese's philosophy is her holistic approach to each dog's needs. She prioritizes respecting each dog's individuality and restoring their sense of control.
Building trust and fostering strong relationships with both dogs and their owners is paramount. By working collaboratively, Therese and the owners enhance the dog's self-confidence and the owner's self-esteem, ensuring a positive and empowering experience for all.
Therese is a Fear Free Certified Professional, demonstrating her dedication to providing stress-free grooming. She also shares her expertise by educating dog groomers across Sweden on creating harmonious grooming environments through voluntary handling techniques.
More Facts
Klicka Hunden:
Therese operates "Klicka Hunden," which offers a unique "flockdagis" (pack daycare) where dogs socialize with people and other dogs in a group setting.
Hundosofen:
She also runs "Hundosofen," an educational platform where she and guest lecturers teach dog owners and professionals about voluntary handling.
Harmonisk Hundsalong:
Therese is an educator for "Harmonisk Hundsalong" where she educates professional dog groomers in voluntary handling in practice, to help dogs that doesn´t like to visit the groomer.
Qualifications:
Therese is a qualified and certified dog instructor, dog daycare manager, dog behaviorist (formerly dog psychologist), and dog masseur.
Social Media Presence:
She is active on social media, sharing valuable content:
YouTube: Her channel focuses on dog behavior, communication, and how to create positive grooming experiences, especially for anxious dogs.
Instagram: Everyday life at the dog daycare, shop and dog grooming business
Facebook: Everyday life at the dog daycare, shop and dog grooming business
Tiktok: Everyday life at the dog daycare, shop and dog grooming business