Meet Kai, Inge Pauwels’ therapy dog, trusted companion and four-legged colleague. Together, Kai and Inge help children and adults feel safer, build confidence and discover the powerful connection between people and animals.
A calm presence when words are not enough
Kai supports Inge during coaching sessions, practical training days and activities for children who are afraid of dogs. His calm and authentic presence gives people the space to observe, connect and take small steps at their own pace.
Kai never replaces a qualified professional. He works alongside Inge as part of carefully guided animal-assisted activities, with respect for the needs, boundaries and wellbeing of both people and animals.
From schools to care homes
As a therapy animal, Kai visits schools, libraries, residential care homes and other organisations. Each setting is different: sometimes his role is to help create calm, sometimes to encourage interaction, and sometimes simply to bring warmth, curiosity and joy into the room.
Kai on tour
Kai also travels with Inge for professional events, practical training days and educational activities in Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain and beyond the European Union. Their international adventures show how the human–animal bond can cross languages, cultures and borders.
Follow Kai’s adventures
Follow Kai behind the scenes: his work, travels, quiet moments, new friendships and the lessons he helps us discover along the way.
The Kai therapy dog collection
Kai’s story is growing into a collection of meaningful gifts and educational products. The collection is designed to share messages of courage, connection and kindness while supporting the wider work of therapy animals.
Would you like to meet Kai?
Would you like to invite Kai and Inge to a school, library, care organisation, professional event or practical training day? Contact Animal Reflection to discuss what is appropriate and possible for your organisation.