About us

There are two friends behind the Doginist brand — Alena and Ania.

Alena

  • Dog mom to three rescued senior dogs
  • Specialist in dog well-being
  • Dog sitter
  • Based in the Netherlands

Ania

  • Dog mom to a rescued dog Tefi
  • Dog sitter
  • Founder of a dog camp in Krakow
  • Based in Poland

As dog sitters, we have walked many dogs using a variety of leashes and harnesses, and through this experience we have learned what works for the comfort of both dogs and their guardians and what should be left on store shelves. With all our knowledge and hands-on experience, we decided to create our own brand of dog gear and that’s how Doginist began.

Beyond our love for dogs, we’ve spent years working on media projects about dogs’ well-being, covering everything from everyday life to health.

Our leashes are handmade using materials produced in Europe

We have developed our own ergonomic designs to ensure they fit dogs of different sizes and energy levels. When it comes to harnesses, we already know the perfect ones — those made by Haqihana. Our dogs have been wearing them for years, and we genuinely trust Haqihana’s quality. So we are happy to create beautiful sets featuring Haqihana harnesses paired with our own leashes.