Birgit
Temperament Tester SKG, Search Dog Handler RCMP, Dog Trainer VETA ZH, Writer, and Speaker
About
Dedicated
Birgit is dedicated to training that is ruled by ethics, a training system that is not only humane, compassionate, and reliable, but is also based on the latest scientific studies.
Educated
This form of training constantly incorporates the most reliable scientific findings, and furthers an evolutionary progress toward a more harmonious relationship between humans and their dogs.
Dogfluencing
As you may have guessed by now, Birgit loves dogs! The love she has for our canine companions is the very reason behind her business and her services. She stands for the term Progressive Reinforcement Training and an ethical way of training dogs that involves no form of physical or psychological intimidation.
Experienced
Birgit has more than 30 years of experience, competing in obedience and tracking, as well as training and handling of detection dogs. She completed her education as temperament tester with the Swiss Kennel Club SKG and apprenticed with Assistance Dog International ADI, learning from and working with guide dogs, service dogs as well as therapy dogs. Birgit then became supervisor of the puppy early education program at Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society, and started her own business.
Licensed
After returning to Switzerland Birgit started her dog training services in 2015. She is an approved Dog Trainer by the Veterinary Inspection Office of the Canton of Zurich (VETA ZH-HAB-0622-240814), and a NHB specialist, certified by the Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (BLV).
Speaking
Canine Olfaction and Detection Science Conference at FIU in Miami, Florida.
2023
Conference “SAR canines in disaster response”
2019
4th Symposium for olfaction in working dogs
2018
Writing
How to install a puppy
May 2022
Carnivore means Meat Eater?
Pets Life Magazin
May 2013
DON’T TAKE HER WORD FOR IT
Browse her site and see for yourself what makes her special. Join-in to have fun with your dog,
and create the foundation for a life-long relationship based on
mutual trust and respect.
From canine communication to Leadership – this is a life-changing training you won’t want to miss.
Get in touch
Birgit is always available for side collaborations and talks worldwide.
If you want to chat about anything canine, don’t hesitate in reaching
out.
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