ABOUT ME

Hundeschule Ludwigsvorstadt-Isarvorstadt München

Dogs have been part of my life for as long as I can remember – I got my first one at nine years old. Back then, a former police dog handler showed me how effective and lasting training can be when based on trust, clarity, and positive reinforcement. This experience still shapes my approach: dogs never act out of "malice", but due to experience, emotion, or circumstances. A dog can only learn reliably if it understands what's expected, the lesson makes sense to it, and it's free from fear or pain.

After my Abitur, I studied geosciences in Munich and London, and earned my PhD at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. During my time at universities and in industry, I learned to organise complex processes efficiently and implement projects in a structured way - skills that greatly benefit my work with humans and dogs today. My training is based on modern, scientifically grounded methods, always applied with a clear focus on the individual dog.

Rescue dogs, especially livestock guardian dogs, are particularly close to my heart. My own experiences with dogs from domestic and international animal shelters have shown me how vital patience, empathy, and professional expertise are. Finding paths together with owners that suit their dog, and seeing progress in everyday life, is always especially rewarding for me.

Through my training and collaboration with experienced trainers like Julia Hammerschmidt and her team, I have continuously deepened my knowledge and am part of a large nationwide network of professionals in dog training, veterinary medicine, and behavioural therapy. I am certified by the veterinary office as a dog trainer under §11 Tierschutzgesetz (Animal Welfare Act).

It´s important to me to support dogs and their owners in living a harmonious, trusting life together. Dogs mirror us - they teach us patience, mindfulness, and trust. Promoting this connective side of coexistence is at the heart of my work.

MY TRAINING METHODS

gentle

We never force anything.

Only behaviours that a dog offers willingly can become a stable part of everyday life, which is why we train using purely positive methods in a relaxed atmosphere.
individual

The dog decides.

We tailor to your needs and strengths. Every dog and person learns differently and at their own pace—we adapt accordingly.
practical

Training in everyday situations.

To overcome specific issues, we train precisely in the situations and locations where they occur, making it easy to apply and reinforce in daily life.

my
qualifications

I completed my dog trainer course over a year at the renowned training centre of Julia Hammerschmidt and her team, known for their holistic, scientifically grounded approach. There, I received comprehensive training in areas such as learning behaviour, canine body language and communication, problem behaviour, aggression, puppy development, training methodology, behavioural biology, stress management, animal welfare law, counselling skills, and human-dog communication.

This versatile, practical education gave me a deep understanding of dogs' individual needs and expressions - as well as respectful, empathetic interactions with their humans.

Afterwards, I deepened my knowledge through practical work as an employed dog trainer, gaining valuable experience with diverse human-dog teams. I also regularly attended online and in-person further training to keep expanding my expertise and staying current with research.

My professional path culminated in a practical and theoretical exam by veterinarians and specialist staff from the local veterinary office. This certifies me as a dog trainer under §11 Para. 1 No. 8f of the Tierschutzgesetz (Animal Welfare Act) - a recognition confirming my professional qualifications and responsible, modern training approach.