Dogs in adolescent development

Theory lesson for a better understanding of and handling with young dogs.

 

Dogs go through various stages of development in their lives. Adolescence is a very intense phase in which the brain and hormones can sometimes throw dogs off track and turn the everyday life of both the dog and its owner upside down.


This theory lesson highlights the physical changes that influence a dog's behavior and provides dog owners with many eye-opening insights on this exciting journey through a dog's adolescence.


Participation is possible online or on-site in Mettmenstetten.

registration

Registration deadline 25.10.2025

Study goals

  • Understanding the reasons behind physical and mental changes
  • Determining the effects on training and everyday life
  • Learning practical recommendations and exercises for dealing with young dogs

Seminar Details

target audience:

Anyone who has a young dog (5–36 months old)

location:

Seminar room Mettmenstetten or online

expenses:

60.00 Fr.

course places:

12 course places without dog

course administration

Mumi Schenk-ILL

With many years of experience managing international customer service teams and a solid education from a management school, I now build on strong leadership skills as the owner and managing director of Hundeschule fairtrain GmbH. Goal-oriented work — even under pressure — is a given for me.

 

Working with diverse human-dog teams is a welcome challenge. My analytical and solution-focused thinking, combined with great patience and passion for both dogs and their humans, forms the foundation of my behavior consultations, individual coaching sessions, and group trainings.

 

Dogs from animal shelters are especially close to my heart. That is why I regularly volunteer for a large Swiss animal welfare organization and support various shelters abroad once a year. My work as a trainer with shelter dogs requires extensive knowledge, empathy, and experience — qualities I have developed through years of practice.

 

Currently, I am undergoing training in canine gait analysis as well as advanced studies in behavior counseling.

With our own shelter dog, we are still working on basic training, reducing arousal outdoors, and addressing his challenges with men and children.

 

Availability: Monday to Friday

Trainer recognised by The International Professional Association of Dog Trainers (IBH) 

Prisca Elsener

In 2014, I had the opportunity to complete an internship at fairtrain – for dogs and humans, and since 2015, I have been working as deputy manager and co-trainer.

 


Because so many people and dogs seek advice and guidance from fairtrain – for dogs and humans, I have had and continue to have the opportunity to gain extensive experience in successfully working with a wide variety of human-dog teams and to indulge my fascination with dogs. On the one hand, I train dogs from puppies to seniors, and on the other hand, I lead activity courses—agility, Nadac, lunging, and all-in-one. I apply my expertise primarily in the areas of behavioral therapy, individual coaching, and seminars.

 


I am an enthusiastic agility and Nadac competitor with my own dog.

 


Availability: Wednesday to Saturday

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