Michelle Navarro
Thanks to our first dog Djali, I discovered fairtrain as a customer.
I was immediately impressed by the great atmosphere in the group course, the progressive training methods and the enthusiasm of the trainers.
As luck would have it (fortunately), Mumi needed support in the office at the time and I was looking for a new professional challenge at the same time - and poof - since the end of 2021 I have been Head of Administration and Assistant to the Management of fairtrain.
During my first few weeks as an office fairy, I realized that I didn't just want to support fairtrain in administrative matters, but also as a dog trainer.
And so I started studying to become a dog trainer at the ATN (Academy for Applied Animal Psychology and Animal Behavior Training).
During these two years, I was able to accompany the entire fairtrain team and look over their shoulders. I quickly discovered my passion for dog sports, especially agility and Nadac.
I have been teaching these two great exercise courses since 2023 and am always fascinated by how great progress can be achieved through positive reinforcement.
With my now two dogs (two shepherd mixes) we mainly train in the area of tricks and activity.
With our youngest addition to the family, we are of course building up our agility training.
Availability: Wednesday to Friday
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 I have been working as a trainer since 2015. I have also been a member of the management team since 2025.
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