A distinctive guy with a beard and a dog helps with dog training; this is probably the best way to describe the character and work of Holger Schüler. With his direct, forthright, and honest manner, Holger has enchanted both dog and owner for over 25 years. As a dog training consultant, he continually questions the human relationship with four-legged friends and helps to improve the relationship. His advice, however, goes far beyond the content of normal puppy and dog training. While Holger also helps with learning basic commands like "sit," "down," and "out," he primarily sees himself as a consultant in training matters. He offers assistance in strengthening the bond between four-legged friends and humans in everyday life. His dog, Dakota, assists him in this.
In today's blog post, we'll tell you what makes a serious dog training consultant and what drives Holger.
Holger Schüler: Honest view, instead of blind love of animals
Holger is one of Germany's most well-known dog trainers. He is best known for his approach: blind love of animals harms the dog. His honest perspective and his ability to recognize problems in the dog's temperament before they arise: this is what characterizes the daily work of the bearded Munich native. For more than 25 years, he has dedicated himself to this topic: dog training with heart. However, the basis of his daily work is not only the resocialization of difficult-to-train dogs. Rather, it is the daily interaction with the dog that makes the job as a dog trainer so exciting for Holger and his dog Dakota. During his volunteer work at Fred Obermayer's wildlife rescue center, it became clear that working with animals was his calling.
It was Fred Obermayer who convinced Holger to pursue training as a dog trainer and dog rescue leader. Following his graduation, he completed numerous advanced training courses with renowned trainers. In addition to various courses such as "Abseiling with a Dog" and the successful "Rubble Search with a Dog," he successfully completed various courses on dog communication. Holger's interest was also piqued by the psychological aspects of dogs and their owners.
At that time, Holger was accompanied by his Bernese Mountain Dog, Tobi, in the dog rescue unit. After Tobi came Falk. Falk, a Chesapeake Bay Terrier, spent 18 wonderful years with Holger. If you're a dog owner, then you know the great value of this proud old age, but also the health problems a dog of that age can have. Not only his knowledge as a dog training consultant, but also precisely this experience of growing old with a dog, prompted Holger to care for his dog Dakota's teeth from a young age using our emmi®-pet ultrasonic toothbrush for dogs . Holger very effectively treats minor wounds or skin abrasions that Dakota sustained during her work with the dog rescue unit with our emmi®-pet 2.0 Skin & Dental Care Set .
Dog training consultant with passion
Holger knows that the problem with a dog is almost always at the other end of the leash. Blind love of animals often leads to serious training errors. This is precisely where he effectively applies his skills as a dog training consultant, providing his clients with not only advice but also significant practical support. His dog, Dakota, and his many years of expertise are helpful in this regard. This latter aspect puts Holger in the fortunate position of being able to read the human-dog interaction and provide individualized assistance. The result: a harmonious everyday life for both owner and dog.
Holger describes himself as a colorful character when talking about his activities outside of dog training. Whether as a dog trainer instructor or with his own stage show, as an expert for various trade magazines, author of books on dog training, or as a consultant on TV shows, Holger is one of the few dog trainers who can provide proof of certification according to Section 11 of the Animal Welfare Act and is therefore also permitted to work with animals in front of an audience.
