Monika Baer

I am Monika Baer, born in 1980 in Switzerland, and I currently live in picturesque Lapland in northern Sweden. Here, I enjoy the nature, silence, and vast horizons—perfect for contemplating new projects, developing ideas, and being creative. Being active is part of my daily life: running, cycling, hiking, or simply exploring the landscape. My faithful companions, Lina and Ayla, join me in these activities and regularly make me laugh (though they sometimes drive me a little crazy 😉).

Originally, I studied electrical engineering and information technology and worked for many years in industry and energy supply. Over the years, I have evolved into a versatile creator: I think systemically, develop software, design logos and photography, write blog texts and translations—always aiming to better connect people, animals, and systems.

My journey into dog training came through practical experience: particularly with Lina, I’ve accumulated personal insights and delved deep into canine behavior. From classic training methods to scientifically-based approaches, I sought to understand how dogs learn, communicate, and build relationships. This passion led me to train at the ATN Academy for Applied Animal Psychology and Animal Behavior Training, complemented by numerous seminars on behavior, bonding, and sports with dogs.

Today, this experience enriches PawsUnited’s Dog World: the PawsUnited Go! app, online courses at the Academy, blog posts, and activities that connect dogs and humans.

Beyond dog subjects, I love photography, blogging, and creating visual content. Everything I do follows the guiding principles: Connection, responsibility, and movement—in the world, in daily life, and in projects.

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Training Programs for Dog Trainers (2022 – 2024)

From 2022 to 2024, I completed a distance learning program at the ATN Academy for Applied Animal Psychology and Behavior Training. The dog trainer training at ATN is grounded in scientific principles and provides extensive theoretical backgrounds. The program is complemented by practical seminars and regular online meetings with the instructors.

Additionally, I attended various seminars and courses on other topics.

Various

2025: “Learn Online: Analyzing and Changing Aggressive Behavior” with Dr. Ute Blaschke-Berthold
2023: “Longeing” course with Silvia Neidhart
2023: Webinar “Attachment and Separation between Humans and Dogs” with Ádám Miklósi
2021: Course “Project Off-Leash” with Ines Scheuer-Dinger
2021: Live Webinar “Threat Behavior” and “Leash Aggression” with Maren Grote
2022 / 2023: Beginner and Continuation Course in Dog Pulling Sports at TEAM Dog & Sport Zessa

ATN Learning Content

2022 – 2024: Training at the ATN Academy for Applied Animal Psychology and Behavior Training to become a dog trainer (based on a distance learning program in canine science):
- Ethology
- Behavioral Physiology
- Behavior Expression
- Learning Theories
- Ontogeny
- Activities
- Behavioral Therapy
- Fear
- Aggression
- Stress
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (ARVs)
- Nutrition
- Breeding and Genetics
- First Aid
- Practical Seminars with various instructors

ATN Hundetrainer Absolvent - Hundetrainer Ausbildung

Graduation Certificates and Training Documents from ATN (Courses and Seminars)

Here you can find my training certificates from ATN. Simply click on the link to learn more about my education and qualifications. I look forward to sharing my knowledge and skills with you and supporting you in your endeavors.