About Laurent Amann

Laurent Amann, a French national raised in Luxembourg, is a best-selling author, behavioral biologist, dog and horse trainer, shamanic healer, animal psychic, and intuitive animal communicator. Known as the "Tierflüsterer - Animal Whisperer" in German-speaking countries, Laurent’s work blends behavioral biology with shamanic spirituality, helping people connect deeply with their animals and find inner balance. With over 1.2 million YouTube views and numerous media appearances, including RTL and ORF, he has become a trusted figure in the field.

Education and Early Career

Laurent studied behavioral biology in Luxembourg and France, culminating in a role as a scientific researcher at the University of Vienna. His early research on the social and learning behaviors of parrots highlighted the scientific community's lack of consideration for animals' emotional and spiritual dimensions. This gap led him to explore intuitive animal communication and shamanism, discovering his childhood talent for telepathic animal communication.

Journey into Animal Communication

Dissatisfied with the limitations of scientific research, Laurent left his PhD studies to pursue private training in intuitive animal communication, shamanic and energetic healing, and intuitive animal education. This unique blend of academic and spiritual training equipped him to delve into the soul's existence, animals' purposes on earth, and their profound impact on human lives. A pivotal experience was his black standard poodle, Rio, who mirrored Laurent’s eating disorder, catalyzing a mutual healing journey.

Professional Transformation

Laurent's groundbreaking methods, emphasizing trust, respect, and non-violence, soon attracted media attention, leading to features on RTL and ORF. His approach has positively impacted thousands of pets and their owners, and he has become a respected journalist for major animal magazines. His books, such as "Mein Hund hat eine Seele" and "Animal Souls – The Purpose of Animal Kingdom on Earth," have topped bestseller lists, further establishing his reputation.

Unique Approach and Philosophy

Laurent’s work integrates modern behavioral science, ethological training, animal psychology, intuitive communication, and shamanic healing. He believes animals have souls with specific purposes and reflect human struggles in order to help them heal and find their way again. By understanding and respecting animals’ needs and messages, Laurent helps people achieve a healthier, happier, and more fulfilled life. His philosophy underscores that animals come into our lives to support and teach us, guiding us closer to our true selves.

Professional Engagements

Laurent also advises farms, horse stables, shelters, nature reserves, and zoos on creating healthier living conditions for animals. He is a sought-after trainer, course leader, and coach, helping individuals develop communication and empathy skills to better understand and meet animal needs. His guidance extends to operators of various animal-related facilities, ensuring the well-being and respect of the animals under their care.

Current work and vision

Now residing in France on the Côte d'Azur and in Luxembourg, Laurent travels internationally to share his expertise. His mission is to foster a deeper understanding of animals’ emotional and spiritual lives, helping people and animals achieve harmony and mutual respect. Laurent continues to advocate for holistic, non-violent training methods that honor the unique personalities and souls of animals.

Lessons from my animals

At the age of 24, I began my career as a young researcher at the University of Vienna, exploring the social learning skills of parrots. Despite conducting controlled experiments, I realized that my belief in the birds influenced their behavior, a concept not accepted in the scientific world. This revelation led me to shift my focus from restrictive scientific research to investigating the emotional and spiritual lives of animals.

During this transition, I welcomed a puppy, Rio, into my life. Rio’s irregular eating habits mirrored my own eating disorder, causing me deep concern. When even the best food couldn't motivate him to eat, my partner pointed out that Rio was reflecting my own struggles. This realization was a turning point for me, both personally and professionally. Understanding Rio’s message gave me the courage to heal myself, and as I did, Rio healed too. This profound experience taught me that animals have souls and specific purposes, often reflecting our struggles to help us heal.

My horse, Viona, who was rescued from a slaughterhouse, further reinforced this understanding. Despite her aggressive and unpredictable nature, I decided to care for her, relying on my instincts rather than conventional methods. One day, while sitting in the meadow, Viona approached me, offering her trust and connection. This moment solidified my belief in intuitive and empathetic animal training. Viona’s behavior taught me that animals have unique personalities and needs that must be respected.

My parrot also played a significant role in my journey. During my research at the University of Vienna, I noticed that the parrots responded to my thoughts and emotions more than the controlled experimental conditions. This insight was pivotal, leading me to realize that animals communicate and connect with us on deeper, more intuitive levels.

Education and Certifications

Academic Education & Certifications

Scientific researcher in animal behavior at the Konrad Lorenz Institute, Vienna
Master in animal behavior and ecophysiology, Université Louis Pasteur, Strasbourg / Vienna
Bachelor in science, cell biology and physiology, Université Louis Pasteur / University of Luxembourg, Strasbourg / Luxembourg
Certification for Dog Trainer and Behavior Consultant, Dr. Elke Essl, Vienna

Further education and private teachings

Intuitive animal communication and animal soul contract, Danielle MacKinnon
Shamanism, soulwork and power animals, Dr. Steven Farmer
Trust Technique, James French
Quantum Flow practitioner, Juan Pablo Barahona
Shamanic healing based on Alberto Villoldo
Trauma healing based on Gary Douglas and Dain Heer
Scenar acupuncture treatment, BEAM Institute Vienna
Soulwork, charisma coaching, work with archetypes, Ines Kallab
Spiritual retreat about the hawaiian philosophy of life, Kahu Kapi'ioho'okalani Lyons Naone
Falconry in theory and practice, Adlerwarte Kreuzenstein
and also: Bach flower therapy, Australian bush flower therapy, chakra work, soul work (soul retrieval etc), karma healing, healing for the ancestors, traumahealing, and much more

Professional Experience

Live recordings and regular contributions on Austrian national television (ORF) as well as Luxembourg national television (RTL) as an animal whisperer and animal trainer
Teacher in animal communication, shamanism, holistic healing and animal behavior
International guest speaker and panelist
Horseback rider in jumping, dressage and endurance tournaments
Organizer and leader of riding tours in Luxembourg

Voluntary work and social engagement

Animal caretaker for pets, parrots and injured or abandoned wild animals: Feeding, cleaning, training, medical care
Patronage of the farm animal rescue center “Gut Riedenhof” in Lower Austria
Helper for rescued dogs from Animal Care Austria
Guided tours and supervision of workshops in the Natural History Museum Luxembourg