We provide a variety of training classes for dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes:

Less than 18 weeks at course commencement – Puppy Socialisation or Beginners Level 1.Over 18 weeks old and up to any age – Beginners Level 1 Over 18 weeks old and up to any age with Beginners Level 1 completed – Beginners Level 2

Aggressive dogs (all ages and breeds) – Difficult dogs seminar, difficult dogs course, barkers course.

Reactive dogs (dogs who bark, get overly excited but who are not aggressive) – email us with more info before booking.

Working Gundogs – Gundog Workshops/Seminars

Pet Gundogs – Beginners Level 1/2/Agility (age permitting)/Gundog Workshops and Seminars.

Your dog must be at least 1 year old to start agility training. We start slow and low and monitor the movement of your dog at each stage. It is vital that young dogs are allowed to develop bone and muscle strength before starting agility.

It is not advisable for elderly dogs to train at agility.

Dogs with any medical history, hip, joint, cardio or other health issues should not attend agility unless your vet has given permission.

If we notice that a dog is uncomfortable or we may feel there are any joint problems we will refer you to your vet and you may not be able to continue with your course. This is for the best interests of the dog.

It is advisable that you visit your vet at least once a year. If your dog has any medical conditions you should always consult your vet before starting a training class.

It is advisable that you ask your vet to check your dogs hips and give a physical before starting agility.

We like to give as much individual attention as possible to each dog in the class. Therefore we have ratios in place.

For example the trainer to dog ration of 1:4 will mean that there is 1 trainer for every 4 dogs. This means that a class could consist of 1 trainer and 4 dogs or 2 trainers and 8 dogs.

Each week you and your dog will learn a new exercise or exercises. In order to get the most from your course you must practice daily. We suggest at least 15 minutes every day.

We train using reward and motivational based methods only. We do not use positive punishment methods. Positive punishment means you add something to punish a behaviour. The positive means + to add rather than positive as in "good".

Choke chains cause pain, discomfort and medical problems. Many breeds such as the Cavalier King Charles suffer from conditions such as Syringomylia, which is a skull malformation. The use of chock chains and other harsh collars will aggravate this; cause a lot of pain and suffering in the long run. In turn pain and fear can and does lead to aggression. The science of learning and behaviour has proven that positive reinforcement, reward and motivation works hence this is how we work.

We are APDT certified trainers and we are bound by a code of ethics of which we are proud. Details are here http://www.apdt.co.uk/about.htm.

We train all dogs of all breeds. Your dog can attend classes once he / she is of sound temperament and does not suffer from aggression. This applies to ALL breeds.

Yes. Legally, your dog must have an id tag on at all times. This is set out in the Control of Dogs Act. For more on the Control of Dogs Act, go to www.irishstatutebook.ie/1986/en/act/pub/0032/print.html.

Because we run classes in the evenings at at weekends the trainers are only available Monday – Thursday between the hours of 11am – 2pm for In Home Sessions.

The Puppy Hour was designed to help puppies and new owners get a head start on training. Since your puppy will not be fully vaccinated for some weeks after coming home it is good to get a start on basic and toilet training. If your puppy is vaccinated however you should attend Puppy Socialisation.

It is good to include everyone in the family if possible. Full notes are provided so you can review these later if anyone misses the appointment.

Have a list of questions for your trainer.

Do not feed your puppy for at least 2 hours prior to arrival.

Have some tasty treats chopped small for training.

Have an area of your home ready for the training session to take part.

Have the very young members of the family occupied or looked after as it can be difficult to train a puppy if there is a lot of activity in the background.

Shop Collection Times:

Monday - Thursday 7pm - 9pm.

Saturday 11am - 2pm.

The shop is closed Fridays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.