Island Dog Training Club

02/09/2024

There are a few spaces remaining on the next Life Skills course, starting on Wednesday at 7pm.

Looking to take your training further than a puppy course?
Or improve your dog's skills and focus during those tricky teenage years?
Our Life Skills course may be for you!

This course is is for those needing help with daily challenges by teaching strategies to help dogs interact safely with people, dogs and the environment. It guides handlers and dogs through common problems and pitfalls to help achieve a happy, relaxed relationship and a strong foundation of training. Learning more about communication and exploring dog body language.

Book now to reserve your space:

31/08/2024

Congratulations to members on passing their Kennel Club Puppy Foundation course on August 28th, 2024!

30/08/2024

Great charity - could you get involved with your dog? - contact and ask.
Any support would be very appreciated. They work hard to help the community in many ways.

FOR the past five years, dogs from local charity Paws for Support have helped people’s days go from ‘ruff’ to ‘paw-some’. 

29/08/2024

Huge congratulations to Sandra and Teal who competed at Worcester Championship Obedience Show at the weekend. The team gained 2 x 6th places and, on the last day, won their third and final class A (under judge Jen Wyatt)! It’s wonderful to see so many of our members bringing home rosettes this summer!

28/08/2024

Well done to Gwen and Porcia, who placed 5th in Test A at Worcester DTC!

27/08/2024

Congratulations to Karen and Freya who achieved 3rd in Novice Part 1 at Cheltenham & District DTC. This was after a run off for 3rd/4th on 2.25 points. Thank you to the judge N Thomas and stewards, and congratulations to everyone!

05/08/2024

Fantastic morning of Agility to christen the Club’s new outdoor dog-training venue at Le Friquet Garden Centre. The sun shone and dogs and handlers of all abilities were able to experience outdoor training once more. A great time was had by all!

05/08/2024

A great final day for the team, bringing home 3 rosettes in 3 classes! 4th with Porcia in Class A Part 2, 4th with Bee in Novice Part 1 (2 + 1/4 marks) and 6th with Freya in Novice Part 2. Amazing results!

03/08/2024

Some amazing Obedience results at Paignton Open Show today. Gwen placed 2nd with Freya in Novice Part 1 under Lyn Collins, and 5th with Bee in Novice Part 2 under Paul Cousins (after winning the run off) with 2 + 1/4 points. Great work! We love to see our members succeeding in the larger UK shows!

31/07/2024

Great advice - stay safe in this warm weather and we look forward to seeing you all back for more training in September.

On warm days, avoid walking your dog at the hottest times, do not throw balls continuously for them to retrieve and ensure they have access to fresh water at all times. Keep your pets cool and happy this summer 😎🐶☀️

24/07/2024

Congratulations to members on passing their Kennel Club Puppy Foundation course on July 10th, 2024!

23/07/2024

Fun and games for the Wednesday nighters final class of this term, followed by a very nice meal. Have a great summer everyone and hopefully we’ll see you all in September if not before 😊

22/07/2024

Congratulations to Sian and Fleur on passing their Silver Good Citizen assessment!

19/07/2024

As the temperature is set to rise tomorrow, remember to keep your dog cool. Don’t exercise them in the hottest parts of the day, and watch out for signs of heatstroke.

Read our tips on how to keep your dog cool at www.thekennelclub.org.uk/heatstroke.

18/07/2024

We have some advice on keeping your dogs safe in this warm weather 🐶☀️ Share your top tips on how your dogs like to keep cool!

[Image description: An infographic sharing advice on keeping your dog safe in warm weather. The advice includes walking your dog when it's cooler, ensuring they have plenty of shade and water and doing the tarmac test with your hand.]

12/07/2024

Exciting news! We know there has been lots of speculation about the Friquet Garden Centre’s back field and the fencing.
Like and follow our page to get updates.

26/06/2024

Congratulations to the following members on passing their Silver Good Citizen assessment: Andy and Demi, Gwen and Dora, Karen and Max, Sue and Iashtra, and Dani and Luna!

25/06/2024

Congratulations to members on passing their Kennel Club Puppy Foundation course on June 18th, 2024!

21/06/2024

Tonight, some of our members put on a dispay for Forest Primary School. The dogs demonstrated some heel work to music, as well as a Safe and Sound demonstration and a mini Agility course. Everyone did amazingly well, but the audience’s favourite part was definitely Nala’s hair band!

13/06/2024

Do you know how amazing dogs can be at helping people? Of course you do!
Paws For Support is a local charity who trains and assesses Therapy Dogs and Disability Assitance Dogs for the community.
Can you help them by supporting there fundraiser?
Great fun, amazing raffle prizes and a £1000 prize!

Tickets still available for our charity bingo night on Sunday 30th June! 🐾

Lots of brilliant prizes up for grabs in the raffle too 🤩

To book email [email protected]

04/06/2024

Volunteer's week 2024
A massive thanks to all our Committee and Trainers who volunteer for the Island Dog Training Club.
We would not be able to offer all the fun dog classes and activities we do. Your knowledge and passion to help others succeed with their dogs is invaluable to the Guernsey Community who all want their much loved dogs to be the best they can.

Want to know how you can get involved - maybe become a volunteer?
There are lots of opportunities for our members to get more involved with the club and help build towards the future..
OR
Do you need help training your dogs? - these volunteers will help share their passion for dogs with you.
(Charity number 68)

03/06/2024

FREE crockery
Island Dog Training Club have had a clear out and have lots of plates/bowls etc. Free to take away. Please contact [email protected] or 07781 115029 - if these could be of use to you.
Thanks

01/06/2024

Congratulations to members on passing their IDTC Life Skills course on May 29th, 2024!

31/05/2024

A great result from the Exeter Dog Training Club Show (26th May) - Gwen and Porcia achieved 4th place in Test A with 2.75 marks!

30/05/2024

Huge congratulations to Isla and Helen on receiving Monday night’s Dog of the Month for April. Isla is a very quick learner, picking up at least one new skill every week! This team has made huge progress, and it’s clear they’ve been doing their homework! There’s also been a noticeable increase in Isla’s confidence. Well done!

30/05/2024

𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲, 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝟳𝗽𝗺

Looking to take your training further than a puppy course?
Or improve your dog's skills and focus during those tricky teenage years?
Our Life Skills course may be for you!

This course combines key skills with fun tricks to create an engaging and informative class.

Any specific difficulties or goals you may have will be focused on, ensuring everyone gets the most out of the course.

Book now to reserve your space:

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29/05/2024

Great photo of the Tuesday night class working on out of sight stays! All the dogs are demonstrating a nice down position, well done!

28/05/2024

Huge congratulations to Charlie and Ricky, who were awarded Monday night's Dog of the Month for March! Charlie has been a tricky dog at times, but Ricky has been consistent in his training, working hard in class and practicing in his own time. This persistence has really started to pay off, with all of Charlie’s key skills clicking into place. Of particular note is Charlie’s very speedy recall, even with distractions - amazing work!

27/05/2024

Here’s a few photos of the Wednesday Intermediate class working on their finishes. Great work everyone!

17/05/2024

Final reminder for tomorrow’s workshop. Both sessions are going ahead (morning and afternoon), but you only need to attend one of them.