Pawsative Steps

Pawsative Steps Dog trainer North Cork. Force free, accredited, insured science based dog trainer. I'm fully insured.

I developed a passion for dog walking and training after adopting and fostering a number of dogs and helping them overcome their struggles. Helping owners overcome struggles with their dogs and build an amazing relationship is my life purpose. I have QQI in dog training, absolute dogs pro dog trainer, canine first aid and have diploma in canine behaviour. I offer half hour and full hour walks cate

ring to the dogs and owners needs, training walks(I join you and teach you new skills to overcome any difficulties), home boarding (based in Banteer/Mallow area) and training consultations across Cork to overcome a range of unwanted behaviours such as pulling on leash, barking, reacall or setting a new rescue or puppy up for success

Myself and Luna definitely hadn't planned on herding sheep up the road and into a field to get back to the car this morn...
28/01/2025

Myself and Luna definitely hadn't planned on herding sheep up the road and into a field to get back to the car this morning 😝 She was on a longline and have to say she listened to all my ques and was absolutely awesome 👌 Best girl ❤️

So apparently I have a name sake up the country with a similar business name  🤔 🤷‍♀️ who uses very questionable training...
26/01/2025

So apparently I have a name sake up the country with a similar business name 🤔 🤷‍♀️ who uses very questionable training methods in a not so great training environment 😬 Just clarifying this is NOT me 🙅‍♀️Our CRO registered trading name is "Pawsative Steps Dog Training Cork".

I will never use force, fear or intimidation when training a dog. What I do is based on the lastest science. I'm continually learning and studying so I can apply the latest methods and deliver the best services to my clients. We all want to achieve results in our training but the welfare of your dog and making dog guardians feel welcomed and heard will always be my top priority. I will always deliver classes in a safe and pleasant environment such as our lovely local hall or the training field.

💯 true.  Sometimes clients fear judgement from trainers but we totally get it.  A lot of us got into training in the fir...
25/01/2025

💯 true. Sometimes clients fear judgement from trainers but we totally get it. A lot of us got into training in the first place through trying to help our own dogs with their struggles. Ive been there too. Ive had people screaming abuse in my face just because my dog is big or their reacting because their frightened. The embarrassment, frustration and stress are very valid but we got your back ❤️

Please ensure your pets are kept warm, safe and secure inside tonight 🙏  If they are frightened of the wind 🐕A nice long...
23/01/2025

Please ensure your pets are kept warm, safe and secure inside tonight 🙏

If they are frightened of the wind

🐕A nice long lasting chew, fresh bone, scatter feeding or stuffed frozen food toy will help dogs relax

🐕 Close curtains/blinds

🐕 Play some music or put on TV

🐕 Set up a dog bed or open crate in a nice quiet area for them to relax

Pawsative Steps will be closed tomorrow. All one to ones have been rescheduled. Please stay safe x

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As doggy pros we talk a lot about breed traits in working breeds like Border Collies, Malinois, bull breeds or Labradors...
19/01/2025

As doggy pros we talk a lot about breed traits in working breeds like Border Collies, Malinois, bull breeds or Labradors but what about our cutey pa tooty toy breeds?

It's important that we also acknowledge what these guys have been bred for. When we think how King Charles Cavaliers and Sh*tzus for example have been bred to warm rich ladies laps it makes a lot of sense that these guys are often little velcro dogs who always want to always be close to you. Which also makes sense if they have struggles when separated from you.

Truth 😆
18/01/2025

Truth 😆

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There is still one spot left if anyone would like to book into Pawsative Puppies Class starting tomorrow.  This class is...
18/01/2025

There is still one spot left if anyone would like to book into Pawsative Puppies Class starting tomorrow. This class is for vaccinated puppies under 20 weeks and includes puppy play, puppy raising, basic obedience and puppy life skills

This is a six week course Sunday 10am to 11am CYMS Newmarket CYMS (first class online)

Booking athttps://pawsativesteps.com/puppy-socialisation-dog-classes-kanturk/

Any questions please email [email protected] or DM

Do you need to hire a behaviourist for your dog?Please be sooo careful who you hire as the industry is currently unregul...
18/01/2025

Do you need to hire a behaviourist for your dog?

Please be sooo careful who you hire as the industry is currently unregulated. The amount of cowboys claiming to be behaviourists in our little part of the world alone at the moment is absolutely shocking!! 😲 😡

A real behaviour professional will have a deep understanding (degree level) of the origins of the dog, ethology, genetics, learning theory, development, welfare, behaviour modification and much more. They will have spent many hours reading and researching the science behind what they do. They will have real credentials and hundreds if not thousands of hours of practical experience and case studies under their belt. Ironically they often charge less than the cowboys 🤠 !!

At best these people will have a great personality, all the talk and make absolutely no difference to you and your dogs life. They often make it worse through a lack of proper understanding and/or using force/aversive methods/tools to stop/suppress the unwanted behaviour which just works becausethe dog is scared. The unwanted behaviour just comes back and may escalate sometimes leading to bites and injury.

You can check the IAABC website to see if a behaviour professional is accredited. Here at Pawsative Steps we offer training services only if you need a great behaviour pro I'd recommend Catherine Griffin of Snout and About or there are some great behaviour professionals around Ireland that work remotely or will travel to you.

Puppy and Surviving Adolescense Dog Training Classes are back this Sunday 19th at 10am and 11.30am CYMS Newmarket This i...
13/01/2025

Puppy and Surviving Adolescense Dog Training Classes are back this Sunday 19th at 10am and 11.30am CYMS Newmarket

This is a six week course (first class online) covering Puppy Play, socialisation, puppy raising tips toileting, crate training, chewing, biting, preventing behaviour problems enrichment, sit, down, stay, leave it que, life skills such as loose leash walking, recall, no jumping and settle

Our Surviving Adolescense class covers life skills for teenage dogs that is centred around any challenges your currently facing with your teenage dog (5 -18 mth) such as recall, pulling on leash, jumping, excited greetings, lack of confidence or building focus

Booking online https://pawsativesteps.com/puppy-socialisation-dog-classes-kanturk/
Please contact [email protected] or DM

The learning never stops 🤓❤️
13/01/2025

The learning never stops 🤓❤️

If you welcomed a new puppy but can't make it to classes dont worry we got you covered!Pawsative Steps will create a tai...
11/01/2025

If you welcomed a new puppy but can't make it to classes dont worry we got you covered!

Pawsative Steps will create a tailored programme for you and your puppy that includes home visits to support you through puppy socialisation and development. Training your puppy will prevent all kinds of behaviour problems down the road. We use kind and fun and effective training methods to ensure a fantastic relationship between you and your dog.

Book online at www.pawsativesteps.com or email [email protected] or DM

09/01/2025
09/01/2025

A reminder to any XL Bully owners the deadline for registering your XL Bully for exemption is the 1st February 2025. That is 3 weeks left to apply for your certificate of exemption.
Ensure your dog has the following documentation in your name and current address prior to applying to your local authority:
-Dog License.
-Registered Microchip.
-Is neutered or spayed with a confirmation letter from your vet.
-Follows all the restricted breed guidelines at all times. (Muzzled, on lead and in control of a person 16 years or over who is capable of handling the dog.) To apply for your certificate of exemption ensure your contact your local authority council to start the process. More information on what to do and how to apply on our website.
https://cspca.ie/new-ownership-rules-in-relation-to-xl-bully-type-dogs/
We are here to help provide you with the information you need and we also have a discounted neuter scheme if you are in the pilot scheme areas and have the breed types listed or are the owner of an XL Bully. See link below:
https://cspca.ie/community-neutering-pilot-scheme/

09/01/2025

We are still well and truly snowed in up here! I also have a chest infection and asthma so can't talk on phone this week without getting super breathless 😫 Pawsative Steps will be back in action next week and bookings will be rescheduled. If you have any training queries please email [email protected] or WhatsApp 087 6990303 and I will get back to you as soon as I can

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