Top Barkz Cork

01/02/2025

To celebrate the first day of spring 🐣 🌷- we are giving all our TopBarkers a special discount code for tickets to
Simply DM us to get your code!

26/01/2025

Absolutely wonderful day hosting Mayas 4th birthday pawty for , with special guest Lord Mayor Cllr Dan Boyle

🐶🐾🐶🐾🐶🐾🐶🐾🐶🐾🐶🐾🐶🐾🐶🐾

24/01/2025

🐾 W O R K S H O P S 🐾

All of our upcoming workshops are now live on our website !

Recall 🐾 Paws Off - Jumping up! 🐾 & Walking nicely on the lead 🐾

Link in bio to book or visit www.topbarkz.com

18/12/2024

Personalised Training, Tailored for You and Your Dog!

In 2024, we delivered 150 one-to-one in-house training visits across 50 weeks—providing focused, personalized attention to help dogs and their owners thrive.

Our expert trainers work directly with you and your pup to address specific needs, build confidence, and create harmony at home. Whether it’s mastering manners, recall, or lead walking, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

🐾 Work with us in 2025 and experience the best care, support, and training for you and your dog. Let’s make 2025 the year of happy pups and even happier owners!

Top Barkz: Play. Educate. Train.

10/12/2024

🎄🐾 Santa Paws Charity Socials! 🐶🎅

Join us at Top Barkz Cork as part of the Santa Paws Animal Care Fair for a pawsome day of festive fun! 🐕

📅 When?
Sunday, 15th December
🕚 11am - Puppies under 21 weeks
🕐 1pm - Small dogs under 10kg
🕝 2.30pm - Medium dogs 10-25kg

💚 €10 per session
📱 Text to Book: 085 1652227

All proceeds go to Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland – an amazing cause helping families and their furry friends. 🐕❤️

📍 Location:
Douglas Street Campus, Sawmill Street

Let’s spread the holiday cheer, one wagging tail at a time! 🎁🐾

21/11/2024

Dear Puppy Parents,

Due to the high volume of snowfall in the Grange/Airport area where our training shed is located and the freezing temperatures expected from 5 PM this evening, I have made the decision to postpone tonight’s training class at 6:30 PM in the interest of everyone’s safety.

To make up for this evening’s session, we will add an extra class at the end of the course. Thank you for your understanding, and please stay warm and safe.

I look forward to seeing you on Saturday morning at 10:30 AM for our Puppy Social. You can book your spot via the website.

Best regards,
Esther RIng CPDT
Top Barkz

16/10/2024

Fancy raising money to help support West Cork Animal Welfare Group Ltd. @.c.a.w.g . and want to show off your favourite feline friend(s)? We are thrilled to launch the first ever virtual Agria Petinsure Cat Walk in Ireland, taking place on October 26-27th, 2024.

Agria Petinsure will donate €5 to West Cork Animal Welfare Group for each cat participating in the event.

Register for free, and to participate all you need to do is share a photo or video of you and your cat with us or on our Instagram page using .

Check out the Agria website for all the details:
https://www.agriapetinsure.ie/agria-cat-walk/

17/09/2024

Paws Off: The Jumping - up Workshop


Workshop Overview:
This interactive session is designed to help dog owners curb the common behavior of jumping up. Whether your dog is excited, seeking attention, or just doesn’t know how to greet people calmly, this workshop will give you the tools to teach them good manners.

Duration : 90 mins

Who’s it for?
- Dog owners with excitable jumpers
- Dogs of all ages and breeds
- No prior training experience necessary

What You’ll Learn:

1. Understanding Why Dogs Jump
We’ll start by exploring why dogs jump up and how it can sometimes be a form of communication or excitement. Understanding the root cause is key to addressing it.

2. Positive Reinforcement Techniques
Learn the importance of reinforcing good behavior without harsh corrections. We’ll show you how to reward calm, grounded behavior in your dog.

3. Step-by-Step Training Exercises
You’ll be guided through practical, easy-to-follow exercises designed to teach your dog polite greeting behaviors. We’ll cover:
- How to redirect excitement.
- Teaching your dog to sit and stay when greeting people.
- How to communicate effectively with your dog during moments of excitement.

4. Real-life Scenarios
We’ll simulate common situations where jumping happens (greeting at the door, meeting new people, etc.) so you can practice handling your dog’s behavior in real time.

5. Q&A Session
Get personalised advice and ask any questions you have about your dog’s jumping behavior or other training challenges.

What to Bring:
- Leash and collar
- Treats or your dog’s favorite toy for rewards
- An open mind and patience!

Bonus:
All participants will receive a “Paws Off” take-home guide to continue practicing at home.
€55 tickets via eventbrite link in bio

31/08/2024

📚🎨 **Back to School Special at Top Barkz Cork!** 🎨📚

Get ready to unleash your creativity this school year with our exclusive **10% OFF** all courses and workshops! 🎉 Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, we’ve got something for everyone.

👥 **Small class sizes** for personalized attention
🔗 Book your spot now via the link in our bio!

Don’t miss out—spaces are filling up fast! 🚀

30/08/2024

If you know who might own the cat please let me know

29/08/2024

🐾 NEW
Join the Top Barkz Junior Handling Club! 🐾

Calling all aspiring dog trainers! 🐕‍🦺 Bring your child and their furry friend to our fun and educational club. We’ll teach dog safety skills, cool agility exercises, and exciting tricks that will strengthen the bond between your child and their dog!

🗓 **Starting:** 10th September
⏰ **Time:** 4:00 PM

📲 Text Esther at 085165222 for more details or head to our website
Let’s make training fun and memorable! 🎉

21/08/2024

🌟 Introducing Off the Lead Play and Train PAYG Classes at Top Barkz Cork! 🌟

Ready to take your dog’s training to the next level? Our new dynamic and fun classes let your pup train and play freely—no leads or equipment required! This is your chance to master new handler skills, keep your dog engaged, and enjoy training like never before.

🔹 PAYG model
🔹 Prescreening required for suitability

**Rules:**
• Must enjoy playing with other dogs 🐕
• Over 12 months old 🎂
• Basic training skills (e.g., sit, name response) ✅

Ready for a fresh, exciting approach to dog training?
Sign up today! 🐾✨

02/07/2024

*Special offer 10% off our next training courses starting 11th July to celebrate upcoming DogFest!
pay your booking deposit €50 - price was €140 now €126
Link in bio or visit www.topbarkz.com

18/06/2024

*G I V E A W A Y* - WIN tickets for you and a friend and your dogs to our doggie cinema this Sunday 23rd June
Simply :
SHARE this post to your stories
LIKE this post
TAG the friend you would bring

Winner announced Friday!

07/05/2024

Electronic shock collar for dogs and cats that are controlled using hand-held remote controls are to be banned in Ireland!

Following a public consultation ordered by the Minister for Agriculture, the following was announced:

- Those currently using the devices will be permitted to continue to do so as their animals are accustomed to them, (Owners must register for an exemption and will have to register the dogs identity with the Department of Agriculture, providing the dogs microchip and dog licence number. )but collars will not be permitted for use on any new animals.
- However, the ban will not preclude the use of such collars when they are used in conjunction with electronic enclosure systems of yards or gardens, when animals receive a shock if they try and cross a perimeter wire.
- Anti-bark collars will also be permitted.

Read the full article here :

https://www.rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0507/1447737-electric-shock-collar/

04/05/2024

Our new Puppy Sensory Workshop is taking place Saturday 25th May @9.30am. Suitable for puppies up to 21 weeks. Text to book. More info below :

Our Puppy Sensory Workshop offers a tailored experience to guide your furry friend through their critical socialization period. Puppies under 14 weeks are in a prime stage to embrace new stimuli positively, transforming everyday encounters into joyful experiences. For pups aged 14 to 21 weeks, we focus on navigating their active startle reflex and introducing them to novel items while delving into the concept of habituation. By exposing your puppy to various stimuli, we aim to prevent fears and phobias later in life.

29/04/2024

What a great way to get a taster of the amazing sport of Agility
Myself and Cersei will be booking a space 🐶🐶

News!! Please send email to [email protected] or PM to book your place if interested.