DSPCA Dog Training

14/01/2025

Elsie 🖤 Recently graduated from our 4 week training course in Corkagh Park, ➡️ find the right course for you; www.dspcadogtraining.ie

12/01/2025

A massive congratulations to Fiadh and her Humans on graduating in our Reactive Rover course

You all did so well keep up the hard work 💪 👏 ❤️See all course info here https://dspcadogtraining.ie/courses-for-your-dog/

09/01/2025

Puppy Play Sessions Starting from this weekend! Our Puppy Play Sessions are for all puppies up to 6 months of age. These are a socialisation session, no formal training takes place.

Puppy socialisation teaches puppies how to behave and be happy and relaxed when around humans, other dogs, other animals and the world around them. Book your place online here https://dspcadogtraining.ie/courses-for-your-dog/ -play

09/01/2025

Attention all XL Bully Owners

As the deadline approaches for an exemption certificate to own an XL Bully type dog in Ireland, we would like to offer our support and help to owners who may be struggling with completing the form or unsure whether they should apply for an exemption.

You can make an appointment using the link below to visit the DSPCA with your dog and chat to a member of our team. This is all new to us too and we will do our best to help guide you in the situation that we all find ourselves in.

Please be advised that in order to receive a Certificate of Exemption, your XL Bully type dog (male or female) must be neutered.

Appointments are limited - https://calendly.com/dog-adoption-consultation/xl-bully-exemption-muzzle-training-support

In addition to this if you are struggling with muzzle training or choosing the right muzzle for your dog stay tuned as we will be hosting a Muzzle Training Day at the DSPCA on the 18th January. Link to book a place to follow soon.

08/01/2025

Recent Reactive Rover Graduates 🎓 What is Reactive? The term Reactive Dog
used by dog trainers and owners who own dogs that overreact to certain moment, object, person or other animal.

The dog’s reaction to these stimuli is usually a bark and lunge type of behavior that can frighten both the person or dog being barked at and the person holding the leash.

Signs you have a Reactive dog:
Once put on leash, your typically calm and sociable dog begins barking, lunging, growling and whining at typical neighborhood noises and distractions. Book your place https://dspcadogtraining.ie/courses-for-your-dog/

07/01/2025

07/01/2025

Corkagh Park, Graduation in December 2024. Well done everyone! We have a course starting here this Sunday book your place online www.dspcadogtraining.ie

05/01/2025

It’s a day for cuddles!

Share photos of your pets snuggled up ⬇️

04/01/2025

Tomorrows training classes have been postponed please check your emails.

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❄️ Welfare advice for all pet owners ❄️

"A big change in the weather is forecast over the coming days as the relatively mild weather of recent weeks is replaced by much colder conditions. Meteorologist Matthew Martin says, “After such a mild November, the upcoming cold spell will be a shock to the system for many."

With weather warnings from Met Éireann we are urging all pet owners to ensure they keep their pets safe.

Keep cats, dogs, guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets etc. inside your home where it will be safe and warm. When walking dogs be mindful that little paws can get very cold. Wash paws after walks to remove any chemicals from salt that may have been applied to footpaths to clear ice. Be sure to wrap them up in a warm coat or a jumper.

Pets can often get dry skin during cold snaps as they go from the cold outside to the warmnt of the home. During colder weather pets can burn extra energy staying warn so it's no harm to give them a little extra food providing more calories. Always make sure your pets have access to fresh water.

Horse owners should ensure that their horses have access to adequate food, water & shelter.

Food: The grass at this time of the year is often scarce & may not provide enough nutritional value for horses that are living out all year round. Provide fresh hay on a DAILY BASIS or put out a large round bale for larger groups of horses. The fiber from the hay will also help keep them warm as heat is generated when it is digested. Some horses may also need a hard feed (cereal or grain) so feed according to breed, type, age & workload.

Water: Horses can still get dehydrated in cold weather so please ensure they have access to clean, fresh water at all times.

Shelter: Some horses will do well living out 24/7 however they must have access to either man made or natural shelter. Depending on your horse it may also need to be rugged or stabled at night. If you are putting a rug on your horse make sure it fits well and that it is waterproof.

28/12/2024

Communication Workshop

This is an interactive workshop for adults held onsite the DSPCA in Rathfarnham. We will be looking at specific cases of communicating and working with dogs throughout the 4 hours.

Ideal for dog walkers, doggie daycare employees, shelter or rescue workers & volunteers, groomers, pet owners, people with children, people who use the dog park with their own dog, people who own dogs that resource guard, people who have nervous dogs.

Saturday 4th January 2025, 10.00AM – 2.00PM

DSPCA, Mount Venus Road, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16

https://dspcadogtraining.ie/courses-for-you/ -Workshop

21/12/2024

Dear Santa….

I’ve been good, I graduated 🎓

www.dspcadogtraining.ie

12/12/2024

Graduation in Corkagh Park, Clondalkin 🎓 Our next courses start here starts Sunday 5th January 2025, book your place online www.dspcadogtraining.ie or by calling us on 01-4994790 ☎️

11/12/2024

A big well done to our Saturday Graduates 🎓 Our next courses start January 2025! Book your place online www.dspcadogtraining.ie or by calling us on 01-4994790

11/12/2024

The DSPCA Christmas Quiz

Join us on Monday 16th of December 2024 for a super fun evening. If you haven't been to one of our quiz nights with quizmaster extraordinaire Dara Quilty, then you've been missing out.

We have the best fun and it's DOG FRIENDLY. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is paw-some 🐾

Join in on the fun while raising funds to help the DSPCA provide food, shelter and veterinary care to all the animas in the shelter.

Great prizes including an amazing hamper to be won.

Tickets are limited so book now - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/2024-dspca-christmas-quiz-night-tickets-1106333265579

See you there!

10/12/2024

Thank you to all the good humans who shopped from our 2024 Christmas Shop it is almost completely sold out!

This is the last week for shipping before Christmas https://dspcachristmas.myshopify.com

26/11/2024

This Friday, 29th November 2024, use YOUR vote and be THEIR voice 🐾

Vote for candidates who will stand up for animal welfare.