Force-free Dog-Training in Dublin
Offering a variety of classes to dog owners & education courses
What will your legacy be?
September is My Legacy month - anyone and everyone can make a difference by including a gift in their will to a cause close to their hearts.
This month we are asking you to consider living a gift in your will to the DSPCA. A small gift can have a large impact and you can help create a better future for animals in need.
To learn more about how you can help and leave a gift in your will to the DSPCA visit https://www.dspca.ie/gift-in-will/
Recent midweek Graduation at the DSPCA👏🏻 Well done everyone!
Benefits of positive-reinforcement training:
• Builds a strong bond with your dog based on trust and respect.
• Uses fun, easy training methods for the entire family.
• Provides mental stimulation, preventing boredom and problem behaviors.
•Allows a dog to choose, without fear of repercussions
• Builds a dog’s confidence
Book your training course online today www.dspcadogtraining.ie
Well Behaved Walkies 🐾
Walking your dog can help relieve and reduce stress. It is a wonderful way to bond with your dog and get exercise. It can fill both you with dog with lots of enrichment and just make you feel happy!
Walking your dog should be a fun time and not feel like a chore. Our DSPCA Dog Training team know how important walkie time can be for both owner and dog and so they have a created a workshop especially for those who find walkie time stressful for various reasons.
👉🏼 Book your place https://dspcadogtraining.ie/courses-for-your-dog/
Maisy 🐾 well done to Maisy & her humans on completing our 3 week Terrible Three course.
Topics Covered:
➡️Recall, coming when called with distractions
➡️Focus & Attention with distractions
➡️Jumping up and self-control
➡️Leave it – Take it
Book your place here https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training/the-terrible-three
Last spaces available in 📍 Red Stables, St Anne’s Park, Raheny this Sunday!
Book your place online,
For all puppies up to 6months: https://dspcadogtraining.ie/courses-for-your-dog/ -training
For all dogs 6months & older: https://dspcadogtraining.ie/courses-for-your-dog/ -one
Penny 🖤
Penny recently graduated from our Terrible Three course.
Topics Covered:
➡️Recall, coming when called with distractions
➡️Focus & Attention with distractions
➡️Jumping up and self-control
➡️Leave it – Take it
Book your place here https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training/the-terrible-three
We have Puppy Training & Level One Training classes starting this weekend in Bushy Park, Terenure & Marlay Park, Rathfarnham book your place today!
Call 01-4994790 or online
DSPCA - Dog Training
Well Behaved Walkies Proud Graduates 🎓
This is a two-week Workshop that solely focuses on Loose Lead Walking & Rocket Recall.
These are the skills needed to have your dog under effectual control in public places. Topics Covered:
➖Building your dog’s confidence in public places
➖Loose leash walking
➖Friendly greeting dogs and people
➖Reading your dog’s body language
➖Walking to heel on and off leash
➖Recall with distraction
➖Keeping yourself and your dog entertained on walk Book your place online here https://dspcadogtraining.ie/courses-for-your-dog/
A big well done to Karl who completed our 3 week Terrible Three course
This course focuses on; Recall, Leash Manners, Jumping up!
Topics Covered:
➡️Recall, coming when called with distractions
➡️Focus & Attention with distractions
➡️Jumping up and self-control
➡️Leave it – Take it
Book your place here
Training Assessment Our training assessments are a 10-15minute meet with a member of our training team. The assessment will help distinguish which would be ...
We have a few spaces available in St Anne's Park, Raheny this Sunday for both our Puppy & Level One Training Course
Book your place here https://dspcadogtraining.ie/
Wilson 🐾🖤
A big well done to Wilson & humans on completing the 3 week Terrible Three Course.
Topics Covered:
➡️Recall, coming when called with distractions
➡️Focus & Attention with distractions
➡️Jumping up and self-control
➡️Leave it – Take it
Book your place here https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training/the-terrible-three
Level One Graduation 🎓
Well done to all on completing our 4 week training course.
Book your place online here www.dspcadogtraining.ie
Well Behaved Walkies Graduation
This is a 2 week course that focuses solely on Loose Lead & Recall.
https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/workshops/well-behaved-walkies
ONLY 1 TICKEY LEFT!
We are delighted to announce that the next Big Stretch for the DSPCA will take place on Sunday, the 1st of September 2024 at 10.30am.
Our first Big Stretch took place earlier in July and it was a huge success. A guided yoga session in our stunning memorial garden, followed by puppy socialisation, dog walking, a visit to the cattery and the small animals and exotics house… what’s not to love 🧡🐾
Spaces are limited, so be sure to book your ticket early 🔗 https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-big-stretch-for-the-dspca-2024-tickets-959455997717
See you all there 🐾
The gorgeous Nala 🖤
This lovely lady recently graduated from our 4 week training course.
Find the right course for you https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie
Level One Graduates 🎓
Level One Training Classes are the perfect obedience course for all dogs over 6 months.
Topics:
-Focus & Attention
-Loose Lead
-Sit - Down - Stay
-Recall
-Go to bed!
-Leave it
-Tricks
Book your place here https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training/level-one-training
A big well done to Max on his graduation day 🎓
Find the right course for you and book online www.dspcadogtraining.ie
☎️ 01-4994790
The Terrible Three Graduates
Recall, Leash Manners, Jumping up!
Topics Covered:
➡️Recall, coming when called with distractions
➡️Focus & Attention with distractions
➡️Jumping up and self-control
➡️Leave it – Take it
Book your place here https://dspcadogtraining.ie/courses-for-your-dog/ -three
Koba 🐾 Well done on graduating from our 4 week training course with Mary. Book your course online www.dspcadogtraining.ie
Last places available in Red Stables, St Anne’s Park, Raheny
Book your course here www.dspcadogtraining.ie
DSPCA Summer Camp Program
“A Fun & Educational Week”
The camps are help onsite the DSPCA, Mount Venus Road, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16
Only 5 spaces left on the next camp starting Week 29th July – 2nd August, 9.30AM – 4.00PM suitable for Children aged 11-13years
During the week of the camp your child will participate in many different activities.
Throughout the camp we will do activities such as;
-Arts & Crafts
-Baking
-Slime Making
-Nature Trail Walks & Hunts
Education
As education is extremely important to us here at the DSPCA we will include some educational presentations to help educate the younger generation on responsible dog ownership, caring for animals and animal safety.
Training Sessions
We are extremely lucky to have the involvement of a talented DSPCA Dog Training team, when trainers are available and onsite the DSPCA they will contribute to the camps demonstrating obiedience classes, fun tricks and enrichment.
Book here https://www.dspca.ie/education/ -kids-camp-sec
Well Behaved Walkies Graduation 🐾 Book your place online www.dspcadogtraining.ie
So much cuteness at puppy play term!! Come join the party next week🥳🧡🩷
Book online
https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training/puppy-play-term
Puppy play term have that weekend feeling 🥳🥰🧡
Re: Ban on XL Bully Dogs
The DSPCA understand that Minister Humphreys has had a difficult decision to make and we will await the detailed legislation and engage with relevant stakeholders to determine how this will work in practical terms.
As a charity our fears are that people will panic and abandon their pets or look at already full rescue centres to rehome them.
Full statement to follow.
With regards to the reported communication from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council referencing unclaimed restricted breed dogs at Dublin County Dog Shelter– The DSPCA are awaiting confirmation and further clarity on this from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. Following clarification, the DSPCA will respond and act appropriately.
Who has the best smile EVER!🙃
This handsome boy is Jellybean and just like jelly, he is a big softie. Jellybean has been here in the shelter for 5 months.😔
He was found as a stray, underweight and hungry... sadly no one came forward to claim him. He has since gained weight and is thriving. He is a big boy, which is one of the reasons we think he has not had any applications, however, for his size he walks exceptionally well on lead. Afterwards he loves to snooze. He loves everyone he meets and could live with another calm dog who would like to potter about and just enjoy the company of a doggie pal. He has not lived with a cat but has no averse reactions when he sees one. He travels well in the car and regularly enjoys offsite walks with our volunteers where he loves to say hello to new people along the walk.
He really is the best boy!🧡
This boy has been in the shelter too long already.
If you can offer him his forever home, please visit the shelter or contact our team.
Adoptions: 014994710 | [email protected]
We have a few spaces left this Saturday in Bushy Park, our courses run an hour a week for 4 weeks.
Visit www.dspcadogtraining.ie
Dublin SPCA, Mount Venus Road, Rathfarnham
Dublin
DUBLIN16
| Monday | 7am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 7pm |
| Friday | 7am - 7pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 1pm |
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Two Week Scent Detection Workshop 👃 Ever wish your dog could find your keys to the TV remote? Here’s your chance to learn how to train your dog in our special two week introductory scent course. Week One • Introduction to scent work • Teaching your dog to recognize a specific scent • Finding that scent • Introduction to retrieving items Week Two • More difficult searches • Retrieving hidden items https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/workshops/scent-games
It was a beautiful Sunny Sunday morning in St Anne’s Park Raheny yesterday morning 🥰 We have a few spaces left for the last course of the year here in this location https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training
THE TERRIBLE THREE 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ 🔸Jumping Up 🔸Rocket Recall 🔸Loose Leash Walking We have designed this three week course to work on these three specific issues many dog owners struggle with on a daily basis. We can provide you with tips, tools and positive training techniques to help you battle these terrible three issues. For all upcoming courses and to book follow the link: https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training/the-terrible-three
There is a bridge at rainbow’s end, A billion strands together bend. Each heartstring once linked, friend to friend, Now human hearts remain to mend. For all too brief a space of time, Our hearts and lifelines intertwine. But one strand, shorter, soon unwinds. The bridge, with finest threads, is lined. As hard as grief is to have known, With each loss our hearts have grown. And, when our tapestries are sewn, The bridge will guide our heartstrings home. by @antoinettefennell #dspcagarden #comingsoon #pets #dspca #dspcacares #mydspcarescue
Posted @withregram • DSPCA He’s doing EVERYTHING he can to win the hearts of the nation but all he needs is one to adopt him 🥺 We just can’t believe that we still don’t have a forever home for Vito! While is he having a wonderful time in his foster home, it won’t be forever and we are so desperate to find a family who will adopt him and make him part of their family. Vito has a heart of gold and he’s a bit of a lazy boy. He adores being with his humans and loves cuddling up and lounging around the house. He’s great in the house, in the care and he’s super smart! Vito can be strong on the lead at first when he’s in a new environment but our training team @dspcadogtraining have come on board to help us find Vito a home and they will offer his family a free private 1-2-1 training class to help his new owners with this. He does settle once he’s familiar with his new surroundings he just needs a little time and patience. Come on EVERYONE, there just HAS to be a family out there for Vito and we won’t stop until we find them! #adoptme #dogs #vito #adoptdontshop #bullbreed
Pet First Aid Course 🩹⛑️ Students receive 4 CPD hours certification & an accredited certificate validated for 3 years. This course is ideal for any pet owner or pet professionals. Pet first aid is not aimed to replace veterinary care but it will help you to recognize an emergency, calm your pet and reduce the risks of delayed treatment. Find out more & book here https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/human-education/canine-first-aid
Interested in becoming a dog trainer? Check out our 12 week course studying Canine Behavior & Dog Training. This course is held on a Tuesday evening at the DSPCA. The course provides a twelve week introduction to animal behaviours and dog training techniques. Students then will use the practical knowledge they have learned and put it in place during practical sessions. All graduates are then offered the opportunity to assist in our dog training internship which they assist classes with the hope to move on to become a dog trainer. To find out more about the course visit ➡️ https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/human-education/canine-behavior-and-dog-training
👃 Let them sniff challenge 👃 Your dog’s nose is an amazing thing! Did you know: Dogs smell in 3D! Both your dog’s nostrils work independently, meaning your dog can not only smell a scent, they can map out and locate where it is in their environment too. Dogs can breath in and out at the same time! The little slits on the outer side of your dog’s nose allow them the breath out air, as the nostrils take air in. Dogs can detect smells at concentrations up to 100 million times less than us humans have the ability to - a dog can smell the equivalent of one teaspoon of sugar in two Olympic sized swimming pools of water! Us humans rely mainly on our sense of sight to take in and process our world. In comparison, our furry canine friends rely heavily on their sense of smell. So while it’s wonderful when our dogs follow our visual gestures and facial expressions, it’s super important to allow them time to be a dog and have a good sniff! We challenge you to slow down on your walks and let your dogs use them noses and sniff 🐶 www.dspcadogtraining.ie
Rocket Recall Why is teaching your dog Recall so important? The most important reason why is your pets safety! Having a dog with good recall can prevent a number of dangerous and life-threatening situations such as being hit by a car, running away, approaching an aggressive dog, interacting with wildlife, these are just a few situations solid recall can help you avoid overall. To make sure all dogs have this important skill, we have designed a 1 hour recall masterclass. Our Rocket Recall uses simple and fun games to teach your dog how to come back when called. Sign up here today https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/workshops/rocket-recall
Hide & Seek Recall Game 🚀 Does your dog come back when called? Struggling with your recall? JOIN OUR 1 HOUR RECALL WORKSHOP Are you finding that it’s successful at home or in the park when there are no other dogs around, but not so good when there’s competition for your dog’s attention? This fun workshop will give you the tools and introduce you to a number of techniques to build a more solid recall against a wide variety of distractions! BOOK HERE https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/workshops/rocket-recall
Well Behaved Walkies This is a two-week Masterclass that solely focuses on Loose Lead Walking & Rocket Recall. These are the skills needed to have your dog under effectual control in public places. The course program includes: • Building your dog’s confidence in public places • Loose leash walking • Friendly greeting dogs and people • Reading your dog’s body language • Walking to heel on and off leash • Recall with distraction • Keeping yourself and your dog entertained on walks Book your place here ➡️ https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/workshops/well-behaved-walkies
Little Leo 🥰 Leo on week 2 of our 4 week Puppy Training course very enthusiastic leaping into his ‘Go to bed’ 🛌 Find the right course for you ➡️ https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training
⭐️Review⭐️ We love to hear from you after you complete your course ☺️ Well done to Luna & family on all their hard work over the 4 weeks. www.dspcadogtraining.ie “Hi Mary Lin keaveney here, Chris mom! I was at one of your classes with Luna. Just emailed to say thank you, I thought the classes were super, you did a great job, definitely would recommend them to other people. My main thing is getting her to stop pulling the lead and also get her used to other dogs 🐶. She was more nervous than other pups I’ve had with people but she’s improving Would love to see the pics you took on the last day and if there is a link you would like to send me to recommend classes to other people you can send it here Thanks again Lin Chris & especially Luna 🐕 “
Pupsicles a great idea to keep your pets hydrated during this hot weather. Always remember have bowls of water available in each room and ensure they don’t spend too long in the sunshine ☀️ www.dspcadogtraining.ie
Posted @withregram • @brucejuniorthelabrador Where pups go to have fun 🤪 - Saturday Play Date @dspcadogtraining 🤩 Register here https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training/puppy-play-term
LOOSE LEAD WALKING FT EGG 🥚 & SPOON 🥄 Well done to Buddy & his human on completing his egg & spoon loose lead walking challenge! Need help with loose lead walking? Check out our course options below ⬇️ ➡️4 Week Level One Training Course; this is ideal for anyone who has not completed any training before and gives you your foundation level with the distractions of other dogs and people https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training/level-one-training ➡️Well Behaved Walkies, this is a two week workshop that focuses solely on loose lead walking & recall. https://www.dspcadogtraining.ie/dog-training/level-one-training
Mango running into the day like 💨 www.dspcadogtraining.ie
Welcome to the team 🐶 Our newest member needs a name… post your suggestions below ⬇️ #namethedog #commercialcar #electric
Our dog training academy is based onsite at the DSPCA and in many parks around Dublin. 100% of our income goes directly to fund the work of the DSPCA in helping sick, injured & cruelly treated animals.
We use force free training methods, we do not use or allow prong collars, chock chains, shock collars or physical force on your dog.
Our method is strictly positive reinforcement. This means your dog will be rewarded for correct behaviors. The easiest way to quickly reinforce a behavior is with food. But we will also use toys, attention and praise once the goal behavior is understood.
We will always set your dog up for success throughout their learning process. Training requires patience and consistency, we ask owners remain both throughout their training classes and afterwards.
By using positive reinforcement your dog will love training and learning. Your dog will look forward to training sessions and you dog will be easy to teach.
Your dog will be happy, confident and fear-free.
Contact Details:
01-4994795
DSPCA Pet Hotel & Doggie Daycare
Mount Venus Road
