Redline Canine

22/08/2024

Who’s ready for the dog show this Sunday?! 🐾

Don’t forget about our Dog Show !!!

31/07/2024

Looking for exciting activities to do with your dog? Get in touch with Burren School for Dogs
I’m booking my spot today!!

Yippee Autumn Schedule is coming together!
So where are our classes? We work in the amazing Burren Nature Sanctuary & Botanical Collection in Galway as well as Banner Equestrian Centre in Clare.
We are certified and members of the The IMDT and are force and fear free. We are also trained under K9 Detect & Find Ireland and The College Of Scent Dogs Ltd. We work with all dog breeds and ages ( puppies fully vaccinated for group classes). We are also certified Easy Peasy Puppy trainers. We welcome, support and work with rescue dogs at their pace.

Classes we offer as follows:
At home puppy package
1:1 sessions for dogs with specific requirements
Group class training sessions
Scent work
Mantrailing

Group classes are 6 weeks and €150
Scent work sessions are 7pm-9pm and €150 per term. ( homework box to purchase separately).
Mantrailing is €65 per workshop and normally 10am-4pm with picnic lunch included.
What’s app to book on 0858890100

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22/06/2024

04/06/2024

Calling all Force Free Trainers and Behaviour Consultants!

Are you a certified force free trainer or qualified behaviourist anywhere in Ireland? Would you like to be included in our recommend list of Nationwide trainers?
Email
[email protected]
Include: your business name
qualifications
Experience
Ethos
Rates and if you will provide CAW dogs with a discount.
All applicants will be researched thoroughly and have a phone interview

03/06/2024

YASS QUEEN!!!!

I had the absolute pleasure of mentoring the awesome who are based way of West and my oh my, some exciting things are happening out there.

It is such a joy to support other people in this industry and help wriggle out a plan from all the amazing ideas I'm learning about.

The best bit is, the gorgeous networks and connections we're making as part of this process and I can't wait to meet more of you.

Interested?
Get in touch or check out the website for mentorship details.

25/04/2024

Road Trip!!
We’re heading to Dunmore, Co Galway to the wonderful Doggie Do's who have invited us to their amazing venue. Can’t wait to get those doggie noses to work!

📣📣📣𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙤𝙜 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝘿𝙪𝙣𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚, 𝙏𝙪𝙖𝙢, 𝙂𝙖𝙡𝙬𝙖𝙮 & 𝙗𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙... 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚!📣📣📣

Teresa from Redline Canine has kindly agreed to come to Doggie Do's to do an intro to mantrailing. It's an amazing activity to do with your dog, helps strengthen your bond and gives them an outlet to put their nose to work! I'll definitely be booking a space!👌

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜?

🐾Training dogs to find people as a sport
🐾 All dogs are worked separately and are on lead at all times
🐾 Great for reactive dogs
🐾 Great for anxious and nervous dogs
🐾 Great for all breeds, all ages!

If you'd be interested in attending we'll set up a date & send on more info. Please DM if you think you'd like to attend. Places are very limited so be sure to contact me soon if you're interested. 😊🐾

I said in my earlier post that I trust very few people with my dogs... Teresa is one of the chosen ones! Having worked with her in MADRA I can 100% say she's extremely kind, ethical & her knowledge about dog behaviour is astounding!

⚠️Don't miss out!⚠️

23/04/2024

Taco Tuesday 🌮🐾
Tacos titbit of advice for the day is:
Please don’t punish your dog for practicing behaviours that are natural for them. Find a way to give them that outlet in a safe way!
🐶 Digging is a natural behaviour for dogs of any breed. Taco, pictured here in his sandpit, does all his digging here instead of in flowerbeds and lawns 😃

15/04/2024

Depressing news!!!

Yes, our dogs bleed when they are cut.
Yes, our dogs feel pain.
Yes, our dogs are emotional beings with independent thoughts and feelings.
Yes, our dogs experience shock and remember traumatic experiences.
No, they are NOT indestructible!!!

Over the weekend one of our working assistance dogs was viciously attacked by two large breed dogs without visible owners! Our poor boy received multiple puncture wounds across his body.
Fortunately his little human was not with him at the time and the screams of the 3 adults desperately trying to rescue our boy (who was on lead) attracted the attention of the owners who signalled their dogs to release. This is deeply worrying news and has been reported to the guards so we won’t be releasing any personal details.
For now a child is without his assistance dog and it’s an unsure time if our poor boy will ever fully recover from this traumatic experience to be able to assist his child again!

10/04/2024

It's Dog Bite Prevention Week!
🐕
I think we've all heard by now that dog bites very rarely happen "out of the blue".
Dogs usually tell us when they are uncomfortable, afraid or perceive something as a threat.
if we paid as much attention to their body language as they pay to ours, there wouldn't be such a breakdown on communication.
Did you ever notice your dog at home, watching every move you make? From our facial expressions to subtle movements, I've heard people say "it's like they can read my mind!"
or the more obvious ones like putting on your runners or picking up their lead!
They are experts in human body language.
If we paid even a quarter of the attention they do to us, it would make for a much harmonious relationship.

So the next time your dog displaying subtle signs that they are uneasy
🐶 lip licking
🐶 yawning
🐶 whale eye (whites of eyes showing)
🐶 ears back
🐶 freezing/stiff body
🐶 closed tight mouth

Or more obvious like
🐶 growling
🐶 showing teeth

Listen to them. Don't punish or scold them, look at it from your dogs POV. They might be in pain and don't want to be petted, they might have been asleep and didn't want to be woken up. Help your dog feel more comfortable in these situations.

Note**
If you feel that your dog is displaying signs of aggression such as barking or growling at visitors or guarding items, food or even people in your home, this should be assessed by a certified positive reinforcement and fear free canine professional.

05/04/2024

Keep em safe!

Following the latest weather alert issued by Met Eireann, the ISPCA is asking pet owners to ensure that their animals are kept safely indoors during 🍃Here are five simple yet effective tips to keep your pet safe during extreme wind and rain weather:

𝟭. 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿: Make sure your pet has a safe and secure shelter to retreat to during extreme weather. Whether it's a sturdy pet house, a designated room indoors, or a crate, ensure that it provides protection from wind, rain, and potential flooding. Avoid leaving your pet outside during severe weather conditions, as they could get injured or distressed.

𝟮. 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Ensure your pet has proper identification, like a collar with an ID tag and most importantly a microchip. Storms can be disorienting, and in case your pet gets scared and wanders off, having updated identification increases the chances of a safe return.

𝟯. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁 & 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: During extreme wind and rain weather, provide comfort and reassurance to your pet. Stay calm and composed to help alleviate their anxiety. Engage in calming activities such as gentle petting, soothing words, or playing soft music to distract them from the storm outside.

𝟰. 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲: Keep your pet indoors during stormy weather to avoid potential dangers like lightning, strong winds, or debris. If your pet needs to go outside, make it brief and ensure they are on a short lead or in a secure enclosure. Avoid walks until the storm has passed. Ensure stables are well grounded inside and have lightning rods when keeping equines inside.

𝟱. 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗞𝗶𝘁: Assemble a pet emergency kit containing essentials like food, water, medications, and any comfort items. Keep this kit easily accessible so that you can quickly grab incase of emergencies. It's also a good idea to include a recent photo of your pet in the event they manage to escape!

31/03/2024

Anyone working or volunteering in rescue, working with nervous or anxious dogs (& cats)
This is a nice introduction on body language, handling procedures using a gentle approach which minimises the fear and stress which the animals inevitably experience upon entry into rescue shelters.
It’s a free of charge and can easily be completed in a couple of days.

29/03/2024

Happy Easter everyone. Remember, chocolate is toxic to dogs! Keep them safe this Easter Weekend

29/02/2024

2 Spots left for this Sunday! 1:30-5pm
Get outdoors with your dog & work together as a team
Excellent for nervous, fearful, reactive dogs
All dogs worked separately
Any breed, any age,
Dogs with disabilities welcome!

Learn the skill of Mantrailing with Qualified Instructor,
Dog trainer & Behaviour consultant

Next Mantrailing Workshop is here! Get you and your dog out and about!
Is it for you and your dog? YES!
🥎 All dogs are on lead at all times
🥎 Excellent for nervous and reactive dogs
🥎 Dog are worked one at a time
🥎 All breeds and ages welcome

27/02/2024

Thank you to Galway Technical Institute and the wonderful students for having me today for a Mantrailing demonstration. Taco did his best to entertain everyone!
Special thanks to Stephanie Costello for the invitation. We had so much fun 🐾

25/02/2024

Even though this applies all year round, lambing season is here! Please practice responsible dog ownership and keep your dog on lead around livestock. If you live near farms/livestock please be aware of your dogs whereabouts at all times. Do not allow your dog to roam. Its not worth the possible harm to livestock but to your dog also! Remember farmers are only protecting their sheep/livelihood should they have to shoot.

To coincide with the lambing season, Galway County Council would like to highlight the responsibility of dog owners and the vulnerability of sheep to
dog attacks. It is the responsibility of dog owners under the Control of Dogs Act, to ensure that their dogs are under effective control at all times.
Attacks on sheep can result in economic losses to the farmer, for which the dog owner can be held liable under the Control of Dogs Act. All Dog Owners are
requested to be particularly vigilant at this time of year and to ensure that their dog is never let out unsupervised, particularly at night, and is under control at all times.
Farmers who are affected are asked to report all attacks to the Gardaí and Galway County Council’s dog warden service.

21/02/2024

Next Mantrailing Workshop is here! Get you and your dog out and about!
Is it for you and your dog? YES!
🥎 All dogs are on lead at all times
🥎 Excellent for nervous and reactive dogs
🥎 Dog are worked one at a time
🥎 All breeds and ages welcome

17/02/2024

Well done to Mae, Bella and their humans who braved the miserable weather this morning!
We learned about the safe use and handling of long lines and how to incorporate them into not only our recall training but how to use them to help meet our dogs needs out on walks.
Well done teams!
🐾

11/02/2024

Star students, 5 yr old Saoirse & 10month old Pomsky, Milo today attending their 3rd training class.

At such a young age Saoirse is such a compassionate dog guardian, she is making sure herself and Milo do their training everyday after school!
So when you see them around the village, make sure you congratulate them on their progress!
Go Saoirse and Milo!! 🥳

08/02/2024

1 space left for Recall this Saturday!
This is a series of 4 classes, message for more info 🐾

30/01/2024

NEW CLASSES ADDED!
Starting Saturday Feb 10th 10am-11am
Will run for 4 consecutive Saturdays

29/01/2024

It's time for Recall!
This is a 4 week class starting Sunday Feb 11th, 12pm - 1pm
Max of 4 per class so don't delay!

29/01/2024

Do you want to try mantrailing but don’t know if a group setting is right for your dog? Or maybe your schedule doesn’t match up with our current workshops?

Private Sessions are available!
Message for more details. 🐾

We had a cracking session today with Kelly Barbara & Gary, they absolutely knocked it out of the park, working several trails, finishing up with a double blind search, (neither dog nor handler know where their missing person is hiding) well done team!

Thank you to Helen from LET THEM Be DOGS who also came to trail with a student dog of hers, Narah, who has only been trailing for 3 months, not only aced her rural trails today but also urban trails too.

And the weather could not have been better! 🥰

28/01/2024

A busy weekend of mantrailing thanks to Carrie Hoade for being an amazing “missing person” yesterday
Today we held our very first group class where we are focusing on Loose Lead Walking!
This is a 4 week course, today we covered the fundamentals and all the dogs and their humans are gone away home to train so they can show off their progress at next week’s class!

27/01/2024

Just a little workshop today. But soo much fun, people and dogs learning loads.
Well done guys!

20/01/2024

Ban the Use of Shock Collars on Dogs
Get your email into:
[email protected]
before 26th January 2024.

Don't have time? Copy and Paste this bad boy right here 👇

Subject: Petition to Ban the Use of Shock Collars on Dogs

To Whom it May Concern,
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concern and to formally petition for the prohibition of shock collars for dogs. As a passionate advocate for animal welfare, I believe that it is our responsibility to ensure the well-being and humane treatment of our four-legged companions.

Shock collars, also known as electronic or e-collars, have become increasingly prevalent in dog training, and their use raises serious ethical and welfare concerns. These devices deliver electric shocks to dogs, often as a form of punishment or correction for undesired behaviour. The physical and psychological effects of shock collars on dogs are distressing and can lead to severe stress, anxiety, and long-term behavioural issues.

Several scientific studies and reputable animal behaviour organisations, including the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behaviour (AVSAB) and the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP), have condemned the use of shock collars due to the potential harm they cause to dogs.
They have been banned in several European countries on the grounds of animal welfare due to the pain and discomfort they cause and the serious wounds dogs can get from them. The adverse effects include increased aggression, fear, and a breakdown in the human-animal bond.

Moreover, there are alternative, positive reinforcement-based training methods that have proven to be effective in modifying dog behaviour without resorting to aversive tools like shock collars. Positive reinforcement not only addresses behavioural issues but also fosters a trusting and loving relationship between dogs and their owners.

Therefore, I kindly request that The Advisory Council for Companion Animal Welfare takes a proactive stance in protecting the well-being of dogs by advocating for a ban on the use of shock collars. This measure aligns with the growing awareness of humane training methods and reflects a commitment to ensuring the ethical treatment of animals.

I understand that your organisation plays a crucial role in shaping policies related to animal welfare, and I trust that you will give due consideration to this matter. By taking a stand against shock collars, we can contribute to a society that prioritises compassion and understanding in our interactions with animals.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing about any positive steps that will be taken to address this important issue.

Sincerely,

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