LET THEM Be DOGS

08/08/2024

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04/08/2024

03/08/2024

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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30/05/2024

Thanks for the adventures , our first "on water" session was great fun ! Fae managed the stand up aspect of paddle boarding , Finn fully mastered the chill aspect and no one fell in , yay 😎🐳🌊💫🧚‍♂️🤗🙌

25/04/2024

📣📣📣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!⚠️

06/04/2024

Why not come and try Ireland's fastest growing canine sport.
🐾🐾MANTRAILING 🐾🐾
Harness your dogs natural abilities, we teach them how to take a scent and follow it, you will learn how to handle a long line and some basics in reading your dogs body language. We will speak about how to progress, once you have completed an introduction session , we offer regular progression session, with the opportunity to meet up with other trailing groups from Galway, and explore new locations.....

This sport is open to all, if your dog is nervous it will help increase confidence, reactive dogs are welcome as each dog is trailed individually, energetic dogs will get a chance to expend energy and all will have the chance to amaze you.

Qualified Mantrailing Global Instructor, force free positive dog trainer, background in rescue work and a vested interest in your dogs wellbeing.

06/04/2024

It's a tea and book day ! Plus we need to rest ahead of our big adventure tomorrow with &

29/02/2024

Galway Oughterard, Connemara.....
Teresa's classes are mad craic 😎 and her knowledge in canine behaviour means each dog is catered for as an individual.... Sure what else would you be at ?

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

28/02/2024

Braving that Connemara rain and learning some new techniques to help build confidence - Hero was amazing. Mantrailing has so many benefits.
Thanks Redline Canine we really enjoyed working with you guys today.

07/02/2024

The next workshop will take place on Saturday 24th February at 1 p.m. Westport
Small groups to maximise your progression.
If your dog struggles in a group setting 1-1 home sessions can be booked mid week.

29/01/2024

Our next mantrailing introduction session will run on February 10th. Westport, Mayo.

Mantrailing is a fun sport for all, we work to you and your dogs ability, no prior training required.

Using techniques formulated by search and rescue teams, we adopt these skills and turn it into a fun sport for both you and your dog, regardless of age or breed, if your dog is nervous reactive we've got you covered. Mantrailing not only builds confidence but also builds on bond and understanding (on both sides of the lead).

🎓We will cover line handling techniques
🎓Teach your dog to take a scent and follow it.
🎓You will have the opportunity to trail your dog
& watch other teams complete trails

🗝️Unlock your dogs natural ability to seek out the trail layer....and learn more about how you can progress these skills.

Our progression session for 2024 promise to be adventurous & lots of fun.

Warning * This sport is highly addictive 🙂

29/01/2024

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,

_______________________

15/01/2024

Loose lead skills workshop. February 11th 🐶

🐾 Small groups for maximum progress
🐾 Learn different loose lead walking techniques
🐾 Improve the quality of your walk for you & best pal
🐾 Walk away armed with new tools for fun walks
🐾 2 hour session, morning or afternoon slots available.
🐾private sessions available for reactive dogs

Message for more details.

02/01/2024

On Saturday last - as we were about to head off for a hike with the dogs - a call came through to ask us to assist in pulling this dog from the heavy flow of the Camcor River. We grabbed some dry suits and leads, luckily some brave guys got there before us, set up ladders and were able to bring the dog safely back to the river bank. The dog was cold but happy to be rescued, he was later reunited with his owner and we all went home felling a little better about ourselves.
Well done to people who called it in, and the guys who treated this dogs life with the respect it deserves.....

Gardai and members of the public rescued a dog that was in distress from a river in Offaly on Saturday.  The dog was spotted in distress in the Camcor River. Birr Gardai responded and assisted by members of the community, managed to rescue the dog.  Initially the dog was given to the Offal...

18/12/2023

Spending the day at MADRA - Mutts Anonymous Dog Rescue and Adoption with the talented Teresa Abeyta from Redline Canine - is as good as a day gets for me. My heart lies with rescue dogs and being able to share some of my new skills in Mantrailing and give the volunteers and dogs some time out from the kennel routine was an honour. The dogs we worked with showed skill, trust, and enthusiasm - to be able to focus on the tasks we set and trust in their handlers just highlights the fact that Rescue dogs ROCK ! Every home should have 2 or 3 ☺️. I can't wait to get back there in January for more of the same. I want to thank the staff and volunteers at Madra for taking time out of their busy schedule to learn some new skills and give the dogs a chance to shine. Please friends , if you are thinking of bring a dog into your home choose a rescue.
Special thanks to Shep, Bonnie, Zeplin🤘, Garry, JoJo, and Oscar - you guys rocked

06/12/2023

📰Update:
Today's weather had both impacts 👎 and benefits👍 for the trailing dogs. 🐶
💨 Winds of force 4 meant the scent blew around - creating some small challenges for the dogs.
☔But the rain, in contrast, helped the scent particles shed by the trail layer - stick to the ground. 🙌
📍Today we visited an unfamiliar location which can be distracting for some dogs, but the crew aced it.

There are many factors to consider when planning a mantrailing session, getting it right for the dogs to succeed being the most important.

Fae here is coming on leaps and bounds (literally). Coming from a difficult first 6 years of life - in the hands of people who used her for illegal hunting and breeding, full of war wounds and requiring cruciate surgery, left to the streets - full of milk from a litter that were nowhere to be found😢 rescued by the amazing people - where her road to a better life began.

Fae may not (yet) be ready to win an Olympian medal in Mantrailing - but everytime she wags that tail as she leaps through the forest and finds that lady with the cheesus - its a gold medal win ❤️🐾

Mantrailing is for every dog, no matter the background, no matter the breed, no matter the age, no matter the size.

06/12/2023

Mantrailing preparation begins the night before - according to Fae it requires as much rest as possible prior to the job, preferably on sheep skin - paired with some soft lighting & music. 🐾

Checklist:

✓ scrummy treats
✓ harness / flat collar
✓ longline / lead
✓ progression plan
✓ cosy waterproof doggie jacket
✓ map
✓ trail layer ( )
✓ human ( )
✓ enthusiasm
✓ big girl pants
✓ a stash of kisses and cuddles

More to follow later ..........

What is Mantrailing ? - Training dogs to find people for fun, building confidence, working with dogs natural abilities, bringing out the best in them, discovering new places, keeping fit, having fun, and giving them the life they deserve........

🐾Watching them win never gets old......❤️

30/11/2023

Correct 🐶

29/11/2023

🐾Dusk adventure🐾 🌚🐾
2° & clear skies ☀️ Fae donned her winter Jacket, all 3 had a little sea paddle and zoomies. 4km and a moonlite walk back

27/11/2023

How did you spend your day ? If you wish it was like this- contact me for more info'.

🐾 Mantrailing - Teaching dogs to find people for fun, based on search and rescue techniques, engaging our companions amazing olfactory🐽 abilities, building confidence, rewarding and enhancing their lives and ours 🐾

🎁 Why not gift them a workshop for Christmas 🎁

🐾 photo features Fae - who came to live with me last year from Galway SPCA , she's a mix of amazingly resilient, beautiful, nervous reactive, sometimes shy and sometimes unsure of how to let go and have fun in a new environment, but, today, none of these behaviours took her focus from the job of locating the nice lady with the cheese - Redline Canine

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24/11/2023

🐾🐾Want to give your puppy a solid start ?🐾🐾
Build a happy housemate & a confident social companion. Now taking bookings for 2024.
Call or message Helen on 085 265 1407.
Email: [email protected]
Classes will run each Saturday in January.
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