Yes. Clare Dog Training Ireland provides premium one-to-one in-home dog training and behaviour consultations nationwide across Ireland. The service is not limited to Clare. I travel to homes across Ireland to work with dogs in the real environment where the behaviour is actually happening.

This includes puppy training, dog behaviour consultations, aggression, reactivity, lead pulling, recall, rescue dog support, family dog training and structured behaviour work inside the home.

Yes. My service is based around in-home dog training in Ireland, where the dog is assessed in the household, routine and environment where the problem is happening.

This gives a much clearer picture than trying to judge the dog in a class or unfamiliar setting. The training plan is built around the dog, the owner, the home, the family and the real daily situations that need to change.

In-home dog training allows the dog to be assessed in the place where the behaviour is happening. A group class may teach basic commands, but it often does not show what is going on inside the home, around visitors, children, routines, doorways, food, rest, excitement and daily handling.

My work looks at the dog, the owner, the household, the environment and the real pattern behind the behaviour. That gives a more accurate and practical training plan.

Yes. I provide puppy training at home across Ireland. This is ideal for owners who want the correct foundation from the beginning and want the puppy trained around their actual household, family routine and lifestyle.

Puppy training at home can include toilet training, crate training, biting and nipping, chewing, jumping up, lead introduction, recall, confidence building, calmness, social exposure, handling, boundaries and early behaviour prevention.

My puppy training programme is an A-to-Z foundation for puppy raising and early development. It is not just about basic commands. It is about helping the puppy fit into the home, the family and the owner’s lifestyle in a structured way.

The programme can cover toilet training, sleeping routines, crate or bed structure, biting, chewing, jumping, recall, lead work, confidence, engagement, calmness, boundaries, household management, safe exposure and prevention of future behavioural issues.

Yes. Puppy biting and nipping are common, but they still need proper structure. Ignoring it completely can allow the behaviour to become stronger, especially in high-drive, confident or overexcited puppies.

I help owners understand why the puppy is biting, when it happens, what is reinforcing it, and how to put the right balance of routine, rest, redirection, handling, engagement and boundaries in place.

Yes. Toilet training depends on routine, timing, supervision, access, rest, feeding patterns and consistency. Many toilet training problems continue because the puppy has too much freedom too soon, or the owner is missing the correct timing.

I help owners build a clear daily structure so the puppy learns where to toilet and the household becomes easier to manage.

Yes. I provide dog behaviour consultations across Ireland for owners dealing with behaviour problems that need more than basic obedience training.

This can include aggression, reactivity, anxiety, fear, guarding, overexcitement, barking, lead problems, household management issues, rescue dog problems and dogs that are becoming difficult to control in daily life.

Dog training usually focuses on teaching responses such as lead walking, recall, sit, stay, place work and general obedience. Dog behaviour work looks deeper at why the dog is reacting, guarding, panicking, lunging, barking, biting, avoiding or losing control.

Many dogs need both. My work combines practical training, behaviour assessment, owner education, management and structured support inside the dog’s real environment.

Yes. I work with dogs showing aggression towards people, dogs, visitors, family members or in specific situations. Aggression needs to be taken seriously and assessed properly, especially when there is risk inside the home or on walks.

The work focuses on safety, management, understanding the trigger pattern, improving owner control, changing the dog’s response where possible, and putting a realistic plan in place for the household.

Yes. Aggression in the home needs proper assessment because the behaviour may involve guarding, fear, pressure, poor management, confusion, overarousal, lack of structure or conflict within the household.

I assess the dog’s behaviour in the home, how the household is operating, what is triggering the behaviour and what needs to change. The priority is safety, control, structure and a practical plan the owner can follow.

Yes. Lead reactivity is one of the most common issues I deal with. This can include barking, lunging, pulling, spinning, whining, fixation, frustration, fear, overexcitement or aggressive-looking behaviour around dogs, people, traffic or movement.

Reactivity usually needs better handling, better engagement, clearer structure, suitable exposure and a plan the owner can follow in real life.

Yes. Lead pulling is usually connected to excitement, habit, lack of engagement, poor handling, inconsistent boundaries or the dog learning that pulling works.

I help owners build better lead control, calmer movement, clearer handling and stronger engagement. The approach depends on the dog’s breed, temperament, size, drive, history and the owner’s ability to handle the dog safely.

Yes. Reliable recall is not built by shouting the dog’s name and hoping for the best. It comes from engagement, motivation, timing, consistency, controlled freedom and proper training around distractions.

I help owners understand why the dog is ignoring them, what the dog is choosing instead, and how to build a stronger response in real environments.

Yes. Jumping up is usually linked to excitement, weak boundaries, poor impulse control, inconsistent handling or the dog learning that physical behaviour gets attention.

I help owners put a structure in place so the dog learns calmer greetings, better control around people and more appropriate behaviour when visitors or family members enter the home.

Yes. Barking at visitors can come from excitement, guarding, insecurity, habit, poor control or a dog that has taken on too much responsibility inside the home.

I assess what is actually driving the behaviour and then put a plan in place for doorways, greetings, visitor management, owner handling, boundaries and calmer behaviour inside the house.

Yes. Separation issues need careful assessment because the behaviour can involve panic, frustration, overdependence, poor routine, lack of independence, environmental stress or previous learning.

I help owners look at the full picture, including the dog’s daily structure, sleeping arrangements, owner attachment pattern, household routine, exercise, rest, boundaries and gradual independence work.

Yes. Rescue dogs often need more than kindness and time. They need structure, calm handling, clear routines, safe boundaries and a proper plan for settling into the household.

I help owners understand the dog in front of them, avoid overwhelming the dog too quickly, manage the home correctly and build trust without allowing problem behaviour to become established.

Yes. Nervous and anxious dogs need a structured approach that builds confidence without flooding the dog or allowing avoidance to control the household.

I look at the dog’s environment, routine, triggers, owner handling, exposure levels, confidence, engagement and daily structure before putting a practical plan in place.

Yes. Many dogs labelled as hyper are living with too much freedom, poor rest, weak boundaries, inconsistent handling, the wrong type of stimulation or no clear off-switch.

The aim is not to suppress the dog’s personality. The aim is to help the dog develop calm behaviour, better self-control, better engagement with the owner and a more balanced daily routine.

Yes. Dogs and children need proper structure, especially with puppies, excitable dogs, nervous dogs, guarding behaviour, jumping, mouthing or dogs that do not understand boundaries.

I help families put practical rules, routines, management and training in place so the dog fits safely and calmly into the household.

Yes. I work with all breeds, sizes and temperaments, including puppies, adolescent dogs, adult dogs, rescue dogs, family dogs, working-type breeds and large powerful dogs.

The training must suit the individual dog. A young puppy, a nervous rescue dog, a high-drive adolescent dog and a serious aggression case should not all be handled with the same generic system.

No. Dogs are different, owners are different and homes are different. The right approach depends on the dog’s age, breed, temperament, drive, history, environment, behaviour pattern and the owner’s handling ability.

My work is tailored to the dog and the household. The goal is practical improvement in real life, not a one-size-fits-all routine.

A home visit is a comprehensive consultation and usually lasts a minimum of two hours, often longer depending on the dog, the household and the issues involved.

The aim is to properly assess the dog, explain what is happening, demonstrate the training, work with the owner and leave the household with a clear plan to follow.

Yes. Lifetime follow-up support is included as standard. Dog training and behaviour change do not end the minute the visit is finished.

Owners can follow up for guidance as they continue the training plan, especially with puppies, rescue dogs, aggression, reactivity and more serious behaviour cases.

Clare Dog Training Ireland is for owners who want serious, professional, one-to-one help with their dog in the real environment where the problems are happening.

The service is suitable for puppy owners, rescue dog owners, families, owners dealing with aggression or reactivity, and anyone who wants a structured, practical dog training and behaviour plan built around their home and lifestyle.