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Clare Dog Training
Ireland

5★ Rated Dog Trainer

& Advanced Dog Behaviourist Practitioner

K9 Specialist | Nationwide In-Home Training

Across All of Ireland

Trusted by Families & Professionals |
Practical Solutions for Puppies, Adults & Behavioural Cases

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🎓 Recognised for Proven Results in Dog Behaviour & Home-Based Training

Professional Dog Trainer & Dog Behaviourist in Galway – Trusted Across the West of Ireland

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Galway’s leading dog behaviourist and canine trainer, Philip Alain, brings over 30 years of hands-on experience to homes across the West. Award-winning and five-star rated, Philip works with families to restore calm, build structure, and bring lasting results that truly change the way you live with your dog

What Our Happy Clients Say...

🐾 Puppy Training (8 Weeks to 14 Months)
 
New puppy just arrived and you don’t have a plan?
Crying and whining all night?
Struggling with toilet training, biting, resource guarding, or separation anxiety?
 
Maybe your puppy won’t walk on the lead, hates the harness, scares the kids, or is pulling all over the place.
No focus. Nervous. Fearful when people visit. Chewing and destroying everything.
 
Don’t worry — we’ve got you covered.
 Clare Dog Training Ireland -Galway brings the puppy class straight to your doorstep.
No travelling. No stress. Everything starts from the comfort of your own home.
 
We work with puppies from 8 weeks up to 14 months, preparing them and you for real life — with calm, structured guidance all the way to adolescence.
 
✅ Personalised puppy training in your home
✅ Toilet training, crate settling, and social confidence
✅ Leash work, calm greetings, and basic communication
✅ Safe, positive environmental socialising
✅ Ideal for every puppy, every breed, and every lifestyle
 
Maybe you've been searching for puppy training near me in County Galway, or even thought puppy classes near in Galway me was the best option.
Clare Dog Training Ireland - Galway saves you the hassle of travelling — giving your puppy the chance to settle and learn in their own environment.
🐶 Dog Training (14 Months to 3 Years)
 
Adolescence to adulthood — and still no recall?
Pulling on the leash? You’ve tried the harness, you’ve tried the halti, but nothing seems to work.
 
Your dog is jumping on visitors, taking over the furniture, and your home no longer feels like yours.
He’s full of energy, dragging you on walks, wanting to greet every person and dog — making walks stressful.
 
Still no basic commands? Won’t settle? Potty training issues in adult dogs?
Marking in the home, over-excited, or escaping from the garden at every chance?
 
Clare Dog Training Galway has the solution — for every dog, every breed, and every owner.
 
Training starts right in your environment, where the issues are happening.
Our non-hurried, hands-on approach ensures lasting results — with personalised support tailored to your daily life.
 
✅ One-on-one dog training in your own home
✅ Loose leash walking and reliable recall
✅ Jumping, overexcitement, and impulse control
✅ House training and behaviour correction for adult dogs
✅ Full support across Galway and surrounding counties
 
Maybe you've been searching for dog trainer near me in County Galway, or Googling dog training classes near me in Galway for adult dogs.
Perhaps you’ve even typed “how to train a dog to walk properly on a leash training in County Galway.”
 
Clare Dog Training Galway has you covered. We travel to you — and we work with you, not just your dog.

 

🐕 Dog Behaviour & Rescue Rehabilitation

 
Clare Dog Training Ireland – Galway, led by
Philip Alain, Advanced Behaviourist Practitioner and Master Dog Training Instructor,
provides specialist support for complex dog behaviour issues, including rescue rehabilitation and trauma recovery.
 
Philip works with dogs of all ages — from puppies to seniors — as well as rescue dogs with troubled pasts.
Whether your dog has been rehomed, adopted from a shelter, or rescued from a traumatic environment,
we offer a safe, one-on-one behavioural service that focuses on long-term wellbeing and change.
 
 
Some of the Common Issues We See:
 
Constant barking out the window, reacting to every small noise — even the wind or a leaf
 
Dogs that are always on high alert, unable to rest, pacing and stressed
 
Separation anxiety, whining, howling, destructive behaviour when left alone
 
Hiding under tables, refusing to engage, trembling around strangers
 
Resource guarding — growling when touched near toys, food, beds, or on the couch
 
Fear-based aggression, including snapping at children or avoiding certain family members
 
Refusing to go outdoors, fear of cars, noises, people, or even their own lead
 
Dog-on-dog aggression, dog-on-human aggression, biting, lunging, growling
 
Dogs rescued from puppy farms, dog farms, or cruelty cases — wild, unsocialised, or terrified
 
Struggles transitioning from kennels or shelters into a home environment
 
Never feeling truly settled, always nervous, not knowing their place
 
 
 
A Calm, Fair, One-on-One Approach
 
We don’t believe in rushing the process.
We come to you — to your dog’s environment — and we begin with calm leadership, structure, and trust-building.
 
Our work is about respect, not control.
We don’t overwhelm, we don’t rush, and we don’t pressure your dog into obedience.
Instead, we create a space where your dog can feel safe, learn boundaries, and begin to understand the world around them.
 
✅ Specialist behaviourist care in your home
✅ Full rescue dog rehabilitation programme
✅ Respect-based boundaries and leadership
✅ Support for aggression, anxiety, and trauma
✅ Real, long-lasting change — not quick fixes
 
 
Support Across All of Co. Galway
 
Whether you’re based in Galway City, Gort, Loughrea, Tuam, Oranmore, or anywhere in between,
we come to your door to provide real, hands-on guidance for you and your dog.
 
You may have found yourself Googling:
dog behaviourist near me in Galway,
how to stop a dog barking at everything,
or how to rehabilitate a rescue dog with fear or aggression.
 
We’re here to help.
 
Clare Dog Training Ireland - Galway brings a non-hurried, one-on-one, psychology-first approach to every home.
We never give up on a dog — and we never give up on you.
All training programmes with Clare Dog Training Ireland are completely one-on-one and brought directly to your home — anywhere across Galway and the surrounding counties. We don’t offer generic classes. Instead, we deliver personalised, hands-on training tailored to the real environment your dog lives in every day.
 
Whether your dog is a puppy, adolescent, adult, or senior, we take the time to understand their breed, age, level, background, and temperament. Every detail is carefully considered to ensure the training works for you, your lifestyle, and your dog’s emotional and behavioural needs. We never rush — our visits are calm, structured, and thoughtfully delivered.
 
Most importantly, this is a comprehensive service, not a quick session. All of our training programmes come with lifetime support. That means you can reach out any time you need help — whether it’s tomorrow or years down the line. We’re here to make sure you and your dog succeed together and enjoy a calmer, happier life

Personalised Home Visits Across Galway Our top-rated dog training service offers personalised one-on-one sessions in the comfort of your own home, whether you reside in Galway City or anywhere in Co. Galway. You won't have to travel — we'll come directly to you.

A Dedication to Excellence and Long-Term Results Our dedication to excellence distinguishes us from other trainers. We prioritise long-term results over quick fixes and invest the necessary time to ensure significant progress during our sessions. Clare Dog Training Ireland never gives up on you and your canine companion, ensuring that all training is followed up on and is guaranteed to be available for as long as needed. This approach, along with our lifetime support, establishes Clare Dog Training Ireland as the premier choice for dog training services in both Galway City and Co. Galway.

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Why Choose Clare Dog Training in Galway?

Choosing Clare Dog Training Ireland means choosing quality and expertise. Our professional dog trainer and behaviourist offer personalised training plans that cater to the unique needs of your dog. You can expect:

  • Customised training plans
  • Positive reinforcement techniques
  • Proven results

We bring five-star dog training directly to your doorstep, offering one-to-one sessions in the comfort of your home. Whether you are in Galway city or anywhere in Co. Galway, there's no need to lift a paw – we come to you.

Five-Star Rated Training Service

We are proud to offer a five-star rated training service, with a commitment to excellence. Unlike typical training sessions, we don't watch the clock.

Our visits last as long as needed to ensure significant and lasting changes are made, providing comprehensive solutions, not just quick fixes.

This approach cements Clare Dog Training as the best dog training service in Galway city and all of Co. Galway.

Welcome to Bespoke Dog Training in Co. Galway
 
Philip Alain offers an exceptional approach to dog training that sets him apart as a unique dog trainer and professional behaviourist.
His methods are rooted in empathy and understanding, viewing the world through a dog’s eyes to truly connect with their needs.
 
 
 
Seeing the World Through a Dog’s Eyes
 
At Clare Dog Training Ireland, we go beyond traditional dog training.
By looking at the world from a dog’s perspective, we ensure that every dog feels safe in its home environment.
This fundamental step is crucial in creating a positive space where dogs can truly thrive.
 
 
 
Understanding Dogs as a Canine Species
 
Clare Dog Training Ireland studies the basic needs of dogs, including their environmental and instinctive territorial behaviours.
This compassionate approach ensures that every training session is tailored to meet the individual needs of each dog, making it both unique and effective.
 
 
 
Low-Pressure, Low-Expectation Training
 
The training philosophy at Clare Dog Training Ireland centres around low-pressure, low-expectation methods.
Training sessions are never hurried, with appointments conducted in the comfort of the client’s home.
This gentle, patient approach helps dogs learn without stress, promoting a natural and enjoyable training experience.
 
 
Clare Dog Training Ireland’s Unique, Pro Leash Training Techniques
 
Our pressure-free approach to leash training immediately offers a fun and loose-leash experience with a very natural approach to recall.
Puppies and dogs are allowed to return to their owners willingly, ensuring that they enjoy the experience of leash training and walking.
This method brings value to every interaction with all dogs and puppies, making walks meaningful and enjoyable.
 
 
 

Teaching Canine Language

 
Philip Alain’s approach also includes educating dog owners about canine language.
He teaches what dogs actually understand regarding body language and vocalisations.
With extensive knowledge in this area, Philip helps owners understand how dogs perceive and respond to different cues.
His expertise is deep-rooted in learning from mother dogs and their puppies, always observing and studying how dogs communicate with each other.
Clare Dog Training Ireland’s unique approach includes bringing language understood by dogs and puppies,
helping them understand right from wrong.
 
 
 Tailored, Comprehensive Training Programs
 
Clare Dog Training Ireland offers a clear policy where
personalised training programs are carefully and professionally put in place.
Understanding the capabilities of both owners and their dogs, the training doesn’t stop until everything is in place and the dog is responding.
This no-clock-watching approach is unique to Clare Dog Training Ireland, ensuring that each session achieves high results.
 
 
 Detailed Follow-Up and Lifetime Support
 
Once the training session is complete, a full report is sent to every owner,
providing a step-by-step A to Z program for behavioural modification and puppy training.
This comprehensive follow-up ensures that everyone involved in the dog’s life can experience the change.
Additionally, Clare Dog Training Ireland offers lifetime support for every client,
providing aftercare guidance and guaranteed results.
 
 
 Environmental Socialising
 
Clare Dog Training Ireland ensures that we are always working on environmental socialising throughout the entire training program,
helping dogs and puppies become well-adjusted and confident in various settings.
 
 
 Focused Training Techniques
 
One of the specialties of Clare Dog Training Ireland is focused training.
This professional approach
helps puppies and dogs concentrate and work through distractions positively, fixing many behavioural problems.
Through focused training, dogs achieve more on walks, during environmental socialising, and in various challenging situations.
 
 
 Actively Serving All of Co. Galway
 
Clare Dog Training Ireland provides comprehensive
training programs for dogs and their owners across Galway City and throughout Co. Galway.
Whether you’re in Gort, Tuam, Ballinasloe, Clifden, or anywhere in between, Philip Alain is dedicated to helping dog owners who may feel helpless and are not successful in their searches for a “dog trainer near me” or “dog training near me.”
If you’ve been endlessly searching the web for
“puppy classes near me,” look no further.
With Clare Dog Training Ireland, there’s no distance too far; help is always near.

Get in touch with us

Ready to Start Training Your Dog? If you’ve been searching for dog training near me in Co. Galway or puppy training near me in Galway, contact us today to schedule a consultation or learn more about our services. We look forward to working with you and your canine companion.

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