Discover the premier choice in Ireland for in-home Nationwide dog training: Philip Alain - Award-Winning Dog Behaviourist & Dog Trainer with over 30+ years of experience helping to get your dog back on track.
EXCELLENT Based on 160 reviews John Fahy19/03/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just a quick note of appreciation. Thanks to Philip's excellent work, our Cocker Spaniel who used to be hyper active is now enjoying his own space. He's calm and rested. Again, due to Philip's excellent dog handling skills,( and dog owner handling skills) our Cocker enjoys time in his crate which he now regularly enters voluntarily. Also, Philip's follow up service and regular contact is greatly appreciated. It demonstrates his dedication to his work and his clients. When Philip visits he presents a calm energy and puts everyone at ease , very impressive. Thank you again Philip. Rita McGreal12/03/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Bash came to us from Dogs Trust, and after a period of settling in, it quickly became clear that we weren’t quite in control of him! That’s when Philip from Clare Dog Training Ireland stepped in. He provided us with an abundance of valuable information and knowledge, teaching us how to handle Bash, train him effectively, and establish the boundaries and equipment we needed. Thanks to Philip, we felt confident and well-prepared to care for Bash, knowing we had his ongoing support. Philip’s skill, energy, and passion for what he does are truly inspiring. Kathy Egan09/03/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Philip from Clare Dog Training Ireland came to our rescue at extremely short notice when our two female daschunds suddenly became extremely aggressive toward one another and could no longer be left together in the same space. This came about as a result of the younger female having her first heat cycle and entering adolescence, during which time she became aggressively territorial towards our 3 year-old dog whom she had previously gotten along very well with. Within 20 minutes of Philip’s arrival, he had established clear boundaries for each dog and over the next few hours, proceeded to get them very comfortable within their ‘safe spaces’, their own crates where they could see one another but were no longer a threat to one another. A much- needed sense of calm was soon restored after a very upsetting and stressful fortnight of struggling to regain the peace we had previously enjoyed with our dogs before the onset of the fighting. I gained a greater understanding from Philip’s wealth of experience of the need for each dog to have their own space where they could retreat to and for me to be clear and direct in my handling and management of their movements, for there to be one clear (human) ‘pack leader’ or master in our house. We were given a very detailed and personalised management plan to follow until such time as the unwanted aggressive behaviours were under control and hopefully, eliminated completely. Over the next few days, with proper routines, boundaries and establishment of one master whom the dogs can obey and take direction from as opposed to no master and a very loose and free environment which ultimately led to the stressful fighting and aggressive behaviours, our dogs are happier, they are able to rest and sleep peacefully and they are no longer exhibiting the aggressive behaviours towards each other which had us so worried before Philip’s visit. I would highly recommend Clare Dog Training Ireland if you are struggling to cope with unwanted behaviours or a very unsettled, insecure or traumatised dog. Philip certainly has a passion and a gift for his work, and he put our dogs at ease straight away. His presence commands the dogs’ attention in a way that is fascinating to watch. The ongoing support and follow- up since our initial visit has been second to none and no query is too small or insignificant, Clare Dog Training Ireland provide a round the clock after sales service and are committed to helping dogs and families to live together harmoniously. A clear passion for the work he does was very evident from the moment Philip met our dogs. We are very glad we connected with Clare Dog Training Ireland and our dogs are much happier now also as a result. Amy English07/03/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Phillip is extremely knowledgeble and has a wealth of experience. He was able to show us how to keep our dog Rusty stimulated while allowing him time to rest during the day. He gave us lots of practical tips that we are using to keep our dog happy, and we are extremely satisfied with Phillip's service. Highly recommended. Tom Howard01/03/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a very good training session with Phillip very helpful and great follow-up service my dog has improved immensely thanks Phillip David Miller26/02/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would highly recommend Philip, after 1 session with our 8 month old very hyper beagle, the tips and training he gave us have been a great help Peter Carter21/02/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Philip visited us in our home and spent a morning with us and our black labradore pup Toby. Philip made us feel at ease and very quickly our Toby . Everything we were taught that day we have been able to put into practice and we have a dog that knows all about boundaries . We now have our home and Toby enjoys with us and in his own crate and run outside I recommend this gentleman for anyone struggling his love for dogs his 100% Anne Falvey21/02/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Philip has been patient, knowledge and effective in dealing with my dog's challenging behaviour. He has developed a plan that fits the needs of the dog and his surroundings. The dog is responding much better to commands and it is easier to calm him down and he is better behaved. I'm very grateful for Philip's help and I highly recommend him! Isabel Lane20/02/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t recommend Phillip highly enough! When I contacted him for help with my mini schnauzer, Teddy, he responded within minutes, taking the time to understand our challenges. Teddy is a beautiful, loving pup but can be nervous and reactive. Phillip went above and beyond, even visiting us on a bank holiday weekend, and completely transformed our approach. He helped me see the world from Teddy’s perspective, explaining her behaviors in a way that finally made sense. His expert advice and tailored training plan have strengthened our bond with Teddy and made a huge difference in our lives. Thank you, Phillip. Izzy, Galway Claire Costello16/02/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I called Philip at my wits end with my 3 cavachons. House training, arguing at meal times were some problems we faced. I cannot recommend Philip enough. He came to my home for approx 3 hours and showed me ways to improve my dog’s behaviour. Philips approach is both calm and non judgmental. Sadie, Poppy & Lucy are so much better behaved! Well worth it!!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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