Welcome to The Spaw Training Center
Dog Training at The Spaw Cork
At The Spaw, we offer practical, results-driven dog training in Cork City—designed for real life, not just the training field.
Whether you’re working with a young puppy, an energetic adolescent, or a dog with established habits, our training focuses on clear communication, calm behaviour, and building a strong relationship between you and your dog.
We offer:
- Group Classes – structured learning in a social environment
- 1-to-1 Training – personalised sessions tailored to your dog
What We Can Help With
We focus on the issues most dog owners actually struggle with day-to-day:
Everyday Behaviour Problems
- Attention-seeking barking (for food, play, or reaction)
- Jumping up on people
- Pulling on the lead
- Counter surfing and stealing food/items
Obedience & Control
- Sit / Down
- Stay / Wait
- Leave it / Drop it
- Settle (calm behaviour on command)
Calm Behaviour Training
- Calm at the door (no charging, barking or over-excitement)
- Relaxed behaviour around guests
- Learning to switch off and settle at home
Mental Stimulation & Enrichment
Especially important for high-energy breeds (e.g. collies, cockapoos, mixes).
We teach:
- Structured games
- Brain work exercises
- Ways to prevent boredom-related behaviour like chewing, ripping, and stealing
Socialisation & Confidence
- Positive exposure to dogs, people, and environments
- Confidence building for nervous or under-socialised dogs
- Ideal for puppies and “COVID dogs”
Reactivity & Behaviour Challenges
- On-lead reactivity (fear-based or frustration-based)
- Over-excitement around other dogs
- Separation anxiety (early-stage guidance)
Life Skills Training
- Calm behaviour in new environments
- Getting used to:
- Grooming
- Vet visits
- Traffic
- Loud noises (e.g. fireworks)
We aim for a dog that is aware—but doesn’t overreact.
Important Note
Some behaviours, such as severe aggression or advanced resource guarding, may require a specialist behaviourist. Where needed, we will guide you in the right direction.
Our Approach
At The Spaw, training is:
- Positive and reward-based
- Clear and structured
- Focused on long-term results, not quick fixes
We don’t just train your dog—we show you how to understand and communicate with them properly.
Who Is This For?
- New puppy owners
- Adolescent dogs entering the “teenage phase”
- Dogs with bad habits that need resetting
- Owners who want a calmer, easier life with their dog
We don’t just train your dog—we show you how to understand and communicate with them properly.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you want to fix a specific issue or build a well-behaved, balanced dog from the start, we’re here to help.
