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Our Story

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]A lifetime of hands-on experience, rooted in a deep passion for dogs, has shaped one of Ireland’s most respected dog trainers and behaviourist practitioners. Originally from Lourdes in southwestern France and raised in Dublin, the bond with a childhood Labrador named Flipper sparked a journey dedicated to understanding the emotional, instinctual, and psychological nature of dogs.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”15″ custom_height_tablet=”10″ custom_height_phone=”10″][nectar_cta btn_style=”basic” heading_tag=”h5″ button_color=”extra-color-1″ button_color_hover=”#38d833″ text_color=”#000000″ text_color_hover=”#000000″ button_border_thickness=”0px” link_type=”regular” alignment=”left” alignment_tablet=”center” alignment_phone=”center” constrain_group_3=”yes” constrain_group_4=”yes” display=”inline” display_tablet=”inherit” display_phone=”inherit” icon_family=”none” link_text=”CALL US NOW” padding_top=”0.8em” padding_bottom=”0.8em” padding_left=”2.2em” padding_right=”2.2em”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”0″ custom_height_tablet=”20″ custom_height_phone=”20″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”20px” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” constrain_group_3=”yes” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ background_image=”69″ background_image_position=”center center” background_image_stacking=”default” enable_bg_scale=”true” background_image_loading=”default” column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” color_overlay=”#004aac” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.8″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”30px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” css=”.vc_custom_1749641253542{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”left” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”0″ custom_height_tablet=”20″ custom_height_phone=”20″][nectar_badge display_tag=”h6″ badge_style=”default” bg_color_type=”global” color=”extra-color-1″ text_color=”#000000″ padding=”medium” border_radius=”20px” display=”block” text=”About Us” margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1749649037342{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}” text_direction=”default” max_width=”700″]

Our Expertise

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Over the past three decades, this dedication has led to the development of a proven, real-world training system that blends structure with compassion. Through K9 Dog Training Ireland, tailored in-home training is offered nationwide—helping owners address behavioural challenges, build trust, and create lasting harmony between dog and human. 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Our Recognition

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Internationally recognised, he is a professional member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and serves on the European Committee and Council for canine professionals. His role includes research into European-wide legislation, breed education, public awareness, dog sports, and behavioural science, ensuring that he remains at the forefront of dog training across Europe.

In 2023, his lifelong contribution to canine behaviour was formally acknowledged with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Cambridge Institute of Dog Behaviour & Training (CIDBT UK). With thousands of success stories and ongoing support offered to every client, the mission remains the same: to ensure every dog, regardless of age or background, has the opportunity to thrive.

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