Planet Pup

06/06/2026

One week. That's all this took.

When we first met Elvis, he couldn't even get out the front door without reacting to dogs, people and everyday noises. Walks were overwhelming and stressful, and his owners contacted us for help with severe reactivity outside and barking in the home.
Just one week later, Elvis completed this walk with only 3 reactions. More importantly, each reaction was significantly slower, less intense and much easier for him to recover from than what we saw during our first session.

Is he perfect? No. But progress matters far more than perfection, and the difference in just seven days is huge.

A massive congratulations to Sarah and Mabel. Their consistency, commitment and hard work are paying off, and Elvis is already learning that the world isn't quite as scary as it once seemed.

21/05/2026

🐶 6-Week Behaviour Course – Cork 🐾

Imagine enjoying stress-free walks, having a dog that can focus around distractions, and actually listens when you call them 💛

That’s exactly what we work towards in our 6-week behaviour course.

Perfect for dogs who are currently:
• Pulling on lead
• Ignoring you when you call them
• Jumping all over guests
• Overreacting to dogs, people, or movement
• Struggling to stay calm and focused when around distractions

Over 6 weeks, you’ll learn how to turn those challenging behaviours into calm, reliable habits you can trust in real life.

📍 Cork-based
📩 Limited spaces available

👉 Message now to secure your place

20/05/2026

🐶 FACT vs FICTION – Dogs & Kids 🐾

❌ Fiction: Dogs see kids like we do - endearing, smaller humans who need to be cherished and protected
✅ Fact: Dogs experience infants, toddlers, children, and adults all very differently.

From a dog’s point of view, each stage of life looks, sounds, and even smells different:

👶 Infants – unpredictable noises, sudden crying, unfamiliar smells
🚶‍♂️ Toddlers – wobbly, fast, unpredictable, grabby movements
🏃‍♀️ Children – louder, faster, still unpredictable, more direct interaction
🧍‍♂️ Adults – more predictable, calmer body language, easier to interpret

Because of this, a dog might feel completely comfortable around one age group, but then unsure or reactive around another.

🐾 What does this mean for training?

👉 Socialisation needs to include people of all ages

✔️ Calm, positive exposure to babies, toddlers, and children
✔️ Teaching your dog how to stay relaxed around movement and noise
✔️ Helping them build confidence without overwhelm

The goal isn’t just a “friendly dog”
It’s a dog who feels safe, calm, and confident around all types of people

Because understanding the world from your dog’s perspective is what prevents problems before they start 🐾

14/05/2026

This 7-month-old Labrador, Sam, started out full of enthusiasm (and zero brakes 😄).

With some guidance and great work from his owners, he’s now learning to walk calmly to heel on a harness.

A brilliant young dog with a sharp mind — and a real change in how he connects with his handler.

In-home puppy training makes all the difference when you want real-life results where it matters most.

Based in Cork & surrounding areas.

14/05/2026

🐶 Puppy Training Course – Cork 🐾

Imagine having a puppy who can:
✨ Walk calmly on lead
✨ Come when called
✨ Settle and relax at home
✨ Greet people without jumping
✨ Feel confident in the world around them

That’s exactly what we build in our puppy training course 💛

Starting early makes everything easier—preventing common problems like biting, pulling, and overexcitement before they become habits.

Training takes place in your home, so your puppy learns where it matters most 🐾

📍 Cork-based
📩 Limited spaces available

Give your puppy the best possible start—and make life with them easier from day one.

13/05/2026

FACT vs FICTION – Puppy Socialisation is about meeting as many other dogs and people as possible

❌ Fiction: “You need to socialise your puppy with as many dogs as possible”
✅ Fact: Good socialisation isn’t about quantity—it’s about quality.

Letting your puppy meet every dog they see can actually lead to:
⚠️ Overexcitement
⚠️ Frustration on lead
⚠️ Poor focus around distractions

Instead of learning to stay calm, they learn that every dog = playtime.

So what does good socialisation look like?
Calm, controlled exposure to the world

✔️ Watching other dogs from a distance
✔️ Learning to stay relaxed around movement and noise
✔️ Positive experiences with people, places, and environments
✔️ Building confidence without overwhelm

The goal isn’t a “social” dog
It’s a calm, confident dog who can exist comfortably in the world

Because a puppy that can ignore distractions will always be easier to live with than one who feels the need to engage with everything 🐾

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13/05/2026

6 years ago today, I met the piece of my heart that walks around outside my body.

Still the best thing that’s ever wandered into my life 🤎

From puppy chaos to helping other dogs and owners build calm, confident relationships through training, behaviour support, and puppy foundations… he has been a cornerstone to my journey 🤍

Can’t believe how fast the years have gone. My heart dog forever.

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13/05/2026