Fetchit! — Galway

Fetchit! is based at Rockbarton N in Salthill, Galway, and looks after dogs for owners in Galway. Ask whether your address is within the area it covers for walks, sitting or dog taxi pickups, and mention your neighbourhood when you get in touch so it can confirm.

The cost of dog training depends mainly on whether you choose a group class or one-to-one sessions, and on the trainer's experience. A package of sessions can also be priced differently from a single visit. The Dog Training price guide gives typical prices in Ireland, so you can compare any quote against it.

A dog trainer should be able to tell you about their training, how long they have worked with dogs and the methods they use. Ask about their experience with puppies and with the behaviour you want to change, and whether they have completed accredited courses. Ask how they handle a dog that is nervous or reactive.

Ask what each session or package covers, such as whether puppy and adult training are both included and what happens if your dog does not settle. For walking, boarding or day care, ask about group size, how often you get updates and whether GPS collars are used. Ask for the details in writing before you book.

Fetchit! has a Google rating of 4.8 from 18 reviews, and you can read them on its Google Maps page at https://maps.google.com/?cid=1792580371177931648. Look for recent comments about the service you want, such as training or walking, and you can also ask the business for references from recent customers.

Fetchit! can be booked by phone, through its website or through its Locufy page. When you book, you can say which service you need, your dog's age and breed, any behaviour you want help with, the dates you have in mind and whether you would like a pickup from your home.

Ask whether a deposit is needed to hold a place, and how much notice is needed to cancel or change a booking. It is usual in Ireland for dog care and training businesses to explain these terms before you pay, so ask to see them in writing. Check whether a fee applies for late cancellation.

On Locufy you can compare Fetchit! with other dog trainers in Galway by looking at the services each offers and the experience each shows. Check what each written quote includes and how each handles puppies or nervous dogs, as asking several providers for a quote makes the differences clear.