NSPCA

NSPCA is based on Mount Venus Road in Rathfarnham, Dublin, so you can visit in person for classes or sessions. It serves Rathfarnham and the wider Dublin area, and you can ask whether a particular class or session runs near your home. Check the area before you book so you know the travel time from your home.

Ask what training and hands-on experience the trainer has, especially with puppies or dogs similar to yours. Find out whether they hold an accredited qualification in dog training or behaviour and ask to see certificates. A good trainer can also explain their methods clearly before you book.

Ask what each class or session covers, how many dogs share the space, and how long each session runs. Check whether the course includes written notes, follow-up advice or support between sessions. Ask what to bring, such as vaccination records and a lead or harness.

You can book NSPCA by phone or through its website, or through its Locufy page. When you call or get in touch, say which service you want, such as dog training, puppy training or house sitting, and describe your dog's age and any behaviour you want to work on.

Ask whether a deposit is needed to secure a place, and what happens to it if you cancel or your dog cannot attend. It is usual in Ireland for dog training and house sitting businesses to set out their deposit and cancellation terms in writing, so ask for them before you pay. Also check how much notice they need if you need to move a session.

Compare NSPCA with other dog trainers in Dublin on Locufy, looking at the services each offers, such as puppy training or house sitting, and what each quote includes. Also compare the experience each trainer shows and how they structure classes and packages. Ask each one for a written quote so you can compare like with like.