Bespoke Dog Training and Behaviour Solutions

Please Note: I am not taking on new clients until 2025

Clever Companions provides bespoke dog training and behaviour solutions for clients in Dublin, Wicklow, Kildare and Meath. I believe every dog and person I work with deserves the very best in evidence-based coaching and support. My practical, welfare-centered approach will help you to build a successful, enduring relationship that benefits both you and your dog.

The very best in evidence-based coaching and support for you and your dog.

Puppy Training

**It's never too early to start training**
Puppy Training is designed for puppies up to 20 weeks of age. Sessions can start pre-vaccination as soon as you bring your puppy home.

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Dog Training

**Convenient, Humane, Effective, Fun**
Whether your dog needs general obedience or something more specific, my bespoke training plans are designed to meet your goals.

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Behaviour Consultations

**Welfare-centered, non-judgmental coaching and support**
Undesirable behaviours can be upsetting, stressful, frustrating or even embarrassing. I’m here to listen to your concerns and offer non-judgmental, welfare-centered, coaching and support.

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"When we first got 3 month old Cheddar we were completely clueless on raising dogs, and especially the challenges of raising a puppy. From toileting, walking on a lead, feeding, training basic commands and simply having an uninterrupted night’s sleep, we really didn't know what to do. After getting great recommendations on Lesley and Clever companions, we booked our first session. Lesley's knowledge, passion and love for dogs were clear from the get go and she worked wonders with Cheddar (And her humans).

Thanks to Lesley, we managed to give Cheddar the skills she needed for adulthood, and give ourselves the knowledge needed for raising her. We simply couldn't have done it without Lesley's help and guidance, and to see Cheddar's joy whenever she sees her is evidence we made the right choice. We would recommend any dog and puppy parent to do the right thing and choose Clever Companions."

—Eli, Lior and Cheddar D4

An holistic, non-judgmental and research-based approach to training.

Fully Qualified & Insured

My name is Lesley Townsend and I’m a qualified, insured dog trainer and clinical animal behaviourist.

Living with a dog can bring you immense joy and companionship, but it can also bring stress and frustration, when things aren’t quite going as planned. Whether you’re a busy parent raising children and a puppy, a veterinary professional referring a client or an experienced dog owner getting to know your new best friend, I have the skills, experience and qualifications to help.

I have a Masters in Clinical Animal Behaviour from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh, where my dissertation research on lead-walking and pet-dog welfare was awarded a distinction. I’m a qualified Canine Behaviour and Training Technician (CBTT-13119) with AniEd Ireland, I hold a Fetac level 6 in Canine Obedience and Training, a CAP Level 1 (Clicker Trainers Competency Assessment - Distinction) and I’m a certified Canine First Responder.

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