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Energetic Jack Russell Terrier running on a pink background, showcasing the breed’s spirited personality and agility. Ideal image for training tips, small terrier behaviour guidance, and high-energy dog education from Paws Academy.

The Training of Jack Russell Terriers. What Every Owner Needs to Know

Jack Russell Terriers are energetic compact dogs with enormous character packed into a small frame. Originally bred for fox hunting in...

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2 days ago4 min read

Silhouettes of two different dog breeds on a blue background with the text shaped by humans and the price of extreme traits, highlighting the effects of selective dog breeding, breed standards and designer dog health issues.

How Selective Breeding Has Changed Dogs For Better And Worse

We all know dogs did not just arrive in our homes looking the way they do now. That perfectly squishy face, that tiny body with oversized...

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6 days ago6 min read

Irish Terrier lying down against a soft orange background with text that reads “Bright, Bold, Terrier Tough. The Irish Terrier.” Part of the Paws Academy Breed Brief series highlighting terrier training, temperament and care needs.

The Training of Irish Terriers. What Every Owner Needs to Know

The Irish Terrier is often referred to as one of the boldest and most spirited of all the terrier breeds. With their wiry red coats,...

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Jul 45 min read

The Training of Lurchers. What Every Owner Needs to Know

Lurchers are a wonderful mixture of sighthound elegance and working dog grit. Often a cross between greyhounds, collies, terriers or...

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Jul 15 min read

Springer Spaniel looking alert on a green gradient background with text reading “Smart Nose, Busy Brain. The Springer Spaniel”. Infographic from Paws Academy’s Breed Brief Series highlighting Springer Spaniel training, energy and scent work needs.

The Training of Springer Spaniels. What Every Owner Needs to Know

The Springer Spaniel is a dog built to move. Originally bred as a gun dog, this breed is wired for action, scent work and human...

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Jun 235 min read

German Shepherd puppy lying down on a soft rainbow background, with text reading “Confident Dog. Committed Owner. The German Shepherd”. Visual from Paws Academy’s Breed Brief Series discussing responsible ownership and training of restricted breeds in Ireland.

The Training of German Shepherds. What Every Owner Needs to Know

The German Shepherd is one of the most recognised dog breeds in the world. Known for intelligence, loyalty and working ability, this...

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May 166 min read

The Training of West Highland White Terriers. What Every Owner Needs to Know

The West Highland White Terrier, often simply called the Westie, is full of character in a compact frame. With their bright white coat,...

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Apr 205 min read

The Training of Whippets. What Every Owner Needs to Know

Whippets are one of those breeds that tend to win people over quietly. They are elegant but unassuming, affectionate but not needy, and...

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Mar 235 min read

The Training of Wirehaired Pointers. What Every Owner Needs to Know

Wirehaired Pointers are athletic, intense and bred to work. Whether you are referring to the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Wirehaired...

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Feb 255 min read

German Shepherd looking up on a green background with text reading “Understanding Restrictions of Certain Breeds in Ireland”. Promotional graphic for Paws Academy’s Breed Brief Series discussing restricted dog breeds and breed-specific legislation in Ireland.

Restricted Dog Breeds in Ireland: Understanding the Laws, Challenges, and Training Needs

Restricted Dog Breeds in Ireland and Their Impact on Training Dog ownership in Ireland comes with responsibilities, particularly when it...

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Jan 135 min read

Kerry Blue Terrier sitting with its back turned on a teal background, with bold text that reads “Smart, Bold, Full of Attitude. The Kerry Blue Terrier”. Promotional image from Paws Academy’s Breed Brief Series, highlighting terrier training and behaviour.

The Training of Kerry Blue Terriers. What Every Owner Needs to Know

The Kerry Blue Terrier might not be the most commonly seen breed at the park, but those who know them tend to love them deeply. With...

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Nov 12, 20246 min read

Cavapoo puppy wearing an orange jacket on a soft pink background, with text reading “Cheerful, Clever. Big Heart. The Cavapoo”. Visual from Paws Academy’s Breed Brief Series, highlighting Cavapoo temperament, training and care.

The Training of Cavapoos. What Every Owner Needs to Know

The Cavapoo has become one of the most popular companion dogs in recent years, and it is not hard to see why. A cross between the...

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Sep 10, 20245 min read

Three Standard Poodles in apricot, black and white coat colours sitting together on a soft blue background. Image features the text “Smart, Fast, and Always Thinking. The Standard Poodle” as part of the Breed Brief Series by Paws Academy, highlighting poodle training and behaviour.

The Training of Standard Poodles. What Every Owner Needs to Know

Standard Poodles tend to surprise people. For those who only know them from their traditional sculpted show-ring appearance, it is easy...

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May 22, 20245 min read

Understanding your Dogs Personality

Dog breeds are a classification system that categorises dogs based on their shared physical characteristics and traits. From the majestic...

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Aug 25, 20234 min read

An educational image for a blog post titled ‘Polite Introductions.’ The image features two dogs engaging in a friendly nose-to-nose greeting against a bright, illustrated outdoor background with rolling green hills, trees, and a blue sky. The text ‘Check it out, here’ is displayed at the bottom with a curved arrow pointing downward

Introducing a New Dog the Correct Way

Introducing dogs the correct way

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Apr 5, 202213 min read