Mindful Paws

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Mindful Paws I'm Louise Coughlan, a Trust Technique specialist for rescue cats and dogs.

At Mindful Paws, I teach a mindful, compassionate approach to help pets and their owners overcome behavioural challenges and build deeper, trusting relationships.

Does your dog tremble, hide, bark, or pace every time the loud bangs start? 🎆🐾Check out our 4-week Solution for Firework...
24/09/2026

Does your dog tremble, hide, bark, or pace every time the loud bangs start? 🎆🐾

Check out our 4-week Solution for Fireworks Sensitivity
🔗 https://www.mindfulpaws.ie/service-page/4-week-solution-for-fireworks-sensitivity

As Halloween approaches, fireworks noise can turn evening home life into a time of stress and panic. I help dogs go from fearful and overwhelmed during fireworks season to feeling safe, peaceful, and relaxed at home.

Through a gentle, mindfulness-based method called the Trust Technique®, I teach guardians how to help their dogs naturally process and let go of noise fears.

Who is this Fireworks Calm Course for?
🐶 Dogs with existing fireworks fear: Those who tremble, hide under furniture, bark, or pace during noise events.
🐕Puppies experiencing Halloween for the first time: Prevent fear before it ever starts
😇Dog guardians: Anyone looking for a compassionate, force-free, and non-medicated approach to anxiety.

✨ Online (€250) or In-Person Options Available

Start preparing now before the fireworks season reaches its peak so you and your dog can enjoy a peaceful Halloween together.

📩 Ready to get started?
🔗 https://www.mindfulpaws.ie/service-page/free-30-minute-connection-call

Does your dog tremble, hide, bark, or pace every time the loud bangs start? 🎆🐾As Halloween approaches, fireworks noise c...
15/09/2026

Does your dog tremble, hide, bark, or pace every time the loud bangs start? 🎆🐾

As Halloween approaches, fireworks noise can turn evening home life into a time of stress and panic. I help dogs go from fearful and overwhelmed during fireworks season to feeling safe, peaceful, and relaxed at home.

Through a gentle, mindfulness-based method called the Trust Technique®, I teach guardians how to help their dogs naturally process and let go of noise fears.

Who is this Fireworks Calm Course for?

Dogs with existing fireworks fear: Those who tremble, hide under furniture, bark, or pace during noise events.

Puppies experiencing Halloween for the first time: Prevent fear before it ever starts

Dog guardians: Anyone looking for a compassionate, force-free, and non-medicated approach to anxiety.

✨ Online or In-Person Options Available

Start preparing now before the fireworks season reaches its peak so you and your dog can enjoy a peaceful Halloween together.

📩 Ready to get started?
🔗 https://www.mindfulpaws.ie/service-page/free-30-minute-connection-call

30/06/2026

From chaos to calm. 🧘‍♂️✨

Before the Trust Technique®, a view like this would have meant nonstop barking and high thinking levels. Today? Just two beautiful collies choosing peace, mindfully regarding their goat neighbors, and checking in with perfect timing. 🐏🐾❤️

30/06/2026

Understanding and Kindness builds relationships where true cooperation happens without force or dominance. I am so grateful to have learned how to help people and their animals with the Trust Technique. 💞

"Why isn't my puppy listening to me?!" 🐾As a new Puppy Parent, you probably feel like your pup just isn’t Listening or C...
25/05/2026

"Why isn't my puppy listening to me?!" 🐾

As a new Puppy Parent, you probably feel like your pup just isn’t Listening or Cooperating.

They Nip, they Chew they Jump all over you, they Pull on the lead.

This can turn daily life into an exhausting power struggle rather than the joyful experience you wanted.

Our Puppy program helps you move Beyond the Power Struggle and Develop a Willing, Well behaved Pup.

At Mindful Paws, we do things differently. We focus on:

• 🤝 True Cooperation: We don't force or command. We create an environment where your puppy wants to learn alongside you, turning training into a joyful, shared experience.

• ✨A Listening State: We show you how to bring your puppy into a calm frame of mind where they can actually process what you're asking, rather than acting on high-arousal impulses.

• 🤝Willingness: We build a relationship where you genuinely enjoy teaching, and your puppy feels safe, confident, and eager to participate.

• 🐕 Safe, Small-Group Socialization (No Chaos, No Fear): Many puppy parents think socialization means exposing their pup to as many dogs as possible, as fast as possible. But loud, crowded classes often lead to over-stimulation, fear, or unwanted behaviours.

Our 10-Week Journey Together:
💻 Weeks 1-2 (Online via Zoom): We build your skills and a calm foundation right in your living room, where you and your puppy are most relaxed.

🌲 Weeks 3-10 (In-Person): We meet at the quiet Glenasmole Community Centre to practice Loose-Lead Walking, Cooperative Care, Reliable Recall and Socialization Skills.

You also get direct access to our private WhatsApp community group for video feedback and 1-on-1 guidance from me between sessions. You are never left to figure it out alone.

Only 4 spots available! You can read more about our program and secure one of our exclusive spots here:
👉

Move Beyond the Power Struggle. Build a Willing Puppy. Are you finding that your puppy just isn't listening? Are you dealing with constant chewing, nipping, or pulling on the lead? Do you find yourself practically wrestling with them just to get their harness on? When a puppy acts out, traditional t...

IF PUPPY TRAINING FEELS LIKE A BATTLE... YOU'RE NOT ALONE. 🐾Are you finding that your new puppy just isn’t listening?🙉Ar...
20/05/2026

IF PUPPY TRAINING FEELS LIKE A BATTLE... YOU'RE NOT ALONE. 🐾

Are you finding that your new puppy just isn’t listening?🙉

Are you struggling with constant chewing, nipping, jumping or exhausting pulling on the lead?

Do you find yourself having to wrestle your pup just to get their harness on?

When these things happen, we are often told to "be dominant" and force them to comply. But deep down, removing your puppy's willingness to achieve an outcome doesn’t feel good.

It turns your relationship into a struggle.

When we move beyond traditional obedience and focus on True Cooperation and a calm Listening State, the relationship changes.

There is a kinder, more joyful way. ✨

Join our 10-Week Foundational Program (Starting Sunday, June 7th).

This unique program is designed to move beyond traditional obedience and create True Cooperation.

Instead of shouting commands or forcing behaviours, we guide your puppy into a calm, listening state.

We nurture their willingness to learn with you, not just comply.

The end result? A puppy who wants to cooperate with you, and a process that you will genuinely enjoy.

💻 WEEKS 1-2 (Online Zoom): Building a calm mindset and cooperative foundation right in your living room, where your puppy is most relaxed.

🌲 WEEKS 3-10 (In-Person): Meeting at the quiet Glenasmole Community Centre to practice walking nicely on a Loose Lead, Cooperative Care, Reliable Recall and Safe Socialization.

Our community is strictly limited to 4 families to ensure 1:1 support, so spots fill up quickly.

Small groups. Big support. Lasting connections. 🏔️

👇 Click 'Learn More' to see our program and claim one of our 4 exclusive spots.

Move Beyond the Power Struggle. Build a Willing Puppy. Are you finding that your puppy just isn't listening? Are you dealing with constant chewing, nipping, or pulling on the lead? Do you find yourself practically wrestling with them just to get their harness on? When a puppy acts out, traditional t...

Tired of giving the same old toys and treats? This Christmas, give the gift of a deeper connection and profound understa...
10/12/2025

Tired of giving the same old toys and treats? This Christmas, give the gift of a deeper connection and profound understanding between a person and their animal companion.

Here’s a fact: 95% of our daily decisions are driven by how we feel in the moment. Our beloved dogs are no different. They react to their emotional state—often leading to behaviour that leaves us confused or frustrated.

But what if they could slow down and choose calm?

As researcher Brené Brown states, "When we deny our emotion, it owns us. When we own our emotion, we can rebuild and find our way through the pain."

The Trust Technique helps pet owners work with the mind, not just the behaviour. This is where real, lasting transformation occurs, leading to:

🐾Deeper Connection & Trust
🌷Clarity of Communication
🐶A Calmer, Happier Pet

A Mindful Paws Gift Card is an investment in this life-changing process, guided by an Advanced Trust Technique Practitioner. It’s the ultimate way to show a pet owner you truly care about their well-being and their pet's peace of mind.

Stop trying to change everything on the outside. Start transforming the inside.

👉 Give the gift of Mindful Paws this Christmas! https://www.mindfulpaws.ie/gift-card

When you purchase a gift card worth €100, the recipient will receive their first consultation (valued at €140) for just the price of the gift card!🎁

18/04/2025

In the wild west of Ireland — Sligo 🌿
Here to help four beautiful rescue rabbits settle into their new home using the Trust Technique 🐇💛

Fluffy, Nora, Nelly, and Jasper each have their own little stories and struggles…
But with some patience, peace, and presence, they’re already beginning to find calm — together.

Watching these moments of trust unfold is truly magical. ✨

💐 Wishing you all a peaceful and heart warming Easter — may your day be filled with kindness, connection, and a little bit of bunny love. 🐰🐣🌼💛🐇

14/01/2025

Meet Murry! 🐾 This incredible moment captures his transformation: calmly lying down as a noisy bin truck passes outside—a sound that used to send him hiding and shaking with anxiety. 😌

Thanks to the Trust Technique, Murry’s mom has learned how to help him release his stress and find true calm. Now, even in situations that once caused intense fear, he stays relaxed and at ease. She’s beyond impressed with his progress, and so are we! 💕

👉 Visit https://www.mindfulpaws.ie to learn more!

Here’s how you can get started:

✨ Complimentary Connection Call

Let’s begin with a free 30-minute phone or Zoom call. During this call, I’ll offer initial guidance and help you decide on the best path forward. You can book your call here: https://www.mindfulpaws.ie/booking-calendar/free-30-minute-connection-call

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Dublin

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Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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+353863911061

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