On May 23rd, between 10:00 and 13:00, the Iron Dog Algarve School, in Quarteira, hosts the first Masterclass dedicated to canine training, conducted by experienced coach João Paulino, certified by the Portuguese State.
Aimed at dog holders, the session will have a theoretical and practical component, addressing topics such as basic obedience, communication between dog and tutor and essential concepts of canine ethology, with the objective of providing tools that improve the relationship between people and their animals.
According to João Paulino, “working with dogs passes mainly for educating people and giving them all the tools so that they can know and make choices consciously. My mission is to convey knowledge accessible and effective, focusing on the bond between dog and tutor, in a balanced way and respecting the well-being of the animal, without extremism. decade ”.
Regarding the reason that led him to accept the invitation, the coach explained: “Masterclass Algarve consists of a series of non-profit events whose main objective is to promote interesting and great people in the Algarve and, for participants, an opportunity for networking and learning free of charge, so I reviewed the concept and accepted the challenge of sharing my knowledge completely free.”
It also adds: “In fact, it is just another way to comply with our social responsibility quota, as well as all free training sessions we do with volunteers of animal associations, forming qualified teams and rehabilitating dogs, as well as many other solidarity initiatives.”
With 20 years of experience, João Paulino has been president of Iron Dog Algarve since 2016 and certified coach of dangerous and potentially dangerous dogs, with a vast path in formations, national and international competitions, in the areas of training and canine sports. He is also responsible for the IGP-IFH-FCI modality of the Portuguese Canniculture Club and current National Track Champion (IFH).
The canine training masterclass will have limited vacancies to 10 participants with dogs and 10 without dogs, promoting a controlled and conducive environment for personalized learning. Participating animals should have all vaccines up to date (including the kennel cough) and dewormed.
The activity, which will be taught in English, is completely free, but requires prior registration through the site.
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