Mary Farrelly, Founder of The Dog Knows, a reward-based dog training business in Meath wears black clothing and holds a hoop while a brown and white dog jumps through it on a grassy field, showcasing impressive dog training skills, with a wooden fence and cloudy sky in the background.

Dog Training Made Simple

County Meath & Surrounds

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Join me on a Journey of Friendship and Trust

The Dog Knows is dedicated to helping you and your family work hand in hand (or hand in paw) alongide your dog with the goal of building a lifelong friendship rooted in kindness, trust, and understanding, creating a world where both dogs and humans feel safe, respected, and loved.

Helping ‘dog loving humans’ build their confidence, knowledge and practical skills using positive training methods and education which will enable them to support their dog or puppy become a happy, confident and valued member of the family.

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Mary Farrelly, Founder of Navan-based dog training service The Dog Knows sits at a table, smiling and holding up her hand as if practicing dog training for families, while a large brown dog stands behind her, its head over her shoulder. Both look in the same direction as sunlight streams in from a window.

“It is only with kindness, trust, and understanding does effective communication occur, and then the magic truly happens.”

Mary Farrelly

Expert Dog Training in County Meath and Surrounding Areas

Simple, effective, and practical dog training that gets results for busy families in Co. Meath and surrounding areas, in person or online (via Zoom).

Are you…

  • thinking about getting a new dog or puppy?
  • passionate about getting your new puppy off to the best start in life?
  • ready to train your dog?
  • facing challenges with your puppy or dogs unwanted behaviours?
  • looking to support your child who is afraid or overconfident around dogs?

  • Whether you’re planning for a dog or already have one, you’re not alone. This is a kind, judgment-free space with simple, practical training tips that work in real life – for you, your family, and your dog. Start where you are. Grow with confidence. Wondering why you can trust me?
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Consultations, online programmes, workshops and seminars.

Training for Families and Dogs

Supporting families with various stages of their dog journey, including thinking about getting a dog, dog ready, dog training, kids and dogs and staying safe around dogs.

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Schools & Community Groups

Education for schools, groups and clubs: including reading dog body language, healthy and safe dog relationships and school dogs.

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Online Learning Programmes

Online learning for skills and knowledge: including bite-size dog training, understanding the mind of the dog and how to motivate your dog.

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EXPERT GUIDANCE

Face-to-Face and Online Consultations

Based in Co. Meath, we proudly serve the local communities of Navan, Kells, Trim, Ardee, Ashbourne, Dunshaughlin, Ratoath, and surrounding areas. For those further afield, our services are available online via Zoom, ensuring you receive expert guidance no matter where you are.

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Client testimonials

  • Cannot recommend the classes enough

    Our son Sean and dog “Dusty” attend The Dog Knows training and have done for almost the last two years every Saturday when the classes are held. We find this an overwhelmingly positive experience for both Sean and Dusty. Dusty has learned so many new tricks and obedience and the pride on Sean’s face each week is heart warning to see.
    The classes are run in a friendly inclusive manner where every small victory is rewarded and where all the children are encouraged to learn with constant positive reinforcement. We can not recommend the classes enough and would would highly recommend this as a positive, fun and inclusive way for a child to spend some time at the weekend.
    Thank you Mary and all at The Dog Knows and keep up the amazing work!
    – Kelly- Anne Quinn

  • Fantastic with dogs and children

    Highly recommend doing the classes with Mary she is fantastic with the dogs and the children.Breen and Mossy cant wait to get back to class.
    – Jenny Tobin Barry

  • So, so, so helpful!

    Just finished a Zoom consultation with Mary to figure out what’s best for our new puppy. So so so helpful & can’t wait to see what suggestions she has for us to get on the right road with Teddy
    – Karen Stewart