Elite IGP Dog Training Ireland — Houseraydas

IGP

Houseraydas · Elite Working Dog Training · Ireland

Elite
IGP
Training

Real obedience. Controlled protection. Precise tracking — developed by national-level competitors with proven results.

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IGP Phases: Track, Obedience, Protection

2yrs

Youngest Irish IGP National Champion

4th

16-year-old handler at Irish Nationals

All

Levels: Beginner to Championship

What is IGP

High-performance working dogs built on clarity and control

At Houseraydas, we don’t simply teach exercises — we develop high-performance working dogs capable of excelling across all three IGP phases with clarity, stability, and control.

Our IGP program is led by national-level competitors. If you are serious about correct working-dog training and real competition results, this is where you belong.

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IGP training foundations at Houseraydas Ireland

The program

What our IGP training delivers

Phase A

High-Precision Obedience

Powerful, animated heeling
Lightning-fast sits, downs, recalls & send-outs
Clean, consistent markers & drive capping
Focused engagement under intense distractions

This is not “pet obedience.” This is competition-grade performance.

Phase B

Deep Nose Tracking

True footstep tracking foundations
Calm, consistent article indication with correct positioning
Strong scent commitment and rhythm
Line handling & handler mechanics

We systematically correct common issues such as head popping, drifting, and loss of concentration.

Phase C

Powerful Protection

Clear, reliable outs
Targeted gripping with full, calm, deep bites
Correct channelling between prey, fight, and obedience
Courage, stability, and clear-headedness

World-level IGP work demonstrating power, clarity, and control.

Our approach

Built on clarity,
not compulsion

IGP is built on clarity — not compulsion. Confidence — not chaos. Structure — not shortcuts.

Drive Development and management from day one

Nerve Stability and clear learning patterns

Method Layered training: foundation → clarity → pressure → proofing

Result Maintaining joy, motivation & precision through the entire routine

The result is a balanced working athlete — not a stressed dog.

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Why Houseraydas

Proven results at the highest level

National-Level Results: Youngest Irish National IGP Champion at two years old
Elite Handler Development: Youngest podium placement in Irish Nationals history
World-Class Foundations: Dogs trained from first imprinting to full trial readiness
Balanced, Safe Training: Professional decoy work without ego or unsafe practices

Who this is for

Beginners seeking correct IGP foundations
Handlers preparing for level 1, 2, or 3 titles
Competitive teams seeking refinement and consistency
Dogs requiring problem-solving in tracking, obedience, or protection
Owners seeking professional helper and decoy work

Ready to begin

Build a high-performance working dog.

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Common questions

IGP training — your questions answered

Yes — from complete beginners to national-level handlers.

Yes. We offer foundation programs for beginners, including young dogs and handlers new to the sport. We build everything from basic engagement to full routines.

This training is tailored specifically for IGP — focusing on precise obedience, tracking, and protection work with clear structure and measurable progress.

We primarily work with working breeds (German Shepherds, Malinois, Dobermans, Rottweilers, etc.), but any dog with the right drive and temperament is welcome to be evaluated.

Yes. We offer full trial prep, including obedience, tracking, and protection phases. We also coach handlers through the entire IGP title process.

We offer evaluations to help determine if your dog is a good fit. Not all dogs are suited for IGP, but many benefit greatly from its structure even without competing.

No problem. We can address behavioural issues and build focus first — in fact, IGP structure often helps channel dogs with existing behavioural challenges.

Yes. We coach handlers at every level — from beginner to national stage — including trial handling, timing, body language, leash skills, and mental preparation for competition.

Yes — from puppy imprinting all the way to trial readiness.

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Your dog’s potential is only unlocked through correct structure, strategy, and guidance. Whether starting fresh or aiming for championships — the path is tailored to your goals.