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Done in 3 - Level 1
Dog Training & Behaviour Courses offered at various venues throughout Northern Ireland & the Republic of Ireland
Force-Free • Treat-Free • Transformational
At Dog Guru, we believe in the profound connection between humans and dogs.
As renowned human psychologist Ashleigh Warner once said:
“Beneath every behaviour is a feeling, and beneath every feeling is a need.”
This truth sits at the heart of everything we do.
When a dog struggles, it’s not about obedience or dominance —
it’s about understanding what they feel, and meeting what they need.
Our role is to guide you — the dog parent — towards the skills, insight, and calm confidence
that allow your dog to truly relax, trust, and thrive.
For over 30 years, Keith Mathews – The Dog Guru — has pioneered a force-free, treat-free and emotionally intelligent approach to dog training and behaviour, grounded in his exclusive, trademarked Calmness Leads to Reward® methodology.
This is not about constant bribery with food.
It’s about building a deeper bond through clarity, connection, and emotional balance.
We don’t just train dogs.
We teach humans how to lead with calmness, empathy, and consistency —
unlocking lasting change from the inside out.
Unlock your dogs potential with our Done in 3 Course
Life is busy — but your dog’s learning and wellbeing matter.
That’s why we created our unique DONE-IN-3 education model.
Our Level 1 – Essentials course is a fully immersive programme:
- 3 weekly intensive sessions plus a bonus seminar session
- 75 minutes each session
- Held at various venues throughout Ireland
What You’ll Learn in our Level 1 – Essentials
By joining our ‘Done in 3’ -programme, you will:
- Understand your dog’s emotional needs and motivations
- Develop clear and effective communication techniques
- Foster a calm and well-mannered dog
- Master loose-lead walking and polite greetings
- Achieve a reliable recall you can trust
- And much more — all without force, fear, or constant food rewards
When you join us, you'll benefit from:
When you enrol, you’ll receive:
- Over 30 years of expertise — personally led by Keith Mathews - The Dog Guru
- Complimentary tickets for you and your family to our Calmness Leads to Reward ® – Conscious Dog Parenting Seminar
- Essential training equipment at no extra cost
- A training booklet with daily homework exercises
- Ongoing support and guidance after completion
- A certificate of achievement for you and your dog
- A £25 discount voucher for future services
- Free Lifetime Membership to The Dog Guru Tribe loyalty club, offering exclusive discounts, partner offers, and a free subscription to our quarterly Guru Gazette
Your Investment
Everything above is available for just £135, payable in two convenient instalments:
- £60 deposit to secure your place today
- A further £75 due at the start of the course
Why This Works
Because this is not just about “training.”
It’s about creating a calm, connected relationship that lasts a lifetime.
Your dog doesn’t just learn to listen — they learn to trust.
And you gain the skills to lead with kindness, clarity, and confidence.
Secure Your Place Today
Spaces are limited at each venue to ensure every participant receives individual attention.
Book now — and begin your journey towards a calmer, happier, more connected life with your dog.
We will walk with you every step of the way.
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What Our Clients Say
These classes were excellent for our yorkshire terrier Pippa. Keith taught us how to train her without using treats, he provided us with structured exercises to practice and advance her training. Hightly recommended.
Keith's service came highly recommended by the breeder of my Great Dane Gracie. I loved the fact Keith taught us how to train our dogs without having to bribe them with treats. I learned what makes dogs calm and I really enjoyed the social aspect of the classes.
Keith provided us with some excellent tips and taught us how to train our cockapoo Lando without treats. Lando is now much calmer, and more obedient with the techniques we learned on our classes.
Keith came highly recommended. I enjoyed the training and feel more positive about my dogs behaviour and we made excellent progress with our training.
I am really glad I signed up for Keith's training. We got experts tips and great advice on how to remedy Oscars behaviour. Walks are so much better now. We thoroughly enjoyed the training.
FAQ's
What is the “Done in 3” programme?
Our ‘Done in 3’ programmes are focused, fully immersive dog training and behaviour courses that deliver transformational results in just three 75-minute weekly sessions.
They are designed to help you build a calm, trusting, and emotionally balanced relationship with your dog — using our exclusive Calmness Leads to Reward ® methodology.
Who leads the classes?
Every session is personally led by Keith Mathews – The Dog Guru, who brings over 30 years of professional hands-on expertise using his uniquely developed “Calmness Leads to Reward” methodology.
What is “Calmness Leads to Reward”?
“Calmness Leads to Reward” ® is an emotionally intelligent, science based, positive, force free and treat-free dog training method that focusses on giving dog parents the tools, knowledge and understanding to guide their dog with connection, confidence, empathy and clarity.
What makes this programme different from other dog training classes?
Most other dog trainers adopt a symptomatic approach to your dogs unwanted behaviour without addressing the root cause of the problem and usually rely on transactional training with treats to divert unwanted behaviours these quick fix methods only provide short lived results.
At Dog Guru we do things differently. Unlike others, we do not primarily focus on the symptomatic behaviour first. Instead, we focus on the reasons for your dog’s emotional behaviour.
We get to the source, the root cause and identify the triggers, thought patterns, learned behaviours, and experiences.
Using our Calmness Leads to Reward methodology we apply multiple emotionally intelligent, science based positive dog training and behaviour techniques to change your dog’s perception, helping them address the fears and anxieties at the core of their unwanted behaviour.
We apply similar cognitive analytical therapy tools used in human psychotherapy.
We provide you with the knowledge and understanding, required to give your dog the confidence, to allow them to process and change their behaviour which ultimately results in permanently fixing their problems forever.
We don’t just train dogs — we teach dog parents to guide with confidence, empathy, and clarity.
Will 3 sessions really be enough?
Absolutely — 3 sessions can be truly transformational.
Our Done in 3 – Level 1: Essentials course is designed to create powerful change in a short amount of time. Over the course of the three immersive sessions, you’ll gain the tools, emotional insight, and calm communication techniques needed to transform how you live, lead, and connect with your dog.
But that transformation depends on you, too.
Between each session, you’ll be given daily exercises to practise at home — and it’s the calm, consistent work you do in between classes that brings the deeper change to life with your dog.
This isn’t about a quick fix. It’s the start of a lifelong shift — in how you understand your dog, how they respond to you, and how you move forward together. The results don’t end when the sessions do; they continue to unfold long after your course has finished.
Once you’ve completed our Level 1 – ‘Essentials’ programme you will have the opportunity to continue to grow and progress through our three level learning pathway with each level designed to deepen your confidence, calmness, and connection as a dog parent and truly cement the bond you have already begun.
So yes — 3 sessions are enough and will be transformative.
And if you want more? We’re ready to walk that path with you every step of the way.
The transformation begins here.
What type of dog is this course suitable for and is there an age limit?
This course is ideal for:
• Puppies 12 weeks and older with no upper age limit. (It’s a myth that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks)
• It’s ideal for Adolescent dogs needing more structure
• Rescue or rehomed dogs
• Or any dog struggling with recall, focus, lead walking, or emotional regulation
It’s suitable for all breeds and experience levels — whether you’re a first-time dog parent or not.
How many dogs are in each class?
To ensure personalised attention, our classes are capped at 8 dogs.
This creates a calm, focused environment where every participant gets the support they need.
Where are the classes held?
To ensure personalised attention, our classes are capped at 8 dogs.
This creates a calm, focused environment where every participant gets the support they need.
Are the venues wheelchair accessible?
Yes — every venue is fully wheelchair accessible.
We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
What if my dog is reactive or nervous around other dogs or people?
We understand reactivity and are experts in addressing this unwanted behaviour.
If you’re concerned about your dog’s reactivity in group settings, we recommend a 1-2-1 session with Keith first to give you the tools to reduce your dog’s anxiety before attending group classes.
Simply click on the link below to make your 1-2-1 booking.
What if my female dog comes into season (heat) during the course?
For the comfort and safety of all participants, female dogs in heat should not attend class.
Should this happen then we can make up the missed sessions during the next available course cycle.
What happens if I miss a session?
If you miss a session for any reason, you have two flexible make-up options:
• Attend the same session at another venue within the same week, or
• Make it up during the next course cycle. We have new courses running every month.
We want to ensure you, and your dog complete the full learning experience — without pressure.
Do you work with all breeds and sizes?
Absolutely. Our approach is suitable for all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. The emotional principles we teach are universal.
Do I need any experience to join?
No prior training experience is necessary.
We meet you where you are and guide you step by step. All that’s required is an open mind and a willingness to learn.
What training methods do you use?
Our work is based on emotional understanding and conscious dog parenting, not with force or transactional training with food rewards or dominance.
We teach you to guide your dog with understanding, calmness, consistency, and empathy, using our emotionally intelligent, science based, positive, force free and treat-free training method Calmness Leads to Reward®
What is the investment cost for the ‘Done in 3’ Level 1 programme?
The investment fee is £135, payable in two parts:
• A £60 deposit to secure your spot
• With the balance of £75 being payable on commencement of the course.
Can other family members attend?
Yes — we encourage full family involvement! Your course includes free tickets to our ‘Conscious Dog Parenting Seminar’ for all your family members to attend. We firmly believe that a shared understanding helps create consistency at home.
However, for health and safety reasons young kids below the age of 10 years, if attending the weekly classes must have an additional adult present to supervise them while you are working with your dog.
How do I book my place?
Booking is easy — simply choose your preferred venue on the side menu, choose your class date and follow the online booking form.
Once complete we will forward more details of what’s required for your first class.