PET ASSISTANCE TRAINING SKILLS LIMITED

Pet Assistance Training Skills Limited is a specialist dog‑training organisation dedicated to equipping pets with the skills needed to support family members living with disabilities. Based in Youghal, County Cork, the company works with dogs of all breeds and ages, tailoring programmes that enable the animals to assist children with neurodivergent conditions such as autism, Down’s syndrome and ADHD, as well as adults coping with PTSD, anxiety and related mental‑health challenges.

Their core services include one‑to‑one consultations, intensive two‑day boot‑camp courses at the historic Aisling Cottage, and ongoing guidance for caregivers. Training focuses on practical tasks—mood regulation, anxiety management, medication retrieval and deep‑pressure therapy—while also providing resources to promote the mental well‑being of families. Although the dogs are not granted public access rights, the programmes are designed to enhance daily life at home and in private settings.

Pet Assistance Training Skills also shares its expertise through free seminars, radio interviews and a vibrant online gallery, helping the wider community understand the unique bond between humans and assistance dogs.