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Silver Coast Canine Specialist Dog Services

Professional Dog Services

Expert Care, Trusted Canine Professionals
& Local Knowledge of Portugal's Silver Coast

What we do

Cognitive Emotional Dog Training

Science based training for emotional balance a stronger bond.

Tailored, Pick Up, Drop Off Dog Walking

Customised walks, in safe hands in nature, for happy, balanced dogs

Dog Care and Local Expertise

Support and guidance for all your dog needs on the SIlver Coast

About Silver Coast Canine.... meet the owners

Woman and happy dog with specialist dog services.

Meet Ana & Patxi

Patxi and I met at a local dog shelter where I was volunteering.


I noticed him immediately. I thought he was incredibly handsome — and after careful thought, I took him home to be my family. In the beginning, things were really difficult and there were moments when I genuinely wondered whether things would ever change.  But change they did. 


Slowly, we could both see the progress we'd made, but I felt Patxi needed something more. I didn't simply want a dog who behaved better. I wanted him to regain his confidence, his autonomy and his dignity as a dog. And so we searched for what felt right for us... 


And today, the dog who once spent his days shaking and hiding, is now my adventure companion. Exploring the world together is still one of the things I enjoy most.

 

Patxi taught me that changing behaviour is only part of working with a dog.

 

Sometimes the most important thing we can do is help a dog develop the confidence and skills to face the world again. That philosophy became the foundation of Silver Coast Canine.

Professional Background

Dogs have been part of my life from an early age, but my professional journey began after moving to Portugal and volunteering at a local dog shelter.

 

Working closely with dogs from very different backgrounds gave me first-hand experience of how profoundly fear, stress, environment and previous experiences can influence behaviour. It was there that I met Patxi, the dog who ultimately changed the direction of my professional life.


I first completed an intensive two-month Service Dog Training course, initially with the goal of helping Patxi. Seeing the changes that training could bring, led me to continue my education with EDUCAN in Madrid, where I qualified in Cognitive-Emotional Dog Training.

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I have since continued gaining hands-on experience both professionally and through volunteering at other dog shelters, and with other troubled canines, using my skills to help dogs with different personalities, backgrounds and behavioural needs.  In my professional work, I have supported dogs and their families with a range of challenges, including:

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  • Fear and insecurity

  • Separation-related difficulties

  • Aggressive behaviour

  • Leash pulling and reactivity

  • Recall problems

  • Self-control and everyday behavioural challenges

What our customers say

Specialist dog services handler walking a pack of dogs outdoors.

Lourdes

A fantástic experience. Very professional service. Unbeatable work when it comes to pet recovery.

Monique

Reliable, professional, with such a relaxed, calm way that instantly puts both us and Roxy at ease. And honestly, Roxy adores Ana — which is the biggest test of all.

Sandra

So reliable and loving to our dog Zaha. We recently relocated from US to Portugal and feel very lucky to have found Silver Coast Canine. 

Rene

Professional and knows what she’s doing. Our dog is absolutely crazy about Ana, which speaks volumes. Definitely recommended 

Business & Contact Info

Trainer from Silver Coast Canine Services with dogs on beach

Opening Hours:

Mon - Fri 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
​Sunday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Areas I service

Obidos, Caldas da Rainha, Peniche

Surrounding Areas

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