AKC-Obedience Club-Asheville
Service area: Serves Asheville and surrounding areas including Fairview, NC, within 10 miles of the Fairview Community Center at 1357 Charlotte Highway.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Recall
- Separation Anxiety
- Fearfulness
Training Formats Offered
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Classes are offered in 8-week sessions: Puppy/Beginner (basic obedience and socialization), Adult/Advanced (improves skills and prepares for AKC CGC test), and Club Class (for members pursuing competition). Classes meet weekly on Sundays or Thursdays. The CGC test is administered at the end of the Adult/Advanced session. Registration is first-come, first-served, and classes often fill quickly.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Regular eight-week class sessions cost $100. No refunds are given within 21 days of the first class. Payment is made via PayPal after submitting a completed registration form.
Policies
Classes are cancelled only due to severe weather, with notifications posted on the website approximately 3 hours before class. A make-up class is added to the session. No refunds are issued within 21 days of the first class. All dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations as recommended by a veterinarian.
Testimonials
Best experience anywhere with our Cattle dog puppy. She earned her CGC also. Highly recommend this organization. Brenda was our instructor. Plan to return with our new Cattle dog girl.
– Brenda
Wonderful group of ladies with years of experience. Not only do they teach a wonderful class but they also help with individual dogs and their issues. Have used this group with two different dogs. In all have taken 5 separate classes.
– Anonymous
Kylie and I had a very positive experience in the OC of A fall 2019 class!! Kylie was rescued in April of this year. She was 9 months old then. She has issues of trust with both people and dogs. The club members worked with those issues in mind. So in the 6 months we have had her the classes helped in moving her progress in trust forward. But, even more importantly, it strengthened the bond between us. I am extremely pleased with the outcome. Thanks to Colleen and everyone who helped with the class.
– Jeri Hahner
About the Trainer
The Obedience Club of Asheville is a volunteer-driven, non-profit dog training organization founded in the late 1970s and licensed by the American Kennel Club since 1981. They offer affordable, group obedience classes to the public, including Puppy/Beginner and Adult/Advanced sessions that teach basic commands, leash walking, sit, down, stay, and recall. The Adult/Advanced class prepares dogs for the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test, which is administered at the end of the session. Instructors are experienced unpaid club members who provide personalized support for dogs with trust issues, reactivity, or behavioral challenges. The club donates all profits above operating costs to dog-related charities, including dog food for Meals on Wheels clients.
Classes are held at the Fairview Community Center in Fairview, NC, and are designed for all dog ages and sizes. The club encourages community involvement and offers a Club Class for members interested in competition training. Their focus is on building a strong bond between handler and dog through positive, consistent training methods.
Accomplishments
The club has been continuously offering obedience training since the late 1970s and has been AKC-licensed since 1981. They host an annual AKC all-breed obedience trial in November, awarding ribbons, trophies, and cash prizes. They are recognized for helping dogs earn the AKC Canine Good Citizen certification.
How to Get Started!
Register by emailing your name, address, and phone number to OCA4info@gmail.com or calling 828-231-4123 to receive a paper application. Alternatively, download and complete the PDF registration form from the website, email it to OCA4info@gmail.com, and submit payment via PayPal.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekends
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
1357 Charlotte Hwy, Fairview, NC 28730Listing Tools for Trainers
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