B & D Creekside Activity Center

Training programs are structured in progressive levels: Puppy, Puppy Plus/Manners, Foundations of Obedience I-III, Advanced Obedience/Rally, Competition Obedience, Tricks, Scent Work (Beginner to Advanced), and Therapy Dog Skills. Each level builds on prior skills with increasing distractions and complexity. Agility, Hide ‘n Seek, Speedway, and Rodeo classes are offered as specialized tracks. Classes are group-based, with limited sizes for focused instruction. AKC and other title tests are available at the end of relevant courses.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not listed publicly; class registration and fees are available on individual instructor pages and via downloadable PDF schedules. Packages are offered for multi-week courses, with separate fees for trials and rentals.

Policies

Class registration requires completion of prerequisites; class sizes are limited for certain courses. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website.

B & D Creekside Activity Center is a dog training facility in Latrobe, PA, owned and operated by Darlene Schmucker, who opened the business in 2011. The center hosts multiple certified dog trainers offering group classes in obedience, agility, scent work, tricks, and specialized sports like Hide ‘n Seek, Speedway and Rodeo, and FAST Cat. Instructors include Linda and Chuck Bowman of L & L Dog Training, who have over 35 years of experience and use positive reinforcement methods. Classes are held at a dedicated facility with ample parking and a clean, safe environment. The center also hosts dog trials, events, and rentals for agility and other canine activities. Dog owners can choose from a wide range of programs tailored to puppies, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with options for family pets, competition preparation, and therapy dog training.

Trainers are certified by AKC, TDAA, UKI, and NADOI, and offer evaluations for Canine Good Citizen, Star Puppy, Trick Dog, and Therapy Dog programs. The facility supports multiple dog sports including agility, rally, obedience, and scent work, with titles earned across multiple organizations. The center is known for its vibrant community of dog enthusiasts and diverse class offerings that accommodate various skill levels and goals.

Additional services include event rentals, agility courses, and dog-friendly activities like Bunny Dash and Hide ‘n Seek trials. The facility also features a bar/restaurant on-site, making it a social hub for dog owners.

Trainers use positive reinforcement exclusively, with rewards-based methods to build confidence and strong handler-dog bonds. Classes are held in the morning, afternoon, and on weekends, with small class sizes for focused training.

The center serves dog owners in Latrobe and surrounding areas in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania.

Accomplishments

Darlene Schmucker is a certified AKC Star Puppy, CGC, Trick Dog, and Farm Dog Judge, and a TDAA, UKI, and AKC ACT judge. She has multiple titles on Miniature American Shepherds, Yorkies, and a Papillon in agility, obedience, rally, scent work, and Hide ‘n Seek. Linda Bowman has 35 years of training experience, 25+ years of competition, and is a certified NADOI member and judge for CPE, Hide ‘n Seek, and AKC Fetch. She earned titles with her dog Missy including UDX, PACH, RAE-2, and RM.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should review instructor pages for class schedules and registration forms. PDF class schedules are available for download. New classes start in the New Year; interested owners should contact instructors directly or register through the website’s booking system.