COGRC All Breed Obedience Dog Training

COGRC offers structured, multi-week group training programs in obedience, rally, and therapy dog preparation. Classes progress from S.T.A.R. Puppy (for dogs under 12 months) to Advanced Obedience and Therapy Dog Prep. Each class includes a syllabus emailed beforehand. Therapy Dog Prep includes field trips to real-world settings. CGC certification is offered upon completion of Intermediate Obedience. Classes are held at their Edmond facility with a maximum of 8 students per class.

Pricing Summary

Group classes are $135 for 6–8 weeks; Therapy Dog Prep is $150. Payment and vaccine records required before first class. Classes require a minimum of 4 students to run.

Policies

Classes require payment and vaccine documentation before the first session. COGRC reserves the right to adjust schedules based on enrollment, weather, or club priorities. A minimum of 4 students is required to form a class; if fewer, classes may be combined or canceled. One guest per handler is allowed to observe. Aggressive dogs are not permitted. Cancellations are posted on their Facebook page or website.

COGRC All Breed Obedience Dog Training is a long-standing dog training club based in Edmond, OK, founded in 1981 by Golden Retriever enthusiasts. Though originally focused on Golden Retrievers, the club now offers obedience, rally, and therapy dog training classes for all dog breeds. Classes are held at their dedicated training facility and use positive reinforcement and balanced training techniques. With over 100 combined years of instructor experience, COGRC provides small group classes (max 8 students) that emphasize building strong canine-human relationships. Instructors are active in AKC sports including obedience, rally, conformation, and therapy work. The club also hosts annual specialty shows and events under AKC sanctioning, offering owners opportunities to compete and connect with experienced handlers.

Training programs include S.T.A.R. Puppy, Beginning Obedience, CGC/Intermediate Obedience, Advanced Obedience/Trick Dog, Therapy Dog Prep, and Rally. Therapy Dog Prep includes real-world field trips to simulate therapy environments. All dogs must be fully vaccinated before attending, including Bordetella, DHLP, Canine Influenza (H3N2/H3N8), Parvovirus, and Rabies. The club welcomes non-Golden owners and has received praise for inclusive, professional instruction.

COGRC also offers monthly meetings, annual events like the Christmas Party and Summer Picnic, and resources on Golden Retriever health and breeding. While primarily a training organization, they encourage participation in AKC events and provide guidance on responsible ownership and breed-specific needs.

Accomplishments

COGRC has been providing training for over 30 years and is licensed by the AKC to hold specialty shows, obedience trials, and hunting retriever tests. Instructors have over 100 combined years of experience and actively compete in AKC events. The club hosts an annual specialty show and has a reputation for producing top-winning obedience dogs.

How to Get Started!

Prospective students must review class offerings on the Training Classes page, ensure their dog’s vaccinations are current, and complete the sign-up form. Vaccine records and payment must be submitted prior to the first class. New students are encouraged to visit the Facebook page for updates and class schedules.