Companion Dog Club

Classes are offered in structured sessions with set start dates and durations. Puppy classes include Companion Dog Puppy and S.T.A.R. Puppy. Obedience and rally progress from beginner to competitive levels. Specialty sports like nosework, barn hunt, flyball, and conformation have specific prerequisites and limited class sizes (e.g., max 6 teams for hunting). Tricks class ends with AKC Trick Dog testing. Most classes meet weekly for multiple weeks. Hunting class requires a mandatory orientation without the dog and four 2-hour outdoor sessions.

Pricing Summary

Pricing not publicly listed; membership required to enroll in classes. Dues are pro-rated quarterly. Class fees are not disclosed, but registration is done through DogBizPro. Refunds are not guaranteed and were denied in at least one reported case after class withdrawal.

Policies

Classes are canceled if Omaha Public Schools are closed or have remote learning due to inclement weather. No refund policy is clearly stated, but at least one member reported being denied a prorated refund after dropping a class. Membership requires board approval and is non-transferable. Hunting class requires a minimum of 4 teams to run.

Companion Dog Club is a nonprofit dog training organization based in Omaha, NE, established in 1959 as the oldest dog sports and obedience club in the Omaha-Council Bluffs area. They offer group training classes for pet owners and competitors, covering puppy training, obedience, rally, agility, flyball, nosework, barn hunt, conformation, and tricks. Classes are taught by experienced instructors who have trained their own dogs to advanced titles in AKC, CPE, and UKC venues. The club provides a 8,000 sq ft climate-controlled facility with three 45ft x 45ft training rings and offers RV hookups for event attendees. They emphasize positive, reward-based training methods and cater to all dog breeds and experience levels—from first-time puppy owners to competitive handlers.

Their classes are structured in sessions with prerequisites for advanced programs, such as basic obedience before joining tricks or rally. They host seasonal classes like hunting training (spring/fall) and offer AKC Trick Dog testing at the end of their tricks course. The club is entirely volunteer-run and encourages member involvement in events, trials, and facility upkeep. They follow Omaha Public Schools’ inclement weather closures for class cancellations.

Membership is required to enroll in most classes, with pro-rated dues and a board approval process. They do not offer private, in-home, or board-and-train services, focusing exclusively on group classes held at their facility.

Accomplishments

Founded in 1959, it is the oldest dog sports and obedience club in the Omaha-Council Bluffs area. Instructors have trained their own dogs to advanced titles in AKC, CPE, and UKC venues. The club hosts trials and events for obedience, agility, and other dog sports.

How to Get Started!

Prospective members must first apply for membership via the club’s website or in person. Once approved and dues paid, they can register for classes through the DogBizPro portal. New members are encouraged to attend an orientation for hunting classes without their dog. No free initial consultation is offered.