Fox Valley Dog Training Club

4.0 Stars,6 Reviews

525 S Randall Rd, St. Charles, IL 60174

Service area: Serves St. Charles, Kane County, and surrounding areas in Illinois, with training held at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 Randall Road.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Family Dog
Therapy Dog
Competition / Agility
Working Dog
Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

Puppy Training
Basic Obedience
Leash Pulling
Recall
Separation Anxiety
Reactivity / Aggression
Biting / Nipping
Barking Excessively
Potty Training

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)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Other

Equipment:

✓ Clickers
✓ Food Rewards
✓ Harnesses
✓ Flat Collars
✓ Martingale Collars
✓ Pinch Collars
✓ E-Collars
✓ Obstacle Courses

FVDTC offers structured weekly group classes from January to March, with sessions held on Thursday evenings. Classes are tiered by skill level: Puppy (8 weeks–5 months), Beginner, Advanced Beginner, CGC Prep, Rally, Novice Ring Ready, Open, and Utility. Each class runs for approximately 8–10 weeks. Drop-in classes like Focus Attitude Training are available. Members can also participate in AKC trials, matches, and volunteer opportunities to earn credits toward awards.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Class fees are $40 for members and $145 for non-members per session. Membership is required for discounted rates. Fees apply to all classes including Puppy, Beginner, Advanced, CGC Prep, Rally, and Conformation. Additional fees may apply for trials and events. Late membership renewal incurs fees.

Policies

Membership must be renewed by January 31 to avoid late fees. Class cancellations require contacting the club directly. Refunds are not explicitly mentioned, but one review notes a payment was improperly deposited and later refunded after complaint. Volunteers earn work credits for participation in events. All award applications must be submitted by January 31.

Testimonials

“I brought my dog here for training several years ago and did not return after the first class (which was only 30 minutes!!). The space is loud and chaotic, not at all conducive for training. Our trainer insisted a prong collar was the only way she was going to train. A good trainer doesn’t need a tool like that, they should be thoroughly trained in positive reinforcement. After working with the facility to cancel the rest of our classes, the woman I was working with said she would shred the check I sent for payment and instead it was deposited (I did get the money back). I do not recommend this facility to anybody until they get better trainers that use positive reinforcement training.”
– Anonymous Reviewer

“Enrolled in the 8 week beginner puppy class. Chris is awesome at demonstrating everything and my puppy has definitely seen improvement. The space is a bit hard to hear but it’s easy to catch on to what they want you to do. Would definitely recommend taking classes and will be continuing to use them in the future!”
– Anonymous Reviewer

“Very knowledgeable people! Great learning place for my dogs and myself.”
– Anonymous Reviewer

About the Trainer

Fox Valley Dog Training Club (FVDTC) is a community-based dog training organization founded in 1948, offering group training classes at the Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles, Illinois. They provide a full range of obedience classes including Puppy, Beginner, Advanced, CGC Prep, Rally, Conformation, Novice Ring Ready, Open, and Utility levels, with sessions running weekly from January to March. FVDTC welcomes all breeds, including mixed breeds, and supports participation in AKC and UKC events. The club emphasizes building a strong bond between owners and dogs through consistent training and offers specialized programs for therapy dogs, agility, tracking, herding, and working dogs. Members can earn work credits through volunteering and are eligible for annual awards recognizing service and achievements. The club fosters a supportive, family-oriented environment with events, newsletters, and community outreach.

FVDTC also offers drop-in classes like Focus Attitude Training and sponsors 4-H K-9 Buddies Club. They host AKC-sanctioned trials in obedience, rally, and agility, and provide seminars and workshops. Their motto is “A well-trained dog is a happy dog,” and they encourage owners to train their dogs using the skills taught in class.

The club operates on a membership model, with discounted class rates for members. Non-members pay higher fees. They do not offer private in-home, board-and-train, or day training services.

FVDTC is not a breeder, groomer, boarding facility, or pet store. They focus exclusively on training and community engagement.

Accomplishments

FVDTC has been operating for 77 years (since 1948) and has hosted AKC obedience, rally, and agility trials for over 50 years. The club presents annual awards including the Sally Compton Award for outstanding volunteer service and the Rookie of the Year Award. Members can earn club titles and awards for AKC/UKC titles earned at trials.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can review class schedules on the Classes page, select a session (e.g., Puppy or Beginner), and complete the corresponding application form. Non-members pay higher fees. Membership can be applied for separately. Attendees are encouraged to contact the Director of Training for questions or to volunteer.

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Availability

Weekdays
Evening

Hours

Monday: 12-9:30pm
Tuesday: 12-9:30pm
Wednesday: 12-9:30pm
Thursday: 12-9:30pm
Friday: 12-9:30pm
Saturday: 12-9:30pm
Sunday: 12-9:30pm

Associations

AKC
Accredited

Languages

English

wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible parking

Location