ICCKC Training Center

ICCKC offers a range of dog training classes, matches, and tests, including AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, Basic Obedience, Beginning Agility – ACT1, Introduction to Agility, Canine Good Citizen (CGC) classes and testing, Rally (Novice and Advanced/Excellent), Tracking Starter Class, and Trick Dog (Novice/Intermediate). They also host Obedience Matches and Conformation Show-N-Go events, as well as Open Conformation Practice and Open Obedience Group Distraction Practice.

Classes are scheduled based on requests and instructor availability, with all instructors being volunteers. Positive training methods are used across programs. The Training Center is available for private hourly rental for personal dog training by members or non-members.

Pricing Summary

Classes are $125 each, with a discounted rate of $100 for ICCKC members. The training ring is available for private hourly rental at $25 per hour. Monthly individual private training is offered at $60 for one hour per week or $75 for two hours per week.

Policies

No dogs which have exhibited signs of aggression toward people or other dogs will be admitted to classes. For the health of puppies, regular vaccinations as recommended by a veterinarian are suggested. For the health of all dogs, the training area is kept clean and disinfected, but participants acknowledge the risk of contracting canine-related diseases when dogs come into contact.

Anyone using the training center must sign and return a waiver. Gentle corrections only are allowed during Obedience Matches. For drop-in practices, handlers must keep their dog under control at all times in a positive manner, and no aggressive dogs are permitted.

The Idaho Capital City Kennel Club (ICCKC) is a club of approximately 100 members who enjoy working with dogs in various sports and activities. They offer educational programs at monthly meetings, telephone advice and referral services, and classes and seminars at their Training Center. The club is based in Boise, Idaho, and its members work with purebred and mixed-breed dogs registered with the American Kennel Club (AKC).

ICCKC aims to promote dog ownership and competitions through its educational initiatives. Their Training Center, which opened in December 2017, provides a dedicated space for classes, matches, seminars, and other training opportunities. The center is managed by volunteer members who also teach classes and lead drop-in sessions, with all proceeds supporting the facility’s upkeep and club events.

The club emphasizes a family-oriented approach, with several Junior members and family participation in events. They also offer a Junior Scholarship program to support the future of dog sports. ICCKC strives to promote responsible dog ownership, monitor legislation, and contribute to the community through donations to local dog services and charities, funded by event income.

Accomplishments

The Idaho Capital City Kennel Club is an AKC Events Club, established in 1955. They have a history of hosting AKC sanctioned matches and dog shows since the 1940s. The club offers an annual Owen Clouss Junior Scholarship Award, honoring a lifetime member who supported junior participation in dog sports.

Past scholarship recipients include Charese Kelly (2020), who qualified for the AKC National Championship multiple times, the Obedience Championship, and Westminster Kennel Club; Miranda Sylvester (2019), who qualified for the Eukanuba National Championship as a Junior Handler; Laryssa Peterson (2017), an agility competitor; Jami M. Smith (2016), an AKC Breeder of Merit; and Lexi Brigante (2014 and 2015), an agility competitor studying to become a Veterinary Technician and Agility Judge. The club also presents a Good Sportsmanship Award annually, with Alice being the 2024 recipient.

How to Get Started!

Interested individuals can attend monthly meetings as guests to learn more about the club and meet members. To join, prospective members should review the membership process, fill out an application, and bring it to a meeting. Volunteering at events or trying out classes and drop-in practices at the Training Center are also recommended ways to engage and meet potential sponsors for membership.

For classes, registration forms and waivers are available. Questions regarding classes, training, or the training center can be directed via email to ICCKCTrainingCenter@gmail.com or through the Contact Us form on their website.