North County Obedience Training

NCOTC offers a range of classes including Puppy Class (for puppies 8 to 19 weeks), Beginning Obedience (for dogs 5 months or older), Intermediate Obedience, Advanced Obedience, Rally 1 (Beginning Rally), and Rally 2 (Advanced Rally). They also provide Good Citizen Classes for Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and Canine Good Citizen Advanced (CGCA) testing, as well as Trick classes and obedience-related seminars.

Classes are typically six or seven weeks long and meet once a week. For Puppy and Beginning Obedience classes, dogs are not allowed on the first night. Intermediate and Advanced classes require proof of prior training or instructor approval.

Pricing Summary

Six-week and seven-week classes are $90. Discounts may be available for members, pro-rated rates, or trainer waiver coupons. Payment can be made online via Paypal or by mailing a check.

Policies

No refunds will be issued after the first week of class. Aggressive dogs are subject to dismissal at the discretion of the trainer. Adult visitors who are not the enrollee on record must sign a waiver of liability upon entering the building. During the COVID-19 pandemic, visitors are not allowed due to social distancing guidelines.

North County Obedience Training Club Inc (NCOTC) was founded in 1974 by a small group of dog owners who shared a common interest in obedience. The organization encourages responsible dog ownership, advocating obedience training and participation in the AKC’s Canine Good Citizenship program.

NCOTC offers training classes to the general public, which are taught by knowledgeable club members who are qualified instructors and assistants. They host two American Kennel Club Obedience Trials annually, drawing entries from several states.

The club is actively involved in public service, with members and their dogs visiting St. Louis area nursing homes and hospitals to perform obedience exercises or offer animal companionship. NCOTC supports the Canine Good Citizen program, offering CGC and CGCA testing multiple times a year to members and students. They have also added Trick classes and testing, and provide obedience-related seminars. In 2000, NCOTC won the American Kennel Club Community Service Award.

Accomplishments

NCOTC was founded in 1974. In 2000, the club won the American Kennel Club Community Service Award. They host annual NCOTC TOP DOG AWARDS, recognizing dogs and handlers who achieve titles such as Top Utility Dog Excellent, Top Utility Dog, Top Companion Dog Excellent, Top Companion Dog, Top Open Dog, and Top Novice Dog, with awards listed for 2017, 2018, and 2019.

How to Get Started!

To enroll, clients can fill out the Online Enrollment Form. After submitting the form, a link for payment through Paypal will be emailed once space availability is verified. Pre-enrollment is highly recommended to reserve a spot. Alternatively, clients can download, fill out, and mail an Enrollment Form with payment. Online forms are processed quicker.

Required vaccinations for class enrollment include DHLPP, Rabies (for dogs 4 months or older), and Bordetella, with proof required on the first night of class. Clients are advised to read the NCOTC Dog Training Club Ground Rules and Suggestions for Classes before the first day.