Oshkosh Kennel Club

Four class sessions are offered annually with enrollment via website. Orientation is required before most classes. Classes cover conformation, obedience, rally, agility, and scent work. Training includes mat time, run-thrus, and trial preparation. Dogs must be vaccinated; in-season females are excluded except in conformation or online classes. Aggressive dogs may be excused. Classes are group-based and held at the club facility.

Pricing Summary

Class enrollment requires payment at time of sign-up via their online system. Membership is $40 for individuals, $40 for associate, $40 + $10 per additional household member, or $10 for junior members. Obedience mat time is $10 for 30 minutes. Event entry fees vary by trial type and are listed in premium documents. No public pricing for classes is listed, but enrollment is done through their website.

Policies

All standard vaccinations are required prior to class admission; Bordetella is recommended. In-season females are not allowed except in conformation or online classes. Aggressive dogs may be excused if behavior cannot be corrected. Missed orientation may be accommodated by contacting the Head Trainer. Sign-ups for mat time must be canceled if unable to attend to allow others to participate.

The Oshkosh Kennel Club is a dog training and events organization that offers group training classes in obedience, rally, agility, conformation, and scent work (nose work) under American Kennel Club (AKC) guidelines. Classes are held four times per year and are open to the public, including mixed breeds and purebreds. The club provides structured training sessions with an orientation requirement, and all dogs must have up-to-date vaccinations. Training occurs at their facility in Oshkosh, WI, and includes mat time, run-thrus, and trial preparation. The club also hosts AKC-sanctioned trials and events year-round, offering dog owners opportunities to compete and practice in a supportive, experienced environment. They emphasize community, volunteerism, and education, with monthly meetings and seminars featuring experts in dog care and training.

The club’s training programs are designed for dogs of all ages and breeds, with a focus on competition readiness and foundational skills. Aggressive dogs may be excused if behavior cannot be corrected. The Head Trainer is available via email for questions and accommodations. The facility includes cushioned mats and dedicated training areas for obedience, agility, and rally, and is used for both classes and official trials.

The club promotes purebred dogs through conformation shows but welcomes all dogs in training and non-conformation events. They also support veterinary medicine students through fundraising efforts, reflecting their commitment to the broader dog community.

Accomplishments

The Oshkosh Kennel Club has been an AKC-recognized Club of Record since May 16, 1970. It has hosted numerous AKC-sanctioned obedience, rally, agility, conformation, and Fast CAT trials annually since its founding in 1963. The club sponsors CGC testing, B-OB matches, and educational seminars. It maintains a long-standing reputation for well-run events and supportive community training.

How to Get Started!

Visit the Classes page to view upcoming sessions. Click on a class to see details, then click “Enroll” to register. Complete required information and submit payment. Attend orientation before class begins. Contact Head Trainer at okctrain@gmail.com if orientation cannot be attended.