Queen City Dog Training Club

Classes are offered in six core disciplines: Puppy, Obedience, Rally, Conformation, Scent Work, and Agility. Each program progresses from beginner to competition level. Puppy classes focus on socialization and foundational skills. Obedience and Rally build on basic commands in structured and relaxed environments, respectively. Conformation teaches show ring presentation. Scent Work uses scent detection for mental stimulation. Agility trains dogs to navigate obstacles. Members may also participate in trials, seminars, and Friday night agility practice sessions with coaching available.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not listed on the website. Membership dues are required to enroll in classes and participate in trials, with renewal due by January 1 each year. Trial and seminar fees are listed separately for specific events.

Policies

Aggressive or reactive dogs are not permitted in classes. The club does not offer training for such behaviors and recommends seeking a behaviorist. Membership is required to enroll in classes and participate in trials. The club has updated policies on building keys, floor rules, and training conduct available on their website.

Queen City Dog Training Club is a community-based dog training facility in Sharonville, Ohio, offering group classes in obedience, rally, conformation, scent work, and agility for dogs of all levels—from puppies to competition-ready athletes. Their 18,000 sq ft facility features two dedicated buildings: one for obedience, rally, puppy kindergarten, and conformation; the other for agility training. The club is an American Kennel Club® member and hosts AKC-sanctioned trials in obedience, rally, agility, and tracking, while also renting space to other clubs for additional events. They offer a Canine Cupboard on-site for training supplies and host monthly member meetings, seminars, and Friday night agility practice sessions. The club emphasizes fun, teamwork, and community involvement, with members active in therapy work, herding, dock diving, and other canine sports. They do not provide training for aggressive or reactive dogs and recommend seeking a behaviorist for such cases.

The club supports members through awards, a memorial plaque for lost dogs, a monthly newsletter (PawPrints), and opportunities to volunteer in running classes and trials. Non-members can attend monthly meetings to learn about the club and may join to access full benefits.

Classes are structured for progressive skill development, with puppy socialization as a foundation and advanced competition tracks available. Scent work and agility classes are highlighted as low-impact, confidence-building activities suitable for dogs of all sizes and ages.

Accomplishments

Queen City Dog Training Club is an American Kennel Club®-recognized club hosting official AKC trials in obedience, rally, agility, and tracking. The facility is rented by other clubs for competitions, indicating its reputation and quality. Members have achieved success in herding, tracking, dock diving, canine freestyle, and therapy work.

How to Get Started!

Prospective members can attend a monthly Member Meeting (first Tuesday of each month, except July and August) to learn about the club. Classes require membership, and registration forms are available on the Membership and Classes pages. New members can begin with puppy or basic obedience classes.