Schenectady Dog Training Club

Classes are offered in structured 5-week sessions (January–February 2026) with orientation held the week before. Classes are held weekly on weekdays and weekends at fixed times, categorized by skill level: Primary, Novice, Secondary, Open, and Masters. Class types include Obedience, Rally, Agility, Puppy Kindergarten, Trick Dog, and CGC. Each class has a maximum of 8 dogs, with some advanced classes capped at 6. Instructors are assigned per class and often co-teach. Classes follow a progressive curriculum with opportunities to earn AKC titles.

Pricing Summary

Membership is required to enroll in classes. Sign-ups occur during specific windows (e.g., December 11–17, 2025, for January/February 2026 sessions). Pricing details are not publicly listed on the website; interested owners must contact the club or complete registration to obtain fees.

Policies

Classes are closed during Thanksgiving week (Nov 23–29). Puppies must be under 5 months old at the start of Puppy Kindergarten unless given instructor permission. Registration is limited and requires sign-up during designated windows. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website.

The Schenectady Dog Training Club is a community-based organization offering group obedience and agility training classes for dog owners in the Scotia, New York area. Classes are led by experienced volunteer instructors who are active club members, providing structured, small-group instruction with a maximum of 8 dogs per class. The club offers ongoing weekly classes in Obedience, Rally, Agility, Puppy Kindergarten, Trick Dog, and Canine Good Citizen (CGC) preparation. Training emphasizes positive reinforcement and includes opportunities for dogs to earn AKC titles. The facility is located at 823 Gower Rd., Scotia, and classes are held Monday through Saturday during mornings, afternoons, and evenings. The club fosters a supportive environment with a strong community of dog owners and provides resources like newsletters and an active online calendar.

Instructors are certified through experience and volunteer leadership, with specialized classes for beginners, advanced handlers, and specific behaviors like leash pulling, reactivity, and separation anxiety. The club also hosts events like CGC testing and Rally Masters sessions. Membership is required to enroll in classes, and sign-ups occur during limited windows prior to each session.

Additional services include Nose Work classes and Trick Dog training, with materials provided for AKC title applications. The club does not offer private, in-home, board-and-train, or day training services.

Accomplishments

Club instructors have extensive experience through volunteer leadership and participation in AKC-recognized events. Dogs trained at the club have earned AKC titles in Obedience, Rally, Agility, Trick Dog, and Canine Good Citizen. The club has maintained active training sessions for over a decade with consistent community participation.

How to Get Started!

Prospective members must first join the club and then register during the designated sign-up period (e.g., December 11–17, 2025, for the January/February 2026 session). Orientation is mandatory before classes begin. Registration is completed via the Signup & Registration page on the website.