Scott County Kennel Club

Training programs are structured in progressive levels: Puppy Kindergarten and S.T.A.R. Puppy for dogs under 6 months; Basic Obedience, Beginner 1, Beginner 2, and Ring Ready for obedience; and specialized classes in Agility, Rally, Scent Work, Herding, and Conformation. Classes meet weekly for 6–7 weeks, with some requiring instructor permission to advance. S.T.A.R. Puppy is a 7-week program including orientation and six weekly sessions. Member-only classes include advanced Agility, Scent Work, and higher-level Obedience.

Pricing Summary

Class fees range from $75 for puppy classes to $100 for obedience and advanced classes. All classes require pre-registration and payment at time of registration. Cancellations more than 10 days before class start receive a 75% refund; cancellations within 10 days are non-refundable, except for bitches in season or life-threatening illness of dog or handler.

Policies

All classes require pre-registration and payment. Cancellations made more than 10 days before class start receive a 75% refund. Cancellations within 10 days are non-refundable unless due to a bitch in season, or life-threatening illness of dog or handler. The club reserves the right to refuse admission to any dog that is aggressive or uncontrolled. Proof of current vaccinations is required before attending class.

Scott County Kennel Club is a dog training organization based in Davenport, Iowa, offering group training classes for dogs of all ages and skill levels. They provide a wide range of programs including Puppy Training (including AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy), Basic and Advanced Obedience, Rally, Agility, Scent Work, Herding, Conformation, and Show and Go classes. Classes are held at their climate-controlled clubhouse located at 2002 W River Dr, Davenport, IA. The club emphasizes positive, structured training aligned with AKC standards and promotes socialization, behavior development, and competitive readiness. They also host AKC-sanctioned trials and events, including an annual May Show. Training is led by experienced staff including Joanne Dumar (Training Coordinator) and Sharon Peterson (Advanced Obedience), with a focus on consistency and community. Membership is available after completing two classes, though new applications are currently on a waitlist.

The club requires proof of current vaccinations for all dogs and reserves the right to refuse admission to dogs that are aggressive or uncontrolled. They offer both beginner and advanced levels across disciplines, with some classes restricted to members only. Their facility is designed for safe, distraction-controlled training environments, and they maintain a strong reputation for reliable instruction over 20+ years.

In addition to training, they provide breeder referrals and maintain a library of resources for dog owners. While they do not offer private in-home, boarding, grooming, or day care services, their group classes serve as a comprehensive training hub for dog owners in the Quad Cities area.

Accomplishments

Hosts AKC-sanctioned trials and events including an annual May Show. Has offered training programs for over 20 years. Provides AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen preparation. Maintains detailed trial results archives dating back to 2022.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must pre-register online via the DogBizPro registration portal. New students should contact Joanne Dumar to determine appropriate class placement. Proof of vaccination must be uploaded during registration or presented on the first day of class.