The German Shepherd Dog Club of Greater New Haven, INC.

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Oxford, CT 06478

Service area: Serves Greater New Haven area in Connecticut, including Stratford, Danbury, Stamford, Westchester County NY, and surrounding regions within 30 miles.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Family Dog
Competition / Agility
Working Dog
Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

Basic Obedience
Puppy Training
Leash Pulling
Recall
Reactivity / Aggression
Barking Excessively
Separation Anxiety
Biting / Nipping
Potty Training
Resource Guarding
Fearfulness

Training Formats Offered

Group Classes
Private Facility

Program Formats

Ongoing Weekly
Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

Working
Herding

Age of Dogs Trained

Puppy (<1 year)
Adolescent (1-2 years)
Adult (2-8 years)
Senior (8+ years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
✓ Balanced Training

Equipment:

✓ Clickers
✓ Food Rewards
✓ Harnesses
✓ Flat Collars
✓ Obstacle Courses

The club supports AKC-sanctioned obedience trials, rally, and performance events. Training programs are offered through member trainers who focus on breed-specific excellence, including conformation, obedience, and working disciplines. Programs are structured around ongoing weekly training and intensive preparation for competitions.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not listed by the club; individual members set their own rates. Contact breeders or trainers directly for package details.

About the Trainer

The German Shepherd Dog Club of Greater New Haven is an AKC-recognized club founded in 1960, dedicated to promoting responsible ownership, breeding, and training of German Shepherd Dogs. The club offers monthly meetings, obedience trials, specialty shows, and educational seminars for owners and enthusiasts. While the club itself does not directly offer private or group training sessions, it connects dog owners with experienced members who are active in obedience, rally, and performance events. Many club members are certified trainers, breeders, and competitors who provide training services through their own businesses. The club serves as a trusted resource for finding qualified trainers who adhere to breed standards and ethical practices.

The club hosts sanctioned AKC obedience trials and performance events, indicating a strong focus on structured, competition-ready training. Members include top breeders and exhibitors in the U.S., many of whom offer training for family companions, working dogs, and competition-level performance. The club’s emphasis on the AKC Breed Standard and its long-standing reputation make it a credible source for finding experienced German Shepherd specialists.

Accomplishments

The club has been active since 1960, hosts annual specialty shows and obedience trials, and includes AKC Breeder of Merit recipients and top U.S. exhibitors among its members. Club leaders have decades of experience in breed standards and performance training.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should join the club or contact individual breeders/trainers listed on the Breeders page to inquire about training services and scheduling an initial evaluation.

Contact

66+ Years Experience

Availability

Weekdays
Weekends
Evening

Certifications

Credentialed

Associations

Languages

English

wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

Dog breeder

Location