Town & Country Kennel Club

TCKC offers 8-week group classes in Puppy Life Skills, K9 Life Skills 1–3, Rally (AKC/UKC and WCR levels), Agility, and Canine Good Citizen preparation. Classes are structured progressively, with prerequisites such as passing CGC for advanced rally levels. Agility requires dogs to be at least 1 year old and under control off-leash. All classes use positive reinforcement and require proof of vaccinations and signed liability waivers. Day classes are offered occasionally based on trainer availability.

Pricing Summary

Class fees are $105.00 for an 8-week session, meeting once per week for 45 minutes. Payment is required at registration. No refunds are mentioned beyond the stated refund policy, which registrants must initial before enrollment.

Policies

Participants must present proof of current immunizations or titers, read and sign the registration form, liability waiver, and refund policy. Dogs must be in good health and show no aggression. A slip lead or 6-foot lead is required; choke, pinch, or e-collars are prohibited. Refund policy is available for review before registration.

Town & Country Kennel Club (TCKC) is a nonprofit dog training organization based in Bloomington, IL, serving McLean County for many years. Staffed by experienced volunteer trainers, TCKC offers group training classes in obedience, life skills, rally, agility, conformation, and therapy dog preparation using positive reinforcement techniques. Their modern, 8,900-square-foot, air-conditioned facility provides a clean and safe environment for training. Classes are structured in 8-week sessions, meeting once weekly for 45 minutes, and are open to dogs from 8 weeks old and up. Trainers must complete an apprentice program and are actively involved in curriculum development, instructor training, and supporting the 4-H program. TCKC also offers Canine Good Citizen (CGC) evaluations and therapy dog testing, making it a comprehensive resource for pet owners and competitors alike.

The club supports a wide range of dogs—from puppies to seniors, small breeds to giants—and welcomes both purebreds and mixed breeds. They emphasize building strong handler-dog relationships through fun, structured learning and provide clear prerequisites and equipment guidelines to ensure safety and success. TCKC’s commitment to ongoing trainer education and community involvement sets it apart as a trusted local resource for dog training.

Additional services include agility and rally competitions, therapy dog evaluations, and access to training resources for AKC, UKC, and WCR rally programs.

Accomplishments

TCKC is one of McLean County’s oldest dog obedience training clubs. Trainers complete an apprentice program under experienced mentors and are required to continue their education. The club supports the 4-H program and provides official AKC, UKC, and WCR rally evaluations and CGC testing.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must register online, review and sign the liability and refund policies, provide proof of vaccinations, and pay the $105 class fee. Dogs must meet health and behavior prerequisites before enrollment. Class schedules and registration forms are available on the website.