Western Waukesha County Dog

4.7 Stars,46 Reviews

W 1314 Cedar Dr, Ixonia, WI 53036

Service area: Serves Ixonia, WI and surrounding areas in Waukesha County, including Western Waukesha County communities within approximately 20 miles.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Family Dog
Competition / Agility

Specialty Focus Areas

Puppy Training
Basic Obedience
Leash Pulling
Recall
Potty Training
Biting / Nipping
Resource Guarding
Fearfulness
Stealing Food

Training Formats Offered

Group Classes
Private Facility

Program Formats

Sessions Package
Ongoing Weekly

Types of Dogs

Small
Medium
Large
Giant
Herding
Sporting
Working
Hounds
Terriers
Doodles
Brachycephalic

Age of Dogs Trained

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

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment:

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

Structured 10-week sessions offered in winter, spring, summer, and fall. Puppy classes (Kinderpuppy I & II, Manners) focus on socialization and foundational commands. Obedience and Rally classes progress from Beginner Novice to Utility level, with emphasis on AKC/UKC competition skills. Agility and Conformation training are also available. Run-thrus and trials are held regularly for practice. Classes meet Tuesday/Thursday evenings and Wednesday mornings. Registration is mandatory and done via official forms.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

10-week class sessions cost $125; a 2-session punch card costs $200 (saving $50). Run-thrus are $5 for the first run and $4 for the second run per dog. Membership discounts apply. Registration requires pre-payment via mailed or emailed form.

Policies

Advance registration required; no drop-ins allowed. Registration forms must be submitted by specified deadlines. Previous forms are invalid. Classes fill quickly. Cancellations or changes require contacting the sign-up coordinator directly. No refunds mentioned.

Testimonials

“Came to watch my daughter’s dog being shown for her first show. I really didn’t have any expectations or people experience to go by. I saw a number of ladies trip on what they said is a new show surface. That was a little concerning. Even though it was bitter cold outside, the room was warm. Everyone said they appreciated the area where the dogs could run freely and work off energy. With a 5 month old puppy, that was quite needed for us. The lady showing my dtr’s dog was really helpful to another person who was showing for the first time. Gave him hints to keep the dog under better control and later showed him how to groom the dog in a show cut by actually grooming it for them. It was the same breed as ours and will be our competitors in upcoming shows, but she still helped them. The dog looked like a totally different dog, both in the way it moved and the way it looked. All in all it was a good experience, even for a non-dog person like me.”
– Anonymous

“I have only positive things to say about WWDTC. As a new puppy owner I knew absolutely nothing about owning and training a dog let alone a puppy. I am very impressed with the classes I have been able to take part in. The instructors are very knowledgeable and there are always helpers in each class to assist the instructors. The facility is all run by volunteers and runs beautifully. I have recommended WWDTC to many people already, I couldn’t be happier, Thankyou for providing such an amazing opportunity to be better dog owners!”
– Kay D

“We have only been with the WWCDG for four weeks and have been able to use the training in everyday situations with our dog. The trainers are so patient and are amazing with all dogs. Will be continuing our training in future sessions!”
– Anonymous

About the Trainer

Western Waukesha County Dog Training Club & Bark River Dog Club is a 50-year-old, all-breed, volunteer-run dog training facility in Ixonia, Wisconsin, offering group classes for puppies, obedience, rally, agility, and conformation. They provide structured 10-week training sessions with multiple levels from beginner to utility competition, based on AKC and UKC standards. Their puppy classes follow Dr. Jennifer Messer’s Kinderpuppy Course and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program, focusing on socialization, impulse control, and foundational commands. Classes are held in a dedicated facility with space for dogs to work off energy, and they host regular run-thrus and trials for practice and competition. The club emphasizes building strong handler-dog bonds through positive, technique-focused training.

They offer classes for puppies (8–18 weeks), adolescents, and adult dogs, with sessions available in winter, spring, summer, and fall. Non-members can register for classes, though members receive discounted rates. The club also hosts UKC and AKC trials, run-thrus, and workshops throughout the year, providing opportunities for competitive and recreational training. All instruction is delivered by experienced volunteers and trainers, with helpers present in each class.

Additional services include conformation training, agility trials, and rally competitions. They do not offer private in-home training, boarding, grooming, or day care. The facility is open for classes on weekday evenings and mornings, and weekend events.

The club is affiliated with AKC and UKC, and their training methods emphasize technical correctness, consistency, and positive reinforcement with structured guidance.

Registration requires completing official forms and submitting them via email; drop-ins are not permitted. Classes fill quickly, and advance registration is mandatory.

Accomplishments

Celebrated 50 years of operation in 2025. Hosts regular AKC and UKC obedience, rally, and agility trials. Offers structured training programs aligned with national standards. Volunteer-run club with decades of community experience.

How to Get Started!

Register by completing and submitting the appropriate membership or non-member registration form via email to classes@wwcdtc.com or the specific class coordinator. Registration opens on set dates (e.g., August 11 for fall). Attend orientation before class start. No walk-ins or unregistered attendance permitted.

Contact

51+ Years Experience
Free Consultation

Availability

Weekdays
Morning
Evening
Weekends

Associations

Languages

English

wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

Dog park

Location