Put all you learned in the Get Ready to Trial Seminar and enter the AKC Virtual ACT test on Sunday, November 5! The Agility Course Test (ACT) is an entry-level agility event designed to introduce dogs and their handlers to trialing in agility. It's a great way to earn your first AKC agility title while […]
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Agility is a popular sport in which a handler leads a dog through a series of obstacles, such as jumps, tunnels, and teeters, with the goal of completing the course accurately and within the allotted time. TCOTC hosts four AKC agility trials per year. Upcoming Trials: November 21-23, 2025 February 27-March 1, 2026 May 8-10, […]
Our December 9 WCRL Sanctioned Rally Trial is now open for entries! From the World Cynosport Rally Web site: Rally is a fun and exciting team sport for dogs and their handlers! Dog and handler teams navigate a course at a brisk, continuous pace, with numbered signs indicating different exercises to perform such as Sit-Down-Sit, […]
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Agility is a popular sport in which a handler leads a dog through a series of obstacles, such as jumps, tunnels, and teeters, with the goal of completing the course accurately and within the allotted time. TCOTC hosts four AKC agility trials per year. Upcoming Trials: January 5-7, 2024 Entries open Wednesday, November 15 Final […]
At TCOTC's Annual Membership Meeting, members will receive reports on the past year's activities and will elect new members to the board of directors. Members may attend in person or virtually over Zoom. You must have a current membership in order to vote. To renew your membership, click here. Register HERE to attend IN PERSON […]
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Join us for some spooktacular fun and games for you and your dog at our Winter Game Night. Sign up for one of three sessions to play games and tackle fun challenges while earning tickets to win great prizes. $10 per dog for members, $15 per dog for nonmembers. Sessions at 6:15 p.m., 7:00 p.m. […]
A seminar on keeping active and having fun with your dog during the winter months The arrival of snow and cold doesn’t have to mean the end of outdoor fun with your dog. Winter weather provides opportunities to try out a host of new sports and activities, from sled dog racing to skijoring. Even if […]
Canine Fitness Seminars with Darcy Roessler of Sweaty Paws Darcy Roessler, CCFT, CPCFT, of Sweaty Paws, returns February 3 and 4 for a weekend of seminars focused on canine fitness! […]
AKC Agility Trial, March 1-3 Agility is a sport in which dog and handler teams navigate through a series of obstacles. The goal is to compete the course with within the allotted time and with few or no faults. Dogs of all sizes, ages, and breeds can compete in agility. The public is welcome to […]
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Novice/Open Handling Seminar with Danielle Wagner Come build your teamwork and explore handling options in this mini-seminar presented by Danielle Wagner. Ideal for teams that are nearly ready to trial or recently started trialing. We will be sequencing about 12-15 obstacles jumps, tunnel and contacts (no weaves). With a maximum of six teams able to […]
Are you ready to get candid about the secrets to a well-behaved and obedient furry friend? Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a newbie in the world of pet parenting, these new quarterly live sessions are an opportunity to get experienced trainer insights on a wide variety of canine topics. In this interactive session, […]
Earn a new title with your dog! AKC Fetch is the newest title opportunity from the American Kennel Club's Family Dog program. AKC Fetch tests your dog's ability to retrieve an object (a bumper or ball). Dog and handler teams compete in four levels: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Retriever. Any dog 6 months or older who […]
Show the world that your dog is a Canine Good Citizen! The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Test is a 10-skill test that demonstrates your dog's ability to navigate the human world in a polite and well-mannered way. The CGC is open to dogs of all ages, breeds, and breed mixes. Dogs that pass all 10 […]
AKC Agility Trial, May 10-12, 2024 Agility is a sport in which dog and handler teams navigate through a series of obstacles. The goal is to compete the course with within the allotted time and with few or no faults. Dogs of all sizes, ages, and breeds can compete in agility. The public is welcome […]
TCOTC is excited to welcome Kirstin O'Neill back for another series of agility seminars May 17-19, 2024! There's something for everyone, from puppies and young dogs to advanced teams. Each seminar has 8 working spots and unlimited audit spots. All working spots are $140 members/$160 non-members. Audit spots are $25 members/$35 non-members. Friday, May 17, […]
TCOTC is proud to present Paws and Playtime: Fostering Dog-Toddler Family Bonds - A Webinar on Harmonious Coexistence Calling all families with fur babies and toddlers! Join us for an engaging webinar where we'll show you how to create harmony between your dog and your little one(s). Learn key dog training techniques to ensure your […]
Join us for a sniff-tastic opportunity to come and have your dog practice searching for odor in four elements. The odors used will be birch, anise, and clove. The elements will be containers, interiors, exteriors, and vehicles. We will offer three slots per half-hour. How it works: A volunteer will meet you in the parking […]
Searching Outdoors - Singles and Pairs These single session classes are held at various locations in the Twin Cities metro area, with goals of generalizing search behavior and understanding air flow outdoors. These classes are suitable for any dog searching for birch, anise, and clove. Each class will have 4 searches containing single hides or […]
TCOTC Members: Join us for some Rally-O practice! Rally Open Ring will feature 4 mini-courses in the Ring Room: 2 AKC and 2 WCRL. Participants may practice in all 4 rings or any of the rings they choose. We are offering 3 half-hour sessions with a max of 6 dogs per session. $15 per dog. […]
Searching Outdoors - Singles and Pairs These single session classes are held at various locations in the Twin Cities metro area, with goals of generalizing search behavior and understanding air flow outdoors. These classes are suitable for any dog searching for birch, anise, and clove. Each class will have 4 searches containing single hides or […]
Searching Outdoors - Singles and Pairs These single session classes are held at various locations in the Twin Cities metro area, with goals of generalizing search behavior and understanding air flow outdoors. These classes are suitable for any dog searching for birch, anise, and clove. Each class will have 4 searches containing single hides or […]
Does your pet have star potential? Would you like a fun way to support your club? Animal Talent Pool is holding a casting call fund raiser at TCOTC on Saturday, July 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Dogs should be friendly, social, brave, and well trained, and have a solid stay command. Photos will […]
Searching Outdoors - Singles and Pairs These single session classes are held at various locations in the Twin Cities metro area, with goals of generalizing search behavior and understanding air flow outdoors. These classes are suitable for any dog searching for birch, anise, and clove. Each class will have 4 searches containing single hides or […]
Searching Outdoors - Singles and Pairs These single session classes are held at various locations in the Twin Cities metro area, with goals of generalizing search behavior and understanding air flow outdoors. These classes are suitable for any dog searching for birch, anise, and clove. Each class will have 4 searches containing single hides or […]
Members and non-members are invited to take the Canine Good Citizen test on Wednesday, September 11. The Canine Good Citizen title was designed by the AKC to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. It focuses on responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass […]
Does your dog know a few tricks? Sign your dog up to earn an AKC Trick Dog title! Complete 10 tricks for a Novice Trick Dog title, or only five tricks if your dog has already earned a CGC title (titles earned that evening don't qualify). Learn more about the types of tricks your dog can […]
Join us for a sniff-tastic opportunity to come and have your dog practice searching for odor in four elements. The odors used will be birch, anise, and clove at NACSW strength. The elements will be containers, interiors, exteriors, and vehicles. We will offer 3-4 slots per half-hour from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. How it […]
Unleash Your Dog's Potential! Are you ready to get candid about the secrets to a well-behaved and obedient furry friend? Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a newbie in the world of pet parenting, these new quarterly live sessions are an opportunity to get experienced trainer insights on a wide variety of canine topics. […]
TCOTC Flyball Tournament - Entire Facility - Contact: Karen Radford
Join us for a weekend of Obedience and Rally Competition! Entries open Wednesday, August 28 Final Closing Date Wednesday, October 2 Download the Trial Premium here. Online entries also accepted; see link in Premium.
Join us for some spooktacular fun and games for you and your dog at our Halloween Game Night. Sign up for one of three sessions to play games and tackle fun challenges while earning tickets to win great prizes. $10 per dog for members, $15 per dog for nonmembers. Sessions at 6:15 p.m., 7:00 p.m. […]
Unleash Your Dog's Potential! Are you ready to get candid about the secrets to a well-behaved and obedient furry friend? Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a newbie in the world of pet parenting, these new quarterly live sessions are an opportunity to get experienced trainer insights on a wide variety of canine topics. […]
Paws and Playtime: Fostering Dog-Toddler Family Bonds – A Webinar on Harmonious Coexistence Calling all families with fur babies and toddlers! Join us for an engaging webinar where we’ll show you how to create harmony between your dog and your little one(s). Learn key dog training techniques to ensure your pup and toddler coexist peacefully. […]
Join us for a weekend of teamwork and fun at our November AKC Agility Trial! Final closing: Wednesday, November 6. Trial chair: Chris Mosley, mushtownroad@gmail.com Judge: Megan Schafer (#48144), Casper, Wyoming Download the premium and entry form here. Online entries accepted at labtestedonline.com. Volunteers make our trials a success! Volunteer to work at the event […]
Earn a new title with your dog IN ONE DAY! AKC Fetch is the newest title opportunity from the American Kennel Club's Family Dog program. AKC Fetch tests your dog's ability to retrieve an object (a bumper or ball). Dog and handler teams compete in four levels: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Retriever. Any dog 6 […]
We are excited to have Rachel Pearson up from Texas for a weekend of learning and fun! We've got a great lineup of seminar sessions that offers something for nearly everyone. We start of Friday with a mid-day workshop for TEENAGERS, for dogs 5-12 months of age. Friday evening, join us for an informative and […]
Unleash Your Dog’s Potential! Are you ready to get candid about the secrets to a well-behaved and obedient furry friend? Whether you’re a seasoned dog owner or a newbie in the world of pet parenting, these new quarterly live sessions are an opportunity to get experienced trainer insights on a wide variety of canine topics. […]
For current TCOTC scent work students.
Join us for some New Years fun and games for you and your dog at our Game Night. Sign up for one of three sessions to play games and tackle fun challenges while earning tickets to win great prizes. $10 per dog for members, $15 per dog for nonmembers. Sessions at 6:15 p.m., 7:00 p.m. […]
Join us for a series of agility seminars with Kelsey Kirkpatrick! In lieu of our January agility trial, TCOTC is hosting this opportunity to learn and build skills in agility with Kelsey Kirkpatrick, a seasoned instructor and handler with 23 years of agility experience. Working spots are $140 and audit spots are $25. No refunds […]
TCOTC's annual membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, both in person and virtually over Zoom. Board and staff leadership will share achievements over the past year and we will elect a new member to the board. Please consider attending so we can reach our 35-member quorum. 2025 Agenda, 2024 Meeting Minutes […]
Come to TCOTC and practice in the ring before you compete. The cost is $5 for 5 minutes of time in the ring of your choice. All dogs are welcome. Treats, toys, and training are encouraged but please use competition collars of gentle leaders only. Our ring monitors have the right to excuse anyone making […]
Join us for a weekend of Obedience and Rally Competition! This 3-day trial is a regional qualifier for the 2026 AKC National Obedience Championship. Entries open Sunday, December 22 Final […]
Agility is a sport in which dog and handler teams race against the clock to complete a course consisting of jumps, tunnels, and other obstacles. It's great fun but requires […]