DogBlog

TCOTC is thrilled to announce that Scott McKenzie and Vanessa Niemi recently earned CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed) credentials from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). Trainers who have earned CPDT-KA...

Whether enjoying a coffee or ice cream on the café patio, visiting the local shopping center, or even going to work, a well-behaved dog is a treat to bring along. And with more places welcoming dogs along with their clients, customers, and employees, we have more...

TCOTC's Intro to Gundog Workshop is an innovative alternative to traditional gundog training. This 6-week specialized course, designed and taught by instructor Katina Stamp, uses positive methods to prepare your dog to be a reliable hunting partner. Registration for a...

If you need some practice time in obedience or agility, reserve your open ring time today. Thursday open ring time runs from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.!   Due to COVID, you'll need to register in advance so we can limit the number of people at a given time. To try to...

Introduction to Competition Obedience Competition obedience is a dance that requires coordination between the handler and dog. Fluid coordination requires attention, communication, and skills from both the human and the canine. Begin learning that dance in...

Let's face it: Very few of us look a new puppy in the eye and think, "You and I are going to make a difference in the world." But that was Chad Burgess' vision when he and his wife Carla were picking out their first dog from a litter of Golden Retriever puppies. One...

At TCOTC, our training is often fun and games. You and your dog having fun together helps to build a great relationship. Even better, our games are designed to teach your dog important behaviors that can help them successfully navigate common situations at home and in...

TCOTC Diversity: We respect and support diversity in people, dogs, ideas and activities. At TCOTC, diversity is one of our core values and is reflected in many aspects of our club. It is beautifully represented in the variety of our canine members. The TCOTC Diversity...

Lynnda Lenzen's dog Ringo is smiling for a reason. Ringo, like all dogs, lives for FUN, and participating in TCOTC classes and events offers plenty of opportunities for that. In fact, fun is a core value of TCOTC, and we do our best to encourage and incorporate it...

We hope you have noticed the new graphics in TCOTC's upgraded entryway! Each represents one of your Club's Values: Community, Fun, Diversity, Learning, Leadership and Safety. The pictures feature actual club members, human and canine, representing TCOTC values in...