Our purpose is to promote the advancement of well-behaved dogs and responsible dog ownership. CVOC is a non-profit organization founded in 1981. All our instructors are volunteers.
Our Objectives
- To promote and further the advancement of well-trained dogs, sound of body and mind.
- To improve the training skills of the members in the training of their dogs.
- To promote cooperation and good sportsmanship among the members in the training and exhibition of dogs.
- To sponsor and promote education and training activities for all dog owners in the Catawba Valley area.
- To promote proper dog care for the general public in the Catawba Valley area.
- To hold obedience demonstrations and participate in local educational events.
- To promote and support legislation that specifically maintains our individual rights as dog owners and that which co ntinues our ability to attend and exhibit at any and all dog-related sporting, performance and other events.
Membership
Membership is open to all who are interested in obedience training. Requirements are to have completed an obedience class with CVOC or elsewhere and be able to perform basic obedience exercises of SIT, DOWN, STAY, COME AND HEEL ON LOOSE LEASH. An evaluation of owner/dog team may be required.
Online membership sign-up is not available at this time. To request an evaluation and/or a membership application, please email glesani@charter.net or senjiland@charter.net. PLEASE NOTE: Out of control dogs, excessive barking, lunging and aggression are not allowed in our group setting.
Membership applications are read and voted upon at the monthly meeting held the first Thursday of each month.
We have four types of Membership:
- Individual (18 years of age and above - $40)
- Family 1st adult, $40 plus each additional individual - $20)
- Junior (Under 18 years of age - membership and class applications must be signed by parent or guardian - $20)
- Senior (62+; $20)
Online membership sign-up is not available at this time.
As a volunteer organization, we request that all members participate when possible in club events and assist with set up and take down of training equipment on Thursday night training. See the Class Schedule for a list of classes offered and for the member-discounted rate. The club offers classes for the public and classes for club members.
CVOC takes training etiquette very seriously. Polite behavior on the part of both the dog and handler is expected. Members are required to review and adhere to our Etiquette statement.
PLEASE NOTE: Out of control dogs, excessive barking, lunging and aggression are not allowed in our group setting.
General Members Training & Meeting Information
We train every Thursday evening starting at 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (around parking lot to back of building) inside Foothills Gymnastics located at 920 29th Ave NE, Hickory NC 28601. Exceptions for holidays or special events are announced.
A Member's business meeting is held at Foothills Gymnastics starting promptly at 6:45 PM on the 1st Thursday of each month. Regular training follows immediately after the meeting.
Weekly Member Training
On the "Club Side" during each Thursday night training, club members are offered a variety of obedience training sessions, as well as health and wellness presentations. Members volunteer to lead one or more sessions throughout the year. Examples of past trainings have included an Essential Oils program, Canine Massage and also a Reiki healing demonstration.
Our Trainings
We look forward to learning something new each week. Members volunteer to share their interests, such as:
AKC Tricks titles
Some members enjoy a day at the Carolina Training Center in the dock diving pool or at an Agility, Scentwork, or Tracking class.
AKC Fit Dog
Organized group walks with our dogs to attain AKC Fit Dog titles (CVOC is an official AKC Fit Dog Club.)
AKC Agility
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AKC Canine Good Citizen™, CGCA and CGC Urban titles
Some member's dogs love to run FCAT and Coursing events.
AKC
Rally
AKC
Rally is a favorite class that emphasizes teamwork between the dog and handler. Multiple cues, both verbal and non-verbal, can be used. The first two levels are performed with the dog on lead. There are three higher levels performed with the dog off lead. Basic obedience exercises such as sit, down, stay, heel and come are used in various combinations to allow the dog/handler teams to show how they work together.
Obedience
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Therapy Dog Skills Training
Therapy dog skills training teaches the skills required for a therapy dog candidate. A therapy dog needs to be comfortable working around medical equipment such as walkers or wheelchairs, and with patients who might move differently or make unusual noises. Mastering these skills can be used for certification with a therapy dog organization.
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