Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Dog Training & Obedience Classes in Tulsa
Established in 1947, we are the oldest obedience training club in Oklahoma. Our volunteer-driven organization provides comprehensive dog training programs from puppy basics to competitive agility, emphasizing positive reinforcement and AKC-certified instruction. Our facility features a 12,000 sq ft air-conditioned building with secure outdoor training areas. Our mission combines technical excellence with community engagement through events like obedience trials and our AKC-recognized Paw Pals therapy program. With over 75 years of experience, we foster sportsmanship and responsible dog ownership through structured training and community service initiatives. 
Services
Puppy Training
Obedience Classes
Agility Training
Scent Work
Tricks Classes
Rally Training
Therapy Visits
AKC Events
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ years of professional dog training experience since 1947
- Our instructors complete apprenticeships and hold AKC obedience titles
- We maintain a 12,000 sq ft dedicated training facility with outdoor areas
- Paw Pals therapy program promotes community engagement through canine visits
- AKC-certified curriculum prepares dogs for competitive obedience trials
Associations and certifications
- AKC (American Kennel Club)
Services
Obedience Training
Structured classes teach fundamental commands and advanced obedience skills using positive reinforcement methods. Our AKC-certified instructors guide dogs through progressive curriculum from puppy basics to competitive levels. Training focuses on building reliable off-leash control and precision in complex exercises for obedience trials.
Agility Training
Professional instruction for obstacle course navigation including jumps, weave poles, and contact equipment. Our program develops handler-dog communication through timing and movement skills. Classes prepare teams for AKC agility competitions with progressive difficulty from beginner handling to advanced course strategy.
Puppy Classes
Early socialization and basic training for puppies aged 8-16 weeks. Curriculum includes housebreaking, bite inhibition, and fundamental commands. Socialization sessions build confidence with people and other dogs while establishing foundational training for future obedience programs.
Scent Work
Specialized training that develops dogs' natural olfactory abilities through AKC-sanctioned scent detection exercises. Programs teach odor identification and source location skills using professional scent detection methodologies. Classes cater to recreational participants and competition-level teams.
Paw Pals Visits
AKC-recognized therapy program pairing trained dogs with healthcare facilities. Participants complete CGC certification and specialized training for therapeutic interactions. Visits include nursing homes, children's hospitals, and educational institutions to provide animal-assisted emotional support.
People
Meredith Butcher
Obedience & Agility Instructor
AKC-title holding instructor with expertise in competitive obedience and agility training. Specializes in developing handler-dog communication skills through progressive training methodologies that emphasize positive reinforcement techniques.
Moira Lawson
Paw Pals Coordinator
Therapy program coordinator overseeing AKC-recognized canine visits. Manages training requirements and facility partnerships for the organization's community outreach initiatives, ensuring professional standards for therapeutic interactions.
Tom Kotch
Agility & Obedience Instructor
Experienced trainer with dual expertise in agility course design and advanced obedience instruction. Focuses on developing precise handling techniques and off-leash control principles for competition preparation.
Jeanne Diver
Puppy & Tricks Instructor
Specializes in early education and trick training programs. Develops curriculum that combines fundamental obedience with engaging mental stimulation activities that prepare dogs for advanced skill development.
Dovie Ryan
Scent Work Instructor
Certified scent detection specialist with experience in both recreational and competition-level odor identification training. Implements professional detection methodologies adapted for pet dog cognitive development.
Questions
What types of dog training classes do you offer?
We provide puppy basics, obedience (beginner to advanced), agility, rally, scent work, and tricks training. Specialized programs include AKC title preparation and therapy dog certification.
Are your instructors certified professionals?
All instructors hold AKC obedience titles and complete our hands-on apprenticeship program. Continuing education ensures current training methodologies align with best practices in canine behavior science.
How can my dog join the Paw Pals therapy program?
Dogs must pass beginner/novice obedience classes and the Canine Good Citizen test. Handlers complete an application process with trainer recommendations and vaccination records.
Do you offer training for competitive dog shows?
Yes, our advanced obedience and agility programs prepare teams for AKC trials. We provide specialized instruction in competition requirements and scoring criteria.
What equipment is required for beginner classes?
Students need a properly fitted collar and six-foot leash. Training equipment including agility equipment and scent work materials are provided at our facility.
How does the graduation program work?
Beginner obedience students complete a 10-week curriculum with weekly evaluations. All graduating teams receive certificates and participate in our formal graduation celebration event.
Reviews (4)
Karen Heck-Scott
May 31, 2022
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I enrolled Otto in Beginner's Obedience and had the good fortune to have Dan as our trainer. I am so impressed with Dan's style of training, he's very gentle and patient, and Otto made great progress. And Otto passed his exam today! 100/10 would recommend!
Laura A.
Jan 16, 2020
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I have taken 4 classes now at Tulsa Dog Training Club. The club is entirely run by volunteers who are passionate about dogs- which keeps the cost down. My chocolate lab and I have had 4 different teachers who have all been great! The club also sponsors all types of dog classes and events. My favorite class so far is Nosework where your dog learns to identify and find particular scents. It is a fun place to meet other dog owners and teach your dog to behave!
Chris Medlock
May 21, 2019
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Been training at the club for more than a decade. There is no better place in Northeast Oklahoma to learn how to train your dogs.
Jo C.
Mar 23, 2018
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I took my dog in for 10 weeks of beginner obedience school. Before school, I thought my dog was a lost cause and was too unruly to finish the course. After the first two lessons, I almost quit. We worked hard and did homework 2-3x a week and finished the course. By the end end, it was like having a different dog. Her temperament improved. She didn't bark as much, obeys commands well. Jihrlea and Laura are fantastic trainers.
