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Merrimac Dog Training Club



Our Classes

AKC Rally - Advanced/Excellent/Masters (YW) (Non-Members)

$122

with Yolanda Williamson

Calendar Sep 11, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks

This is not a class for beginners in AKC Rally. This class utilizes "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence in preparation for dog/handler teams to successfully trial at these levels. 

Prerequisites: Dog must have a reliable recall off leash and teams ready for off leash work.

Full Course

AKC Rally Novice - Excellent Run-Through (JSh) (Members Only)

$120

with Jeanette Showalter

Calendar Sep 11, 2025 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class uses "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence for handler/dog teams preparing to compete in Rally Novice, Intermediate, Advanced or Excellent. Teaching will be provided on any sign the class is having trouble with and on ring procedures. Handouts may be provided for some subjects. Please submit any questions you have before registering to the instructor or the Training Director. 

Prerequisites: Dog should have a reasonable heel. Teams should be familiar with all signs for the class they are working on. 

Full Course
AKC Rally Novice - Excellent Run-Through (JSh) (Non-Members)
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AKC Rally Novice - Excellent Run-Through (JSh) (Non-Members)

$122

with Jeanette Showalter

Calendar Sep 11, 2025 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class uses "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence for handler/dog teams preparing to compete in Rally Novice, Intermediate, Advanced or Excellent. Teaching will be provided on any sign the class is having trouble with and on ring procedures. Handouts may be provided for some subjects. Please submit any questions you have before registering to the instructor or the Training Director. 

Prerequisites: Dog should have a reasonable heel. Teams should be familiar with all signs for the class they are working on. 

Scent Work - Skill Building for Advanced/Excellent Teams (BA) Members Only

$120

with Beth Ann Sabo

Calendar Sep 11, 2025 at 1:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This instructional class will focus on continuing to build odor obedience and problem-solving skills. We'll increase your dog's scent work vocabulary through exposure and experience, and give you handling practice at the same time.

Prerequisites: Dogs must be on odor. Dogs are required to crate between runs.

Full Course
Scent Work - Skill Building for Advanced/Excellent Teams (BA) Non-Members
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Scent Work - Skill Building for Advanced/Excellent Teams (BA) Non-Members

$122

with Beth Ann Sabo

Calendar Sep 11, 2025 at 1:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This instructional class will focus on continuing to build odor obedience and problem-solving skills. We'll increase your dog's scent work vocabulary through exposure and experience, and give you handling practice at the same time.

Prerequisites: Dogs must be on odor. Dogs are required to crate between runs.

Intermediate Obedience (LW) (Members Only)
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Intermediate Obedience (LW) (Members Only)

$120

with Linda Wilkinson

Calendar Sep 11, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is open to dogs that have successfully completed MDTC Basic Obedience (click this link to view). It will prepare your dog for entry into AKC Competitive Agility, Obedience and Rally classes as well as MDTC's Advanced Obedience/CGC and Therapy Dog Preparation class. Upon graduation, dogs will have learned to perform sit-stays, down-stays, recalls, finishes, loose leash heeling, and work with distractions.

Prerequisites: Reactive dogs are not permitted in this class. Dogs must have successfully graduated from MDTC's Basic Obedience Class and be at least six months of age. If your dog has taken a basic obedience course elsewhere, please contact the MDTC Training Director to schedule a free evaluation/testing session to confirm your dog's ability to take this class.

If this is your dog's first time attending a MDTC class, owners/handlers are required to bring copies of your dog's current vaccination records (including Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and Kennel Cough) to the first class.

Intermediate Obedience (LW) (Non-Members)
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Intermediate Obedience (LW) (Non-Members)

$122

with Linda Wilkinson

Calendar Sep 11, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is open to dogs that have successfully completed MDTC Basic Obedience (click this link to view). It will prepare your dog for entry into AKC Competitive Agility, Obedience and Rally classes as well as MDTC's Advanced Obedience/CGC and Therapy Dog Preparation class. Upon graduation, dogs will have learned to perform sit-stays, down-stays, recalls, finishes, loose leash heeling, and work with distractions.

Prerequisites: Reactive dogs are not permitted in this class. Dogs must have successfully graduated from MDTC's Basic Obedience Class and be at least six months of age. If your dog has taken a basic obedience course elsewhere, please contact the MDTC Training Director to schedule a free evaluation/testing session to confirm your dog's ability to take this class.

If this is your dog's first time attending a MDTC class, owners/handlers are required to bring copies of your dog's current vaccination records (including Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and Kennel Cough) to the first class.

Puppy Obedience (TO) (Members Only)

$120

with Tami O'Connell

Calendar Sep 11, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is for puppies 3-11 months old. This class will focus on the foundations of dog training for puppies as well as providing proper socialization for your young pups. We'll also cover teaching handlers the best methods and practices for communicating with your puppy.

Note: Handlers are required to bring the puppy's current vaccination records to the first class. All puppies MUST have received at least the 2nd round of DHPP (distemper, adenovirus [hepatitis], parainfluenza, and parvovirus) before attending the 1st class. Rabies vaccination is MANDATORY for all puppies 16 weeks or older per Virginia State Law. Leptospirosis (Lepto), Bordetella (Kennel Cough), and Giardia vaccinations are not required to attend class. Please consult your licensed Veterinarian for additional questions or concerns.

 

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