Obedience training is the foundation on which we build a great pet or competitive athlete. All activities for dogs, whether it's agility, herding, lure-coursing, tracking, competitive obedience and rally or just a pleasant walk in the park - rely on basic obedience training.

Tyler Obedience Training Club instructors believe and teach that the dog must want to do what you ask and need not be forced to do it. While it's best to start young, the old saying, "You can't teach an old dog new tricks," simply is not true. It is never too late to train your dog to be obedient. Obedience training prepares your dog to be a true companion.

Competition Obedience and Rally Trials test a dog's ability to perform a prescribed set of exercises on which it is scored. As you progress with your dog, you both move from Beginning Novice to Novice to Open and into Utility Exercises — earning performance titles and recognition along the way.

Experience the ultimate in companionship and teamwork. Taste the thrill of competition. Join a TOTC training class and participate in obedience trials. Not only is it lots of fun, but your dog will love you for it as will anyone who comes in contact with your obedient dog!

TOTC hosts our next AKC Obedience & Rally Trials in Longview Saturday and Sunday July 28-29, 2012. Mark your calendar and come see the finest obedience and rally competitors from six states competing for titles, awards and prizes!