Charles River Dog Training Club

Welcome to the Charles River Dog Training Club, a nonprofit organization in the greater Boston area, dedicated to training dogs of all breeds as companions and for obedience trial competition. Established in 1941, CRDTC is one of the oldest dog training clubs in Massachusetts. CRDTC holds AKC obedience trials and matches, and other events during the year.

Training Classes

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CRDTC's AKC Obedience trials

CRDTC events

New England Events & Info

Frequently Asked Questions

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CRDTC welcomes new members. Once you've completed a training course or have trained at the club on four different dates, you are eligible to apply for membership. You'll need two club members, or one member and one instructor, to sponsor your application.

The club's membership year starts October 1st. Annual dues for an individual are $30, for a family are $35, and for a Junior are $10. It's half the yearly rate if you join after April 1st.

The success of club activities depends on member participation. It's fun and a great way to get to know people. Members receive a discount on training fees, the newsletter with a calendar of events, and access to special classes. Active members earning titles during the year are acknowledged at the annual meeting and awards dinner. Members in good standing may borrow training books and videos from the club library and join an email list for club members.

Contact us for more information about CRDTC

Print a club brochure - updated November 2009

CRDTC telephone: 617-443-1188

CRDTC e-mail: crdtc@yahoo.com

Club Officers:
President: Becky Leonard
Vice-President: Maryanne King
Treasurer: Margaret Stubbs
Secretary: Mary Stevens

Betty Dannewicz
Gwen Beaven
Pete Frykman
Nadia Innes
Alanna Kelly
Wendy Marcks
Nancy Sankus
Bill Stevens
Marilyn Tromer

Upcoming CRDTC Events

2009-2010 Class schedule

Past CRDTC Events

May 22, 2010: Obedience and Rally Show & Go with CGC Test - flyer and entry blank

March 21-22, 2010: AKC-licensed Obedience & Rally Trials, Franklin MA - premium list

November 2009 AKC-licensed Obedience Trial, Franklin MA

May 16 2009: Obedience & Rally Fun Match with CGC Test, Newton MA

Apr 13 2009: Canine Good Citizen Test

March 14 & 15 2009: AKC-licensed Obedience & Rally Trial, Franklin MA

Tuesday Feb 17 2009: Rally Workshop, Waltham MA

Jan 31 and Feb 1 2009: AKC Obedience and Rally Seminars

Jan 9 2009: Attention Course

Jan 5 2009: Canine Good Citizen Test

Nov 15 2008: AKC-licensed Obedience Trial

Nov 3 2008: Canine Good Citizen Test

Oct 21 2008: Rally Workshop

Oct 15 2008: Obedience Workshop - Focus and Attention: The Team Approach

June 30 2008: Canine Good Citizen Test

May 28 2008: Competition Obedience Workshop - HEY HEY NOVICE A!

April 23 2008: Obedience Workshops - Heeling Handling / Drop on Recall

April 7 2008: Canine Good Citizen Test

April 15 & 22 2008: Rally Workshops

Mar 17 2008: Canine Good Citizen Test

Mar 15 2008: AKC-licensed Obedience Trial

Mar 16 2008: AKC-licensed Rally Trial

Earlier events: Archived Events

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Frequently Asked Questions about Dog Obedience Training

What is an Obedience Trial?

Hints for Obedience Stewards

Hints for the Chief Steward in Obedience

The AKC Obedience Regulations
includes Judges Guidelines and the Steward in Obedience

Overview of AKC Obedience

Getting Started in AKC Obedience

Tracking Information & Links

Rally-style Obedience

www.rallyobedience.com

Rally founder Bud Kramer's site

APDT Rally Obedience

www.k9rally.com

But my dog doesn't have papers! ILP/PAL explained

The AKC Canine Good Citizen Program

Obedience titles for mixed-breed dogs

What's a Dog World Award?

Careers Involving Dogs
Includes links to professional organizations and informational sites

I want to be a professional dog trainer

New England Events

AKC Obedience Trials in Greater Boston
ASCA All-breed Obedience Trials - Aussie events in New England
UKC Obedience Trials in New England
Obedience Matches in Greater Boston monthly
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) & Temperament Tests in Greater Boston monthly
Seminars, Workshops & Clinics in New England monthly
Canadian Obedience Trials

Boston area Clubs & Classes

Dog Obedience Clubs and Classes in Greater Boston and New England

Puppy Kindergarten classes in Greater Boston

Hourly Ring Rentals / Facility Rentals in Greater Boston

AKC Club search

Agility Clubs and Classes in Greater Boston

Breed Handling (Conformation) classes in Greater Boston

The Steward's Club of New England, Jean Derench, Secretary, taraterriers@aol.com

Finding an Instructor

National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors

Association of Pet Dog Trainers
Suggestions to help you choose a trainer; Search for a Trainer in Your Area

Pet Therapy organizations in Massachusetts

All Breed Rescue - List of Contacts in New England
monthly

Obedience Supplies & Equipment / Other Resources

J & J, 800 642-2050
Excellent source of training equipment - leashes, collars, dumbbells, scent articles, portable jumps, tent crates.

Max 200 800 446-2920

Sylvia's Tack Box, St. Peter MN, 507 931-2292, Fax: 507 931-2759, tacbox@iglide.net
Microprong pinch collar & items for small dogs.

Templates of Blank Entry Forms for AKC, CKC and UKC in ZIP format

Dogwise 800 776-2665
One of the best sources for dog books and videos.

MASSFED, Massachusetts Federation of Dog Clubs and Responsible Dog Owners

Front & Finish, the dog trainer's news

Puppy Classes
start July 6 2010

Beginner Course
starts Sept. 2010

Training Classes

May 22, 2010:
Obedience/Rally Show & Go with Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Test
flyer and entry blank
Run Order

March 2010 Obedience & Rally Trials
premium list
Obed judging program
Rally judging program

CRDTC mailing list: announcements (six/per year) about upcoming CRDTC-sponsored events. Subscribe

Web Master crdtc@yahoo.com

Dumbbell graphic courtesy of Fuzzy Faces