Hamilton Dog Obedience Club

20/06/2025

Hamilton Dog Obedience Club - Term 3 Update.

We will not be running classes in Term 3 this year. After careful consideration, we have decided to use the term to focus on upskilling our instructors. We will also be reviewing our current CD1 and CD2 lesson plans to ensure we're providing the best possible experience for both you and your dogs.

We will be back in action for Term 4, enrollment details will be posted right here on our page in September. Thank you for your understanding and support and we look forward to seeing you again in Term 4.

16/04/2025

Enrolments are now open for Term 2 2025. Follow the link below to enrol.

This course is suitable for any dog and their handler looking to improve their dog's confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills....

14/02/2025

For dogs enrolled in all classes this term (term 1) that started on Wednesday 12th February...

Please re-read our pinned post regarding everything you need to bring for class next week.

We look forward to seeing you again and meeting your dogs 🐾

30/01/2025

Due to high demand, we have opened one more class for our term 1 course. There are currently 4 spaces available so get in quick.

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills....

22/01/2025

Club membership for 2025 is now open, please follow the link below to enrol.

This is to enrol as a member of the Hamilton dog obedience club. Committee members, competition obedience participants, volunteer instructors all...

22/01/2025

Enrolments are now open for term 1, please follow the link below to enrol.

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This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills....

02/10/2024

Enrolments for term 4 are now OPEN.

COSTS
Course fee $100.
2024 club membership $20.

Term dates
23rd October - 11th December.

As part of this course, you will be required to bring along a bed that can be used outside for your dog, treats and a training pouch. Bumbags from Kmart or second-hand shops can be used as treat pouches. Dog roll can also be cut up into cost effective and highly motivating dog treats. Please see our pinned post for futher information before enroling.

To enrol in this class, you must also become a club member for 2024, please do this at this link once you finish enroling in the class.

If you have already completed our CD1 class, you will be sent an email to enrol in our CD2 or Parkour classes. If you do not recieve an email, but wish to join one of these classes, please message us to register your interest and we will send you the link to enrol.

We do not hold a wait list, so places in our classes are on a first come first served basis.

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills....

18/09/2024

Three of our CD1 graduates from last night with their certificates. Well done to all of our CD1 and CD2 dogs and handlers for completing the course, we look forward to seeing you again next term :)

08/08/2024

Last night was the start of our term 3 level 1 class with dogs. All pups and handlers did really well and we can't wait to see the progress they make over the duration of the course!

Many thanks to Metro Paws Doggy Daycare & Grooming Frankton for letting us use your amazing facilities this term so we can shelter from this wet and windy weather!

11/07/2024

MUST READ BEFORE ENROLLING.

There are a few things that we require you to provide to be able to participate in our classes. It is important to note that whilst all of these items can be acquired at low cost, there will be further costs beyond the initial enrolment fee.

- A dog bed is required. While we strongly recommend using a raised dog bed, you can use something as simple as a towel, a mat, or a regular dog bed on the floor. Please note that if it is on the floor it may get wet.

- Food rewards are also essential. These do not have to be expensive packaged treats. A good low cost option is Chunky or Possyum dog roll cut into small pieces. Regular kibble is usually not a good option as it is often not tasty enough to compete with the distractions we experience at class.

- A training pouch to store your food rewards. This needs to be easily accessible and hands free. Cheap bags with a waist belt are a good low cost option that can be found at Kmart or Op shops.

- Long lines up to 10m in length to use for certain activities. Horse lunge lines are cheaper than dog specific long lines and can be purchased from equestrian shops. Another low cost option is to make one with a length of rope attached securely to a clip.

- No choke/check chains or slip leads are permitted. Regular flat collars or harnesses, and standard leads are acceptable. Retractable/flexi leads are also not advised for classes due to numerous safety reasons.

The below is also required by either club policy or by council bylaw.

- If you have a female dog and she comes on heat, policy is that you leave your dog at home. You are welcome to attend without your dog so that you don't miss out on information.

- Under the Dog Control Act 1996, it is legally required for all dogs over 4 months to be registered and microchipped, with up to date registration tags clearly displayed.

If you have any further questions around these items and policies, please reach out to us via message or email.

Kind regards,
Hamilton Dog Obedience Club

10/07/2024

Enrolments for our level one class are now open. Level one classes will be held at Metro Paws Doggy Daycare & Grooming Frankton from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.

Please follow the link below to enrol

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills....

29/05/2024

All classes cancelled 29.5.24.

Due to the adverse weather conditions and power outages across Hamilton, we have made the choice to cancel all of tonight's classes.

Stay safe if you are travelling!

Apologies for any inconvenience caused. Classes will resume as normal next week.