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“We teach you to train your dog
to be a better companion”
HROTC was established in 1947 with the following objectives:
▪To conduct training classes for the preparation to compete in obedience trials.
▪To encourage sportsmanlike competition.
Hampton Roads Obedience Training Club offers a beginner class based on simple behavior modification techniques using a reward system to teach basic behaviors which is one hour per week for eight weeks. Our experienced instructors will teach your dog to sit, down, come, walk on a loose leash, stand, not jump on you or the furniture and stay. Also included are tricks for fun.
Our training methods are the most up to date positive and motivational techniques which makes training FUN. You will get answers to your questions about house training and other canine behaviors that can be troublesome. The bond between you and your dog will grow stronger as he becomes a well behaved companion and a respected member of the community. Your dog may even become certified as a Canine Good Citizen as a result of your training with HROTC.
ADVANCED TRAINING
For those interested in competing in obedience trials and earning titles, we can also teach you to train your dog in Novice, Open and Utility as well as the new sport of Rally Obedience in the advanced class.UNUSUAL TRAINING
In the recent past we’ve had a “guest” instructor teaching the art of dancing with our dogs. Bow to your partner and do-si-do – it was great fun!If wishing to have your dog focus on you, our instructors are able to either offer an attention class, or incorporate these methods into an advanced class along with like exercises.
THE BIG PICTURE
Being part of the HROTC “Team” includes assisting at our Agility, Obedience and Rally trials. There are so many ways you can lend your support while you are having fun learning new tasks.COMMUNITY EVENTS
Become a Canine Ambassador! Members and their dogs give programs on Animal Safety at local schools, libraries, recreation centers, even at detention centers. And once your dog has earned his Canine Good Citizen award, he’ll be ready to be tested as a Therapy Dog, able to visit local hospitals and nursing homes. What better way to give back?As a member of HROTC you can enjoy the public events we support, such as being a major sponsor in Chesapeake’s annual “Bark In The Park” where we have CGC testing and Rally run-thrus. Members have joined together in taking valuable classes, such as American Red Cross Pet First Aid. Knowing what to do in an emergency may help you to save your best friend’s life!
And of course, we have great social events! We have an annual Awards Banquet where we honor our members who have been successful in putting titles on their dog(s) in the previous year. We add to the festivities by having a Gift Exchange (cut-throat style!), with one strict rule – NO CRYING!
Our Summer meeting is laid back with a tailgate picnic. This gives everyone a chance to relax and talk with members that you see in class, but almost never get a chance to visit.
Most likely one of the best things about the HROTC is the willingness of instructors and members to try new and innovative methods of training, always with safety and consideration being foremost.
Fun is always emphasized for both you and your dog. Of course one of the objectives of the club is to encourage you to compete and earn the various AKC titles in any and all of the performance events.
CLASSES and FEES
Our classes are held each Tuesday evening at 7 and 8 p.m. throughout the year. Training is currently being held at Holy Trinity School, 154 W. Government Ave., Norfolk, VA 23403, but is subject to change. The courses are six weekly sessions with generally one or two weeks between each course. The cost for the course is a very reasonable $65.00, and once you have completed one six-week course, you are invited to join the club. The annual dues are $15.00 for an individual, and $25.00 for family membership. Once you are a member, the training fees are $15.00 per session, per dog.
WON’T YOU JOIN US?
We are sure you will agree that obedience training is FUN and the best gift you can ever give your dog and your family. Come out and enjoy the company of fellow enthusiasts.For more information you may contact one of our Trainers:
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Training Director Agility, Open Obedience Classes: |
Jean Conroy (757) 857-7419 agilcorgi@cox.net |
| Beginner Classes: |
Cindy Downey (757) 647-1585 cind001@yahoo.com |
| Rally Classes: |
Silke Satzinger (757) 620-0898 silke@agfm.com |
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Last updated: Friday, 13-Aug-2010 22:16:38 CDT
Training Classes:
Holy Trinity School
154 W. Government Ave.
Norfolk, VA 23403
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2010 CGC Testing
will be conducted at:
Bark-in-the-Park
Norfolk SPCA Dog Walk
Dogs Gone Swimming
Saturday Sept 18th, 12-5pm
Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center
7300 Newport Ave, Norfolk
noon - 5pm
HROTC will be doing Rally demonstrations and Run-Thrus
Event benefits:
Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center
Volunteer to this Event
VBKC AKC Santioned Match
Sunday Sept 19th, 12-5pm
Kempsville Park
832 Lobough Drive
Virginia Beach
HROTC will be providing Stewards
Brochure / Entry-Form
Volunteer to work at this Event
Bark in the Park
Sunday Oct 3rd, 12-5pm
Chesapeake City Park
noon - 5pm
HROTC will be a sponsor
We hope to have a team for the Dog Walk
We will do CGC Testing
Event benefits:
Chesapeake Humane Society
Volunteer to work CGC Testing
Norfolk SPCA Dog Walk
Saturday, Oct 23rd
10am - 2pm
Stockley Gardens Park,
in historic Ghent
We will do CGC Testing
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or contact Cindy
Event benefits:
Norfolk SPCA
Volunteer to work CGC Testing
VBKC All-Breed/OB Trials
Sat/Sun Nov 6-7, 2010
Virginia Beach Convention Center
HROTC will be providing Stewards
Volunteer to work at this Event
Christmas Portaits
by Shutter Paws Imaging
Sat Nov 13, 2010
Holy Trinity gymnasium
Sittings every 1/2 hour,
9am to 4:30pm
Registration REQUIRED to Reserve a Spot
Reserve your Sitting Time NOW!
