Northwest Obedience Club, an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization*, has helped individuals to train their dogs to become better household companions for over 50 years.
NOCI was founded in 1953 by a group of individuals that trained in the backyard of Dr. and Mrs. Justin Fleischmann. Dave Terrill, another member of this group, helped locate their first “training hall” located at the Palatine Fire Station.
Mr. Terrill, also an AKC judge, was very active and influential in building NOCI and remained on the Board of Directors as a Director at Large for many years, until his death.
NOCI remained in Palatine but in 1955 moved to the basement of a building on Brockway. In April 1956 we hosted our first AKC sanctioned match. In August 1958 we held our first AKC licensed obedience trial and tracking test.
When NOCI first began they had one night of training, holding classes from beginning level obedience to Utility, and then increased to two nights in the Palatine basement.
NOCI’s rich history has evolved extensively over the past 50 years, and we now provide a full menu of classes Monday– Friday in our current location. We have grown into a large, well-equipped dog training club, serving the northern Illinois area with quality, affordable classes for training your dog.
Our club consists of a diversified group of pet dog owners, competitive dog owners, and professional trainers. The dedication and excellence of our NOCI membership can be rare to find. Our instructors bring their love of dogs and willingness to help people and their canine companions, by giving of their time and knowledge freely. Many are currently exhibiting their own dogs in a multitude of venues and dog sports.
* Please Note: We are not a 501c 3. We are 501 c7 .
Please consult your tax advisor for details on allowable deductions for donations to Northwest Obedience Club.
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Daily Communication
Next General Meeting:
Friday, June 21st, 2024 7:30pm
Drop in Obedience Training
Fridays 10am until 12pm
Submit Your New Titles Earned
Did you earn a new title? Submit your information here:
https://tinyurl.com/NOCITitleReport
Not sure if you submitted a title? Check the current year list here https://tinyurl.com/NOCITitleSheet
Agility Ring Rentals (Members Only)
Class Session 3, 2024
The next session (Session 3) begins the week of April 29th, 2024 and ends the week of June 17th, 2024
AKC CGC and Trick Dog Tests
For more information: https://northwestobedienceclub.org/akc-cgc-and-trick-dog-tests/
NOCI Apparel
We have a great selection of sweatshirts, hoodies, jackets, etc. just in time for the cooler weather.
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Fun Match Program
For information on our Fun Matches please go to this link:
https://northwestobedienceclub.org/fun-match-programWCRL Cynosport Rally Trials
For more information on the WCRL Cynosport Rally Trials and to download the Premium please click here:
https://northwestobedienceclub.org/event/cynosport-wcrl-rally-trial/TDAA Aghility Trial
Please follow this link for the premium list and for more information:
https://northwestobedienceclub.org/event/tdaa-agility-trial/BHA Barn Hunt Trial
For More information and to download the premium please visit this page:
https://northwestobedienceclub.org/event/bha-barn-hunt-trial/