NEW APPLICATION ACCEPTANCE WINDOW FOR SESSION 6 (October 19 to December 10, 2026)
For new dogs to NOCI, we will be accepting Obedience, Puppy, and Rally applications as indicated below:
Start Date: Tuesday, September 08, 2026 End Date: Tuesday, October 07, 2026 at 12:00 NOON
(Applications received before or after this timeline will be returned to sender.)
Prospective New students – Welcome! If you are interested in taking a class, please go to this webpage: https://northwestobedienceclub.org/new-dog-application and follow directions to download a class application. Mail or drop off your application packet to the Training Hall Secretary per instructions on web page. For further information, contact us at . Emailed applications are not accepted.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETE AND INCLUDE: Three-page application filled out COMPLETELY (all blanks filled in) and include:
→ Immunization records from your veterinarian → Proof of rescue or military service to claim the one-time 50% discount (if applicable) → Payment VIA CheddarUp (fee schedule is below) → Applications lacking the above information will not be processed
Place your completed application packet in a sealed envelope directed to Peggy Roesner, Training Hall Secretary. No loose paperwork, please!
Application may be sent via USPS mail or dropped off at NOCI. A drop box is available outside the NOCI door; Emailed applications will not be accepted.
New, complete applications will be added to the waitlist in the order that they are received by NOCI. The week before the session begins, new dog evaluations will take place at NOCI. The Director of Training (Ray Czubek) will contact the owners to arrange a time for the evaluations. Puppies do not require an evaluation.
For questions about registration and applications, email the NOCI Training Hall Secretary, Peggy Roesner at
(Puppies must be less than six months of age at the start of puppy class. Puppies require their first two distemper boosters before attending class and veterinary copy of vaccines is required.
Please pay via CheddarUp. Fee schedule is below.
PAYMENT INFORMATION FOR PUPPY, OBEDIENCE, RALLY, and NOSEWORK CLASSES:
→ Payment must be received for your application to be accepted.
→ Pay with eCheck for no fees on your transaction → Payments will be refunded if we cannot place you in one of your class choices.
Current Fee Schedule:
Non-members – $150 Members without service credits – $85 Members with 2 service credits – $60 (include Service Credits in envelope with application) One-time discount with Proof of rescue or military service – $75 For questions about payments, email the NOCI Treasurer at
NOSEWORK CLASSES: All inquiries about Nosework classes must be emailed to the Director of Nosework, Jim Doescher at
AGILITY CLASSES/FEE SCHEDULE:
All inquiries about Agility classes must be emailed to the Director of Agility, Tracey Kent at
Non-members – $150 Members without service credits – $110 Members with 2 service credits – $85 One-time discount with proof of rescue or military service – $75
Daily Communication
Next General Meeting: Friday, August 15 2026 7:30pm
110 W Woodstock Street, Suite 2A
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Email:
*847-639-3377 (voicemail only) NOCI is an all-volunteer organization; if you have questions and need a response, you will need to email Northwest Obedience Club.
NOCI Apparel
We have a great selection of sweatshirts, hoodies, jackets, etc. just in time for the cooler weather.