About Us

Classes NOCI Offers

FAQs About Training Your Dog at NOCI

  • Q. Are all breeds of dogs accepted for a class at Northwest Obedience Club?
    A. Yes, we accept any size dog, pure bred or mixed breed.
  • Q. How long are the class sessions?
    A. Our class sessions are 7-weeks long. We do have some exceptions due to unexpected events. If a class session is reduced in length, fees are prorated.
  • Q. How long does the class run?
    A. All classes are scheduled to be 50 minutes in length.
  • Q. Where can I get more information about becoming a member of Northwest Obedience Club?
  • A. Please visit our membership information page.

Northwest Obedience Club, an all volunteer, not-for-profit organization*, has helped individuals to train their dogs to become better household companions for over 70 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 70 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.

Facility Information

Northwest Obedience Club’s facility is well equipped with equipment that meets or exceeds the standard’s for many recognized dog organizations such as the American Kennel Club, the United Kennel Club, and others.
The rooms are large, spacious, well lit and matted with soft, cushioned rubber mats. The building is climate controlled for year round comfort. There are designated areas for observers to sit and space available to crate your dog.

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 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
Silvia Simmons
President

Shawn Hacker
Vice President

Amber Perri
Secretary

Jaclyn Radeni
Treasurer

DIRECTORS
Barb Novak
Membership

Robin Dembski

Bonnie Frank–
Service Credit/Doggie Dollars Coordinator

Peggy Roesner
Training Hall Secretary
Email: Training Hall Secretary

Tracey Kent
Director of Training, Agility

Ray Czubek
Director of Training, Obedience

Jim Doescher
Director of Training, Nosework

Members do you want to be on the club’s e-mail list?
Contact: Training Hall Secretary

Awards Chairperson
Debbie Butt

Plaques
Lois Theobald
Char Bruno

Banquet
Britta Schornborn
Cheryl Moore

Fireplug Editor
Samantha Seitz

Facebook Admin
Shawn

Website
Elizabeth Jennings

Drop in Training
Debbie Fields
Nanci Tayler 

Policies for NOCI Facility and Events

NO ABUSE POLICY
NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO ABUSE OR TERRORIZE ANY DOG ON OUR CLUB PROPERTY OR AT CLUB SPONSORED FUNCTIONS AT ANY TIME. THIS POLICY IS STRICTLY ENFORCED! ANY MEMBER OR GUEST NOT ADHERING TO THIS POLICY WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE THE PREMISES AND WILL LOSE THEIR PRIVILEGE TO TRAIN AT NOCI OR ENTER NOCI EVENTS. THE USE OF ELECTRONIC SHOCK COLLARS IS NOT PERMITTED AT NOCI!
NO SMOKING POLICY
THERE IS NO SMOKING IN THE TRAINING HALL AT ANY TIME.
GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP
Physical and/or verbal harassment, assault, and/or battery towards any individual on NOCI premises or NOCI sponsored events will be grounds for losing the privilege of training at NOCI or entering any of its events.
CLEANUP
Due to the fact that it is becoming more difficult to lease properties for training and events because of careless individuals, all handlers training at NOCI or attending a NOCI sponsored event is required to clean up after his/her own dog and dispose of the waste in a proper receptacle. Anyone failing to do so will be asked to leave the premises and may lose their privilege to train at NOCI or enter NOCI events.