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Train your dog with confidence

Keep your dog progressing—join our family- and dog-friendly classes, or become a club member for ongoing training and support

Welcome to Catawba Valley Obedience Club

Join our dog training club for fun classes and supportive memberships serving the Hickory, NC area.

Happy dog and owner enjoying a training session in a sunny park.
Happy dog and owner enjoying a training session in a sunny park.

Our Mission

Members of the Catawba Valley Obedience Club are dog owners, breeders, trainers, and exhibitors who meet weekly to train and socialize their dogs.

Our purpose is to promote the advancement of well-behaved dogs and responsible dog ownership. CVOC is a non-profit organization founded in 1981, and all of our instructors are volunteers.

Classes & Training

At CVOC, we offer a variety of dog training classes and annual membership.

The Catawba Valley Obedience Club offers a variety of training classes structured to fit each dog’s needs and the handler’s goals.

Participate in off-site training scheduled for club member or work toward specific skill titles.

Flexible membership plans to keep your dog engaged and progressing.

Training Location

920 29th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601

We train every Thursday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Foothills Gymnastics (around the parking lot to the back of the building), located at 920 29th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601. Exceptions for holidays or special events will be announced.

Contact

Ready to get started?
Join us for a weekly class, or contact us to learn more about membership and on-going training.

Email

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mailing Address:

P.O. Box 3581, Hickory, NC 28603