San Mateo Dog Training Club (SMDTC) in San Carlos, San Mateo County, is a licensed member of the American Kennel Club that has been providing dog training classes to the public since 1957. With nearly seven decades of experience, SMDTC has become one of the most respected and established dog training organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area. All classes take place in their spacious, fully matted and insulated training building at 595 Taylor Way in San Carlos, providing a comfortable and distraction-controlled environment for dogs and their owners to learn together.

SMDTC offers a comprehensive range of classes designed to suit every dog and owner, from brand-new puppy parents to seasoned competitors. Their Family Dog Classes include Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Obedience, Intermediate Obedience, Canine Good Citizen, Canine Good Citizen Advanced, and Tricks, all focused on building manners and practical obedience skills for everyday life. These classes are perfect for dog owners who want a well-behaved companion at home, in public, and around other dogs. The experienced trainers focus not only on obedience but also on fostering a strong bond between dogs and their owners, ensuring well-rounded, well-behaved companions.

For those interested in competitive dog sports, SMDTC provides an impressive selection of Competition Obedience Classes, including Novice, Open and Utility, Ring Ready Obedience, Introduction to Competition Obedience, and Advanced Competition Obedience. They also offer a full Rally program with classes ranging from Introduction to Rally Novice through advanced Rally skills and even virtual Rally testing. These classes are designed to prepare dog-and-handler teams for AKC obedience and Rally trials, with instructors who have extensive competition experience themselves.

SMDTC also offers Conformation classes for those interested in the AKC show ring. Their commitment to creating a dog-friendly, positive learning environment is evident in their training methods, which emphasize building confidence and enthusiasm in every dog. The club regularly hosts AKC-sanctioned obedience and Rally trials and other events, giving students the opportunity to put their training into practice in a supportive setting. San Mateo Dog Training Club is an excellent place to nurture your dog’s potential and strengthen your bond, from a first-time dog owner looking to teach your puppy the basics to a seasoned handler aiming for AKC titles. For more information about class schedules and registration, visit their website at smdtc.com or call (650) 508-1300.