Quad City Dog Center

06/09/2026

⭐️We have ONE available slot in our upcoming CGC Prep course! A very novice level of obedience is absolutely applicable for this course!

Join us for our CGC Prep Dog Training Class, where dogs (or adolescent pups) and handlers build the skills needed for the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test in a fun, supportive environment. Through positive reinforcement and engaging exercises, teams will work on obedience, manners, confidence, focus, and real-world social skills. Whether you’re preparing for the CGC evaluation or simply looking to strengthen your bond with your dog, this class is designed to help *every team* succeed while having fun along the way!

Begins June 9th @ 6pm
$250/6weeks

02/22/2026

👋 NOW ENROLLING

Even with highly disciplined working dogs, the majority of my training is built around structured play techniques and strategic engagement games. Not because it’s “cute.” Not because it’s easy. But because it works.

Play is powerful.

When you train through play:
• Engagement becomes organic, not forced.
• The relationship gets stronger, not mechanical.
• Patterns become seamless, because the dog wants to participate.
• Focus isn’t demanded — it’s offered.

Even the most serious, high-level working dogs thrive when training feels like a game they can win. Play builds clarity. It builds intensity. It builds trust.

And honestly? It’s my favorite way to train.

There’s nothing better than watching a dog light up, lock in, and choose you — not because they have to, but because they’re fully invested.

If you want to learn how to harness play to create powerful focus, cleaner patterns, and next-level engagement, join us in our upcoming class:

⭐️The Focus Factory⭐️

We’re breaking down the exact strategies we use to build strong, reliable focus through intentional play.

Spots are limited — come train with us and see the difference for yourself.

DETAILS:
When: Tuesdays at 6pm
Where: Quad Cities Dog Center located in West Davenport
Cost: $250/6weeks
Text: Focus to 469.450.8118 for more info or to enroll

02/08/2026

01/23/2026

New Clip and Go dog walk makes it debut at this weekends AKC trial.