Kanawha Obedience Training Club KOTC

Kanawha Obedience Training Club KOTC Serving the greater Charleston, WV area since the 1950's. We offer training classes and AKC trials and events. K.O.T.C. d) Encourage the training of judges.

is a non-profit organization, the purposes of which are to:
a) Promote the training of purebred and All-American dogs. b) Promote education for the public concerning the welfare of all dogs. c) Conduct classes for the training of dogs and their handlers. e) Hold and support dog training exhibitions, events and tests including but not limited to obedience trials, rally trials, and sanctioned match

es under the rules and regulations of the American Kennel Club. f) Promote cooperation and good sportsmanship among its members in the training and exhibition of dogs. conducts two 8 week obedience class sessions per year - one in early January and one in early September. We host a one-ring obedience and rally trial in mid-April each year.

09/04/2026

Very good recall advice.

KOTC is having two great events in October! AKC Fast CAT will be held for 4 days over Columbus Day weekend, Oct. 9 - 12...
09/03/2026

KOTC is having two great events in October!
AKC Fast CAT will be held for 4 days over Columbus Day weekend, Oct. 9 - 12. Enter now through Oct. 2.

AKC Scent Work will be held on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Enter now through Oct. 16.

Information about these events and entry links can be found at www.kanawhaotc.com/trial-events .

October 9, 10, 11, 12 Columbus Day Weekend – Our annual AKC Fast CAT (Coursing Ability Test) will be held at Par Four Family Entertainment Center on Route 60 in Hurricane. Learn more about Fast CAT by clicking the links on this page.

09/02/2026

I couldn't say it better myself.

09/02/2026

Does your dog ignore you when you call them? Try this for a few minutes a day to make coming to you rewarding to him.

09/02/2026

This is a great way to work on your loose leash walking.

Training a release word is so important.
08/30/2026

Training a release word is so important.

A release word is a word that tells your dog he is allowed to move, following the “stay” command. Learn more about release words from AKC's dog training experts.

08/30/2026

We'll work this in class every week!

We'll be working this in today's class.
08/30/2026

We'll be working this in today's class.

Many dog owners struggle to get their dog to stay. Here's how to teach your dog to stay with detailed step-by-step instructions.

08/30/2026

Who knew?

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Dunbar Recreation Center 2601 Fairlawn Avenue
Dunbar, WV
25064

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12pm - 4pm

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