Dog Training Club of Tampa

09/29/2026

From our students, Kendra and Ruxin.

"Thank you DTCT and Instructor Sue Allen. Ruxin and I competed in the AKC Agility trial this past weekend and to say it was a success is an understatement! We competed in 4 events and took 1st in 3 of them☆ We couldn't have done it without the support and training from DTCT."

08/22/2026

We have a last-minute opening in our September Therapy Dog Training class. Pet Therapy is a wonderful and rewarding pursuit for you and your dog. These classes fill up quickly, but thanks to a last-minute cancellation, we have one open spot. If this is something you have always been interested in, register today! https://dtct.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=2282

07/16/2026

At its July 2026 meeting, the AKC Board of Directors approved a new policy and related disciplinary changes to strengthen protections for dogs at AKC events. The health, safety, and wellbeing of dogs are at the heart of everything AKC does. In recent months, several incidents involving dogs left una...

06/23/2026

It is once again that time of year. Resharing......

The link in the original post isn't working so we are sharing two others here:
https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/UW432

Great video but instructions for washing your dogs mouth prior to heading to the vet begin around 5 minutes 30 seconds. https://youtu.be/Cg1HUuxM7Zc?is=KBuan19sVcCt0tw_

Do you know how to protect your pets from the deadly Cane Toads (Bufo Toads) infesting Florida neighborhoods?

Visit the link below to watch in-depth videos illustrating the serious danger these toads pose to our pets and demonstrating how to correctly flush your pet's mouth after exposure.

*** 2026 update with two new links***

https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/UW432

Great video but instructions for washing your dogs mouth prior to heading to the vet begin around 5 minutes 30 seconds.

https://youtu.be/Cg1HUuxM7Zc?is=KBuan19sVcCt0tw_

https://www.conservancy.org/our-work/science/cane-toad

06/02/2026

🐾 Rally Novice Drop-In Class – Tuesday 2:30pm 🐾

Looking for a fun way to build teamwork, improve obedience skills, and prepare for Rally competition? Have you taken a Novice class but still want to practice Novice courses?
Register here:
https://dtct.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=2614

04/22/2026

🐾✨ Build the ultimate foundation for your sport dog! ✨🐾

Our Dog Sport Foundations class at the Dog Training Club of Tampa is the perfect way to build (or refresh!) the essential skills every sport dog needs. 🐕

In this class, you and your dog will:
🐾 Strengthen your bond as a team
🐾 Build body awareness and confidence
🐾 Improve coordination, focus, and control
🐾 Practice skills that make trials less stressful—and way more fun!

From Flyball to Agility, Barn Hunt to Rally, Disc Dog to Obedience—this class helps create a well-rounded teammate ready for anything. Whether you're just getting started or looking to level up, these foundation skills carry across ANY dog sport. 🎯

🐶 It’s all about teamwork, communication, and helping your dog understand how to use their body effectively—setting you both up for long-term success and confidence in and out of the ring.

👏 Come join a supportive, fun environment where learning happens through encouragement, play, and connection!

📚 Ready to get started? Check out our full course catalog and upcoming classes here:
👉 https://thedogtrainingcluboftampa.org/take-a-class/

Let’s build confident, capable sport dogs—together! 🐾💙

04/14/2026

Find the Rat!