Greater Saint Louis Training Club

For referral list, click hereAll classes are in session. Our next break is scheduled the week of November 25th to January 3rd, 2020. If you need immediate assistance for a dog with special behavior concerns or want in-home training, please see our trainer referral list.

Learn More HereThe Greater Saint Louis Training Club is a non-profit organization that advocates and delivers innovative force-free canine training, sponsors events, and provides education for dog enthusiasts to advance the human-canine bond.

Inclement Weather Policy: In the event classes are cancelled, information will be posted here, on the gsltc.org home page, as well as on our voice mail. Affected students will also be notified via text or email. The decision to cancel class is typically made by 2pm on the day of class.

Thanks to everyone who participated in our Trials on May 18-19, 2019. In February, we will be offering 2 AKC Rally Trials and 1 Novice Obedience Trial on one day. When it is available, premium will be posted.

Classes for Puppy & Family Dog

We have entry level classes for puppies, 8 weeks to 6 months, and foundation manners classes for pet family dogs from 6 months and older.

Classes for Competition & Fun

If you and your dog have had some training experience and you are looking for ways to challenge your dog or have some fun while learning.

Assistant Trainers Course

GSLTC’s Assistant Trainers Course is a six-month course that includes topics such as: Teaching positive reinforcement clicker methods, the science of learning, and more.

Canine Influenza

Posted on April 20, 2015 by Lorraine Martinez in News & Events No Comments

As you may be aware there is an outbreak of canine influenza virus that is currently concentrated in the Chicago area. As of yet there are no reported cases in St. Louis but veterinarians are recommending precautions. Therefore, you should not bring your dog to class if it exhibits any coughing, vomiting, lack of […]

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Stinky Dogs and Dawn Soap: The Secret Formula

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Beth Newcom in Blog No Comments

We’ve all been there when our dogs just drop on a walk and roll around in something that doesn’t smell too good. Recently one of our trainers wrote an email, upset that her dog rolled in somebody else’s business in her backyard. She tried everything to remove the smell from her dog, but unfortunately with […]

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HOW TO CHOOSE A DOG TRAINER by 4 Paws University

Posted on October 18, 2012 by studio2108 in Blog No Comments

Check out this informative article on choosing a dog trainer that is right for you written by 4 Paws University: Dog training is an unregulated industry. That means anyone, and we mean anyone, can advertise as a dog trainer and even aggression specialist. They do not have to have a special license, certification or any […]

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