Why Choose Us
Every Wednesday evening, dozens of caring and concerned dog owners - just like you - come to Flagpole Hill and have a wonderful time training their dogs. Yes, it's hard work for a few hours a week, but the rewards - for you and your dog - are boundless.
Our Club
Classes take place at Flagpole Hill in White Rock Lake Park, Dallas Texas. We assemble at the top of the hill near the Dallas Park Administration Building Class. There is plenty of free parking.
Our History
Since 1968, we train you … to train your dog! We can help you with most things including aggression, fear, anxiety, and more, and take pride in our programs designed to take you all the way to off-leash if that is your goal!
Community Engagement
• Donations made to ABOTC go to support NT area rescue organizations
• Since 2014, ABOTC has donated $39,102 to rescue organizations in the Dallas area!.
Popular Classes
According to dog park gossip, our programs bring the most bang for your buck and its central location is pretty choice (it’s near White Rock Lake). This volunteer-led program provides both basic and continued dog training education, so that once you’ve mastered that whole “Sit, Stay, Down” bit you can work on more advanced maneuvers, like keeping your dog’s attention for extended periods of time.
New classes start on the first Wednesday of each month, starting promptly at 7:30 pm and ending at 8:30 pm.
Beginner Obedience Training
An introduction to training for dogs over 4 months. In the Eight Week Beginner program we work on basic commands, impulse control, socialization, and strategies for handling unwanted behaviors.
ABOTC Annual Membership/
Advanced Training
Annual ABOTC membership allows you to bring your dog to advanced training weekly for a full year. To join the club, participation in the Eight Week Beginner program or previous club experience is usually required
AKC’s Canine Good Citizenship Program
Classes and testing for the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program is offered in the spring and in the fall. CGC is a program designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community and can be your dog’s first AKC title.
Community and Social Events
ABOTC has fun! Annual Summer Games, Halloween and Christmas parties are held for members, dogs and their families. Contributions are also made to regional rescue organizations to help support the important services they provide
Volunteer Engagement
Volunteers have been the heart of ABOTC since 1968. There are many different opportunities to get involved, from taking class photos, helping plan parties and even becoming an instructor!
The dog obedience training you receive at ABOTC is worth so much more than you can ever pay. This training teaches you how to be a friend with your dog, helps him to become a better companion, and establishes a bond between a human and their dog.
