About Us

NYOC Dog Training is a branch of the North York Obedience Club.  The Club has about 70 members most of whom volunteer in some capacity during the year.  To learn how NYOC got started, check out our history.  You will also find more information on how the Club operates today.  Below are comments about what NYOC has meant to the members, some of whom now live as far away as British Columbia.

As well as training dogs, volunteers from the Club bring learning and laughter to the public through demonstrations with their dogs at nursing homes, seniors’ residences, cub and brownies, hospitals and libraries.

What NYOC Means To Me – from our Members

“I joined NYOC while still in university, and now I am retired! I made many, many life decisions based on dogs, including who I married, where we lived, what cars we bought, where we vacationed, etc. NYOC is not just a dog club, it is a source of lasting friendships, and played an important role in making me who I am today.” — Janet H.

“I am proud to be a member of NYOC. The members are friendly and helpful and we remember that dogs are fun, and that it’s a good thing to keep learning! The fact that so many members have been members for such a long time says a great deal about the club.” — Laura D.

“NYOC is where it all started for me. I came with my first Bichon, Mandy, just for her to learn to be a well-behaved dog. By the time she earned her CDX in Canada and the US, I knew there was no looking back. I have met some great mentors and got lots of advice over the years. I have also participated in NYOC by helping out at a couple of trials and taught classes from Beginner to Open.”  — Daryl