named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Agility
Instructional program from Foundation to Masters level teaching dogs to navigate obstacle courses including tunnels, jumps, weave poles, A-frames, and pause tables using positive reinforcement.
Family Manners
Foundational training class teaching dogs to sit, lie down, wait, walk on a loose leash, and come when called; focuses on building a strong relationship between owner and dog.
Nose Work
Class introducing dogs to scent detection using food, toys, and essential oils; builds confidence and independence through box drills, building searches, and vehicle searches aligned with NACSW standards.
Obedience
Training program preparing dogs and handlers for AKC Obedience trials, covering skills such as heeling, stays, recalls, and attention exercises across Novice, Open, and Utility levels.
Rally
Interactive class teaching handler-dog teams AKC Rally exercises on-leash, including turns, sits, downs, and recalls, with focus on teamwork and progression toward Rally Novice titles.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Dog Sports and Conformation Events 6 activities
- Advanced and competition-level obedience trainingProvides advanced obedience instruction preparing handler-dog teams for performance competitions, including heeling, attention, stays, formal patterns, and marker-based training aligned with AKC and WCRL standards. Classes include Beginner Novice, Pre-Competition, and Bridging the Gap levels.
- Agility training programOffers progressive agility training from foundation to masters levels, teaching dogs and handlers to navigate obstacles using positive reinforcement. Includes prerequisite preparation, obstacle-specific drills, and age-appropriate modifications to prevent injury.
- Canine Good Citizen and specialty certification testingAdministers AKC Canine Good Citizen certification tests six times per year and offers related preparation classes to promote responsible dog ownership and well-behaved pets in the community.
- Hosting dog training events and trialsOrganizes and hosts official dog sport events including AKC-licensed rally trials, obedience trials, and Fast Cat trials—timed 100-yard lure coursing dashes—supporting competitive engagement for trained dogs and handlers.
- K9 Nose Work and scent detection trainingProvides play-based nose work classes that develop dogs' natural scenting abilities using essential oil target odors. Offers levels from introductory to advanced, focusing on independence, problem-solving, odor discrimination, and competition readiness.
- Specialty dog sports trainingOffers instruction in a range of competitive dog sports beyond obedience and agility, including Rally Freestyle, Canine Musical Freestyle, flyball, disc dog (flying disc), and K9 Nose Work, with small class sizes to ensure individualized attention.
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Rescue Dog Behavioral Training and Adoption Support 3 activities
- Dog training instruction for foundational obedience and family integrationProvides group and private dog training classes focused on foundational skills such as sit, lie down, wait, loose-leash walking, recall, and impulse control, using positive reinforcement and clicker training. Programs include Family Manners Foundation and Skills classes designed to prepare dogs for reliable behavior in home and community settings.
- Private dog training and behavioral supportProvides one-on-one training sessions through club instructors for dogs with special needs or those not ready for group settings, addressing household behavior challenges with personalized coaching.
- Puppy socialization and early training programsOffers structured training for puppies under five months of age, including AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Pre-K Puppy programs that focus on socialization, foundational obedience, housetraining, crate training, and safe interaction with people and other dogs.
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Animal-Assisted Support Services 1 activity
- Therapy Dog Certification PreparationOffers training and preparation for handler-dog teams seeking therapy dog certification, including screening evaluations, real-world acclimation using medical equipment like wheelchairs, and readiness for visits to hospitals, schools, and care facilities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$595K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$595K100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$609K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$268K
Cash$200K
Investments$0
Liabilities$5K
Net assets$262K
Liquid reserves3.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -11.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- Angela Wormser — 1st Vice Presid
- Barbara Del Rowe — Director
- Bruce Sheffler — Treasurer
- Deedie Domenicali — REC. SECRETARY
- Ken Berenson — President
- Morgaana Menzel — 2ND VICE PRESID
- Sharon Ripps — CORR. SECRETARY
- Susan Rosenstadt-Bresler — Director
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- AKC Network — Member club of the American Kennel Club, offering AKC-affiliated programs such as AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen.
- AKC Network — Offers AKC Star Puppy program as part of its puppy training curriculum.
- AKC Network — Offers training programs aligned with AKC Obedience and Rally competition standards.
- AKC Partner — Hosts AKC Fast Cat Trial events under AKC sanctioning.
- American Kennel Club Network — Member club of the American Kennel Club (AKC).
- American Kennel Club Network — Participates in AKC-licensed obedience trials and follows AKC titling standards.
- American Kennel Club Network — Participates in AKC-licensed rally trials and follows AKC Rally program structure.
- American Kennel Club Partner — Collaborates by featuring PCOTC instructors in training videos on AKC websites.
- American Kennel Club Partner — Collaborates with AKC to administer Canine Good Citizen and Community Canine certification programs.
- Intermountain Therapy Animals Partner — PCOTC's certifying partner for therapy dog teams, responsible for certification and insurance.
- NACSW Network — Offers Nose Work training aligned with NACSW standards.
- National Association of Canine Scent Work Network — Follows NACSW curriculum and structure for nose work classes and trials.
- WCRL Network — Teaches Rally exercises according to WCRL Level I standards.
- registration@pcotc.org Partner — Operational email contact for registration support and technical assistance.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Handler Empowerment Through Education and Canine-Led Learningmethodology: handler-educationBy positioning owners as their dog’s primary trainer and emphasizing education rooted in understanding canine behavior (e.g., scent work or cooperative care), the organization deepens the human-animal bond and promotes sustainable training outcomes because learning is co-created through observation, teamwork, and responsiveness to the dog’s natural instincts.
- Positive Reinforcement as Relationship-Building Toolmethodology: positive_reinforcementBy using reward-based, positive reinforcement techniques (such as praise and treats), the organization strengthens the human-dog bond, increases dog confidence, and promotes lasting behavior change because dogs learn in a safe, enjoyable environment that fosters mutual engagement and trust.
- Progressive Skill and Distraction Mastery Modelmethodology: progressive_skill_developmentBy systematically increasing training challenges—through tiered skill levels, environmental distractions, distance, and duration—the organization builds reliable obedience and real-world applicability because dogs and handlers advance through incremental mastery and practical application in authentic settings.