St. Clairsville Ohio Kennel Club

Recommended by the Club

Dog Trainers
of the Ohio Valley

The club covers the entire Ohio Valley. These are training schools and facilities our members know and send people to, listed by county.

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Belmont County

Pawz In Time, LLC

Group classes, private lessons and AKC titles

Group classes and private lessons, at the school or in your home. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and basic obedience, Canine Good Citizen classes and testing through CGCA and CGCU, Trick Dog, AKC FIT Dog, canine conditioning fitness and pack walks. Taught around building a trust-based bond rather than the leash and collar. Members of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. Also home to Vom HeartSoul German Shepherds.

Where
56490 Key Bellaire Rd., Bellaire, Ohio 43906
Call
740‑298‑0261 (Sherri)  ·  304‑280‑7390 (Beth)
Email
pawzintime@comcast.net

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DestinyDog Obedience School

Jefferson County

Destiny Dog Obedience School

Obedience, rally and conformation

Run by Lorrie Raymond, a trainer for more than twenty-five years and an AKC Evaluator. Classes in basic and novice obedience and rally, with conformation on request. Students work toward obedience, rally, Canine Good Citizen and therapy dog titles, and some of the dogs visit nursing homes, schools and parades.

Where
166 Old State Route 7, Steubenville, Ohio 43952
In the Fort Steuben Kennel Association building
Call
740‑264‑7793  ·  text 740‑381‑7793
Email
destinydogs@yahoo.com

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Gold StarKennel

Harrison County

Gold Star Kennel

Boarding, grooming and barn hunt

A boarding and grooming facility with a heated indoor arena used for barn hunt practice and sanctioned trials. Gold Star hosts the club’s barn hunt trials on November 14 and 15, 2026.

Where
43022 Industrial Park Rd., Cadiz, Ohio 43907
Call
740‑942‑3262
Email
goldstarkennel@frontier.com

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These are independent businesses, listed as a courtesy to people looking for training in the Ohio Valley. The club does not operate them and is not responsible for their services. Contact each trainer directly for current class schedules and fees.