Frequently Asked Questions

The Cleveland All-Breed Training Club (CABTC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting responsible dog ownership through balanced training and community education. We have been serving dog owners in the greater Cleveland area since 1940.

Membership is open to all dog enthusiasts, regardless of breed or experience level. We welcome both beginners and seasoned dog handlers looking to improve their dogs’ manners, social skills, and performance in various canine sports.

Please park in the MIDDLE of the parking lot at all times. Spaces along the front of the building are reserved for instructors and office managers. Agility classes will be on the right side (Suite B – Door 2) and all other classes will take place on the left side (Suite A – Door 5 and Puppy Room – Door 4).

Please potty your dogs in the BACK of the building on the gravel. DO NOT potty your dog on any grass, including in front of or between any of the buildings! Cleanup is mandatory: supplies are available throughout the potty area.

CABTC focuses on a balanced training experience. We have experienced, talented, and skilled instructors with experience training a wide variety of dogs in a range of activities and skill sets.

We offer a wide range of classes including basic obedience, puppy socialization, advanced obedience, rally, conformation, agility, and more. Our goal is to provide a balanced training experience for all breeds, ages, and skill levels. CABTC’s instructors have many years of training experience with a wide variety of dogs in a wide range of activities.

Our class schedules vary by discipline, season, and instructor availability. Typically, we offer a reduced class load over the summer. All of our classes are regularly updated on our website and registration system, so please check there for the most current information.

No. CABTC offers group classes in a variety of disciplines and activities. These classes are offered as 6-7 week long sessions or drop ins.

No. While our instructors are experienced in training dogs with a range of personalities, motivations, and hurdles to overcome, CABTC does not offer any group or private classes for reactive or aggressive dogs. Due to the nature of our class structure and building layout, dogs that have shown aggression to dogs or people are not allowed on CABTC property at any time. We appreciate your assistance in keeping all CABTC visitors safe.

Absolutely. We welcome prospective students to observe ongoing classes to get a feel for our training environment and methods. Just contact us in advance, and we’ll be happy to arrange a suitable time for your visit.

Simply visit the Classes section of our website to view current class offerings and schedules. Each discipline at CABTC offers unique classes, so be sure to read the class descriptions and introductory information before registering.

Once you have selected a class, complete the online registration form and submit any required documents.

For more information on how to register, manage your CABTC–BusyPaws account, and review common registration questions, please see the following user guides:

• CABTC Registration – BusyPaws User QUICK Guide.pdf
• CABTC Registration – BusyPaws User Guide.pdf

If you have additional questions, please contact [email protected].

The class times listed on the CABTC website reflect our full range of class offerings and do not indicate current availability.

If the registration system displays “There are no available dates at this time,” the class is not currently open for registration but may become available in the future, especially if sufficient interest is shown.

Please select “Join Waitlist” to be notified when registration opens. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore other disciplines and discover something new to enjoy with your pup!

CABTC classes often fill quickly. To learn more about registration prerequisites (“tags”) and waitlists, please review:

• CABTC Registration FAQ – Prerequisites and Waitlists.pdf

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Your dog has not yet been approved (“tagged”) to register for that class.

With a few exceptions, primarily beginner-level classes, most CABTC classes require pre-approval (“tags”) before registration is permitted.

For additional information, please contact [email protected].

You can add a new dog to your account in one of the following ways:

1. Log in to your CABTC–BusyPaws account and create a new pet profile.
   • Note: For classes that require tags, your new dog will appear as
     “Unavailable” until the appropriate pre-approval tag has been added by the Registration Team.
2. For classes that do not require pre-approval tags, you may select “Add a Pet” during the booking process.
   • Be sure to deselect your existing dog if necessary.
3. If you have already completed the Pet Registration Form and would like to add another dog,
   please contact [email protected] to update your information.

We recommend bringing a sturdy leash (no retractable leashes, please), plenty of small, soft treats for rewards, and any veterinary records requested during registration. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for dog training.

CABTC allows one or two handlers per dog, as specified by your instructor.

When completing the Client Profile Form, you must list the second handler. If your alternate handler is not listed on the form, they will not be permitted to attend class with you.

If you wish to add a second handler after submitting the Client Profile Form, please contact [email protected] to update your information.

We are sorry that your pup is/you are not feeling well. There is no need to contact us. Your instructor will take note of your absence in the attendance and ensure to catch you up on missed skills when your pup/you feel better at the next class session.

Dogs in heat can only participate in classes listed under Conformation, Fit Dog, Obedience, Rally, Tricks/Patterns. If your dog is in heat, they must wear a diaper at all times while they are in the building. Dogs in heat CANNOT participate in classes listed under Agility or Scent Work under any circumstances.

If CABTC is cancelling a class due to the weather, you will be notified by email. You may also check the CABTC website which will have a pop-up notification stating the dates and classes that will be impacted by the weather cancellations. Additionally, this information will be present at the top of the home page in the form of a yellow banner. A message will also be placed on the CABTC answering machine if you prefer to call.

Refunds for classes must be requested 48 hours prior to the start of a training class. Any requests to change a class start date must be made 1 week prior to the start date of the registered class. Once the class begins, no refunds will be given for all or a portion of the class fee. All cancellation requests must be made to [email protected]

When applicable, class homework is typically emailed a few days before that week’s class.

The homework attachment is provided as a link within the email. Clicking the link will automatically download the homework PDF to your computer.

If you have lost the email containing the homework link, please contact [email protected] and request that the homework be resent.