About Us
The Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing (OTCGL) is an American Kennel Club (AKC) obedience club. Established in 1976, OTCGL is organized and functions as a tax-exempt organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501 c 4. The goals of OTCGL include:
* to promote the training and education of dogs and their handlers
* to conduct and support obedience trials, tracking tests, and practice matches under the rules of the American Kennel Club
* to promote cooperation and good sportsmanship among its members in the training and exhibition of dogs
* to encourage and cooperate with individuals and organizations with similar purposes
OTCGL strives to accomplish these goals by offering classes to the general public and handlers who compete in a variety of dog sports. In addition, OTCGL conducts AKC events such as Rally and Obedience Trials, AKC Tracking tests, and monthly Practice Matches. OTCGL is governed by a 7 member Board of Directors.