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Join Butler Dog Training Association

Butler Dog Training Association is dedicated to the responsible training of dogs and the education of their handlers. We offer structured classes in obedience, agility, and a range of specialized training disciplines, designed to build reliable communication and lasting partnership between dogs and their people.

Our programs serve handlers at every level, from those just beginning to more experienced participants looking to refine their skills. We welcome opportunities to collaborate with individuals and organizations who share our commitment to sound, humane dog training.

Whether you're new to training or continuing your journey with your dog, we invite you to learn more about our classes and become part of our BDTA community.

Membership applications are open to anyone interested in dogs and the goals of the BDTA as outlined in our by-laws. To become a member, read the club by-laws and the instructions below to complete the membership form and get started on the process!

BDTA Membership Process

1. Please read the BDTA by-laws and complete one (1) version of the BDTA Membership application below. Please choose the format of the files that best works for you.

2. Once your application and payment have been received, you will be notified and asked to attend the next BDTA membership meeting (meeting dates/times found on this page).

3. Your Membership application will be read at the FIRST MEETING to introduce you to the other BDTA members and get you to join in a few club activities. This will make you a PROVISIONAL club member with limited membership rights but you are welcome to participate in as many club activities (as described in weekly emails and the event calendar on the Members Only page of the website) as your schedule allows.

4. Your membership application will be read 6 months later at the corresponding meeting will be voted on for membership at the next month's meeting. This should give provisional members 6-7 months to meet and greet as many other BDTA members at club functions so they can get to know you and your dog.

5. If you are voted in as a new club member, you will be given FULL RIGHTS to the membership you applied for.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL BDTA MEMBERS ARE REQUIRED TO VOLUNTEER FOR CLUB FUNCTIONS FOR EIGHT (8) HOURS PER YEAR.

Applying for Membership to Butler Dog Training Association

With full membership in BDTA comes individual responsibility for each member. The following are the expectations that must be met by members during the coming year beginning June 15, 2026. Members must volunteer eight (8) hours of their time during the year. If these requirements are not met by June 15, 2027, your membership will revert to an Associate Membership for the following year.

Ways that members can fulfill the eight (8) hour volunteer requirement:

1. Instruct and/or assisting a class.

2. Serve on a club committee.

3. Serve as a Club Officer or on the Board of Directors for a term

4. Help with a CGC/TDI Test

5. Help with events such as: BDTA Trials, Workshops, Seminars, Clean-

up days and presentations (presentations can be Dog Safety Demos,

Canine Ambassador events, meet n’ greets, therapy visits, etc.)

Note: Details on where to send the completed BDTA Membership application and your payment is inside the file.