About Us

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K-9 Obedience Club of Jacksonville, Inc., (K9) is a Florida Corporation that was founded in 1951 and as of June 27, 2025 was designated as a public charity non-profit that is eligible to receive tax deductible bequests and gifts under IRC §501(C)(3). K-9's purpose is to educate dog owners to make our community safe and to promote humane treatment of dogs.  K-9 offers affordable and accessible classes that strengthen the bond between dog and owner. 

K-9 also offers seminars on special canine topics and informational programs at general membership club meetings. The club's grounds provide a safe and beautiful area where these activities take place. 
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K-9 hosts AKC licensed Obedience Trials and AKC licensed Rally Trials per year.  Our Match Committee holds Obedience Show-n-Go's several times a year where members have the opportunity to test their skills in a trial atmosphere in the ring. 

K-9 Obedience Club is not affiliated with any private breeder or any other private, public groups or individuals.  If someone claims affiliation with K-9 Obedience Club, contact us here.

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Deb Hardman

Alison Nelson, Rex, Leo, & Coco

Samantha Giacalone, Mango, Nellie, & Peach 

Juli Wilkison & Raisin

Board of Governors

2026 - 2027

President Deb Hardman
1st Vice President Alison Nelson
2nd Vice President Jacquelyn Newlands
Treasurer Christine Peterson
Secretary Robin Wallen
Board Member Stacy Payne
Board Member Rhonda Taylor
​Board Member Samantha Giacalone
Board Member Juli Wilkison​

Christine Peterson & Mokka

Stacy Payne & Kirra