1. To promote the sport of dog obedience. 2. To disseminate knowledge regarding obedience training. 3. To conduct classes for the training of handlers and their dogs. 4. To encourage the training of judges. 5. To encourage and cooperate with individuals and other groups with similar purposes. 6. To hold and support obedience trials, tracking tests, exhibitions, and matches under the rules and regulations of the American Kennel Club. 7. To promote cooperation and good sportsmanship among its members in the training and exhibition of dogs.