From By-laws Article II
The objectives of the Council shall be:
SECTION 1. To assist members in dispensing information on dog obedience training to the general public;
SECTION 2. To coordinate efforts toward the qualitative improvement of dog obedience training;
SECTION 3. To encourage exhibitor participation in dog obedience trials, sanctioned matches, and practice matches;
SECTION 4. To promote the standardization and improvement of judging at dog obedience trials and matches;
SECTION 5. To promote friendly relations among all organizations interested in dog obedience;
SECTION 6. To assist any club in conducting obedience trials, matches, and demonstrations;
SECTION 7. To provide opportunities for, and assistance in exchange of obedience information;
SECTION 8. To perform community service in connection with canine welfare on Federal, State, and local levels, as the members shall approve.