The Susquehanna Trail Dog Training Club (STDTC) was founded in May 2004 by dog trainer Dixon Cuff. He envisioned an organization that would strengthen the bond between owner and canine and use that bond to better the community. Today, the STDTC, led by his wife Connie Cuff, has over 100 members (beginning and advanced). Members frequently make therapy visits to hospitals, nursing homes, schools, prisons and participate in community events where they often square dance with their dogs and perform numerous tricks. A "Reading to the Dogs" program exists with a few of the local schools. Beginners and Advanced obedience classes are held weekly. Beginning obedience classes provide many new members the opportunity to obtain a Canine Good Citizen (CGC).