We will be running a special series this month to help people prepare for (and take) their AKC Canine Good Citizen test. Each week, we will focus on 2-4 skills required for the test. The final week, the test will be given. All passing dogs will receive a ribbon, and paperwork to get their title and certificate with the AKC. The cost of the series is $100 and includes the test. If you wish to use class passes, they will be counted at face value.  Next month, we will offer the CGC-Advanced (Community Canine). In order to participate in the CGC-A, you must have a CGC on record.  If you wish to only do part of the series, you may enroll in only the weeks you want to attend. If you wish to do the test only, that is also allowed.

 

Week 1

Responsible Ownership Pledge / CGC Rules & test etiquette

Getting your dog to focus

Test 1: Accepting a friendly stranger

Test 2: Sitting politely for petting

Test 6: Sit and down on command and Staying in place

 

Week 2

Test 4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead)

Test 5: Walking through a crowd

Test 8: Reaction to another dog

Test 10: Supervised separation (introduce)

 

Week 3

Test 3: Appearance and grooming  (don’t forget to bring your dog’s brush!)

Test 7: Coming when called

Test 9: Reaction to distraction

Test 10: Supervised separation

 

Week 4

Review

CGC Test

 

 

For more information on the CGC, including descriptions of the tested skills - click here

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us! Email at  [email protected]