Course prerequisites: Basic obedience class - dogs must already be trained on leash and be attentive to owners even in a distracting environment.
This test is for those who have completed an obedience class and/or have dogs that are consistent with basic obedience commands. The CGC Award is recognition that your dog has training and behaviors to make him a "good citizen" at home and in the community.
The Canine Good Citizen test comprises the following :
· Accepting a friendly stranger
· Sitting politely for petting
· Appearance and grooming
· Out for a walk
· Walking through a crowd
· Sit and down on command - staying in place
· Coming when called
· Reaction to another dog
· Reaction to distractions
· Supervised separation
Purebred and mixed breed dogs are welcome!
For more information, visit the American Kennel Club website at www.akc.org