Next Tests - June 28,
2008 - Eau Claire, WI July 26, 2008 - Ramsey, MN
What is the Canine Good Citizen
Test?
The purpose of the CGC Program is to
ensure that our favorite companion, the dog, can be a respected member
of the community.
The CGC certification program, which started in
1989, is designed to reward dogs who have good
manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is
a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners
and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the CGC test are
eligible to receive
a certificate from the American Kennel Club and, as of January 1, 1999,
they are automatically recorded in the AKC's Canine Good Citizen
Archive.
To receive the CGC award each dog must pass all 10 items
of the
Canine Good Citizen Test. Test items include:
Test 1. Accepting a Friendly Stranger
Test 2. Sitting Politely for Petting
Test 3. Appearance and Grooming
Test 4. Out for a Walk (walk on a loose leash)
Test 5. Walking Through a Crowd
Test 6. Sit and Down on Command/Staying in Place
Test 7. Coming When Called
Test 8. Reaction to Another Dog
Test 9. Reactions to Distractions
Test 10. Supervised Separation
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Can My Dog Be Tested?
If a dog has been trained at home and is
well-mannered, the owner may test his/her dog. Many clubs and training
centers also offer CGC training to owners and
dogs who need to learn a few more skills before taking the test.
Who Can Take the Test?
All dogs, including both purebred and mixed
breed dogs are welcome to participate in the CGC program. Dogs must be
old enough to have received necessary immunizations such as rabies
vaccines, and there is no age limit on the test. A dog is never too old
to be a good citizen.
Is the CGC An Official AKC title?
The CGC is an award, and not an official AKC title
because the testing is not administered by AKC licensed judges. Owners
should be proud of the award and recognize that the CGC is gaining
credibility and recognition in our communities. Participating in this
program helps spread the word about the importance of responsible dog
ownership
What to bring and what not to bring when you test:
- Please bring along your dog's
brush or comb
- Buckle, slip or martingale
collars only - no pinch or prong collars; no Gentle
Leaders; no harnesses
- 4 or 6' leash, made of leather or
fabric only - no retractable leashes, no chain leashes
- No clickers, treats or toys are
allowed during the test
For more
information, please contact :
Jenny Hatten, AKC CGC Evaluator #10415, at
jenny@ItalianGreyhoundRescue.org
or
Lisa Wehrman, AKC CGC Evaluator
#31518, at
wehr0012@yahoo.com. |
