What is Canine Good Citizen ?
The Canine Good Citizen Program was started by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in
1989. It's goal is to reward dogs of any breed or combination of breeds that exhibit
good manners both at home and in public. This program stresses Responsible Pet Ownership
as well as Basic Good Manners on the part of the dog. There is no age limit for dogs taking
the CGC test. The tests are evaluated on a "Pass" or "Needs more work" basis.
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F&L Pet Resort is proud to offer
CGC Certification
Instructors: Cathy Mason, AKC CGC Evaluator Number 31672 &
Nancy Loendorf, AKC CGC Evaluator Number 31671
CGC Testing is being offered on the following dates:
Oct. 26, 2010 & Nov. 16, 2010.
Signup is at 6:30 PM and is open to anyone that is interested in being tested.
Cost is $5.00 per dog.
We are not offering classes at this time.Go to our Class Schedules to sign up for testing.
Requirements & Equipment:
Proof of Current Vaccinations: Rabies, DHLPP & Bordatella.
6' Leather or Nylon Lead: NO Chain, Rope or Flexi Leads.
Flat collar or Choke Chain Collar: NO Harnesses, Pinch Collrs or Head Collars.
Prior Obedience Training (can be owner taught).
NO Food, Treats or Toys for Rewards.
To pass the CGC test each dog must (on Leash).
1.) Allow a friendly stranger to approach dogs owner.
2.) Sit quietly and politely for petting from stranger.
3.) Be well groomed and willing to be handled by strangers.
4.) Walk on a loose lead beside handler (no pulling).
5.) Walk through a crowd, politely without bothering strangers.
6.) Sit and Down on Command & Stay in Place with owner moving 20' away.
7.) Come when called from 10' away from handler.
8.) Demonstrate that it will be polite around other dogs.
9.) Stay in control when faced with visual & sound distractions.
10.) Maintain its manners and training when left with a trusted person.
Once you have "Passed" the test you can send the certification papers to the AKC
along with $5.00 (not included in class or testing fees) to receive your Certificate of Certification. AKC also offers various CGC products, bandanas, pins, patches, dog tags, bumper
stickers etc that can be purchased directely from them at this point.
