What are the 10 tests for CGC?

10 Essential Skills: CGC Test Items

Table of Contents

Test 1: Accepting a friendly stranger.
Test 2: Sitting politely for petting.
Test 3: Appearance and grooming.
Test 4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead)
Test 5: Walking through a crowd.
Test 6: Sit and down on command and Staying in place.
Test 7: Coming when called.

How many CGC titles are there?

There are a total of 3 Canine Good Citizen titles that asses your dog’s basic obedience. Any dog of any age can take the tests to get the titles – Some handlers choose to test their dogs as a way of checking in on progress, and the test may be taken again at a later date if the dog does not pass.

What is the good citizen dog scheme?

The scheme promotes responsible dog ownership by teaching owners to train their dog for everyday life situations. There are four award levels: Puppy Foundation, Bronze, Silver and Gold. Dog owners of any fitness level or disability can take part in our Good Citizen Dog Training scheme.

What is an AKC Good Citizen?

That’s why we created the Canine Good Citizen™ (CGC) program: a two-part course designed to help you and your dog be the best you can be–together. Since 1989, over 1 million dogs and their owners have participated in CGC, mastering ten basic skills that instill confidence and good manners in and out of your home.

What should I do after CGC?

After Canine Good Citizen, a core part of the AKC Family Dog Program, many dog owners choose to participate in the advanced levels of the CGC program: AKC Community Canine and AKC Urban Canine Good Citizen. AKC Community Canine (CGCA) is all about having a well-behaved dog in the community.

What comes after AKC CGC?

After CGC

AKC Community Canine. The AKC Community Canine program is all about ensuring you have a well-behaved dog while you’re out and about in the community.
AKC Urban CGC.
AKC Trick Dog™
AKC Therapy Dog™

How much does the Canine Good Citizen test cost?

The price of training for CGC varies from trainer to trainer. On the average, 6-weeks of classes are about $100, with the CGC test given at the end of the session for no additional fee. Any fees paid for training stay with your local trainers.

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Can I do CGC training at home?

You can do most of these exercises in your own home or backyard if you have friends you trust to visit safely. Others may have to wait for the pandemic to be over. While not all CGC training can be done at home, these are basic instructions to build upon once you are safe to return to the public.

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