AKC Canine Good Citizen


GENERAL INFORMATION
When your dog passes the AKC Canine Good Citizen test, it indicates to others that your canine companion can now be considered a respected member of his or her community and shows that your dog can behave well in the home, in public places, and in the presence of other dogs.  We sometimes offer a class that is specifically geared towards this test, but you also can have your dog tested after completing an Intermediate Obedience Class. This test and/or class is for all ages and for all dogs--purebred or mixed breeds. Your dog must  complete and pass the ten (10) American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC)  and/or Canine Good Citizen Advanced (CGCA) requirements. Once your dog passes these tests, you  will  receive a certificate and/or title from the American Kennel Club. The CGC and/or CGCA is now a recognized optional title for your dog. Click here for more info: Canine Good Citizen. 


There is an additional fee to be paid to the AKC to obtain the CGC certificate and title.


Prerequisites: completion of a basic obedience class, a good recall, and no aggressive tendencies. 

 
WHAT IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND?
1. Download and print the IRDTC Aggressive Dog Policy and Waiver linked below. Please sign this form and bring it with you the first day of class. (If you don't have access to a printer, we will have blank forms available at the training facility.)
2. Make a copy of your dog's shot records to bring with you the first day of class.
3. Complete the online registration. You can either pay online using a credit card or Paypal account, or you can bring cash or a check the first day of class.


WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
1. Lots of small, soft food treats as rewards.
2. Crate - All dogs are required to be crated when not in the ring.
3. All vaccination records. Without these, you will not be allowed in the class.
4. It helps to have pants with pockets or bring something that attaches to your waist to hold your dog’s treats. 


WHAT NOT TO BRING?
No heels!  The floors in our training rings are made of a soft material that is safe for dogs.  Shoes with heels could damage the flooring.

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