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CANINE GOOD CITIZEN PREP

Preaparation for AKC's Canine Good Citizen Test

I work closely with each one of my clients and their animals to implement my proven problem solving process. I know you have a busy schedule, so I will customize a plan that suits your lifestyle. 

This training prepares you and your dog for AKC's Canine Good Citizen's Test.


"Responsible Owners, Well-Mannered Dogs.The AKC's Canine Good Citizen program is recognized as the gold standard for dog behavior. In CGC, dogs who pass the 10 step CGC test can earn a certificate and/or the official AKC CGC title. Dogs with the CGC title have the suffix, "CGC" after their names." (www.akc.org).


The 10 test items are: 

  • Accepting a friendly stranger

  •  Sitting Politely for Petting

  • Appearance and Grooming

  • Out for a Walk (walking on a loose lead)

  •  Walking Through a Crowd

  • Sit and Down on Command and Staying in Place

  • Coming When Called

  • Reaction to Another Dog

  • Reaction to Distraction

  • Supervised Separation

For more info about the Canine Good Citizen test, click here

Canine Good Citizen Prep: Service
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