Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep Course

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Unlock your dog’s potential and set them up for success with our Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep Course! This course is designed to prepare you and your canine companion for the AKC’s esteemed CGC certification, showcasing your dog’s good manners and solid training.

Course Highlights:

  1. Foundational Skills: We’ll cover essential commands such as sit, stay, come, and down, ensuring your dog responds reliably in various situations.

  2. Socialization: Your dog will practice polite behavior around other people and dogs, including greetings and calm interactions, crucial for passing the CGC test.

  3. Handling and Grooming: Learn techniques for comfortable handling and grooming, including accepting examination of their body and paws by a stranger.

  4. Leash Walking: Master loose-leash walking in public settings, focusing on walking politely without pulling.

  5. Distraction Training: Build your dog’s ability to remain calm and focused amidst common distractions, from noises to bustling environments.

  6. Practice Tests: Participate in mock CGC tests to gauge progress, receive feedback, and adjust training as needed to ensure you're both ready for the official evaluation.

Interested in AKC courses or evaluations? For personalized guidance on Canine Good Citizen certifications, AKC Fit Dog levels, or any other AKC programs, reach out to me directly. I’m here to assist with enrollment, answer questions, and ensure you and your dog are set up for success.

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Canine Good Citizen

  • An advanced level that builds on the CGC skills, adding more complex commands and scenarios. It tests the dog's ability to perform skills like a longer stay, more complex leash walking, and handling more challenging distractions.

  • This level focuses on urban environments, evaluating how well a dog handles city-specific challenges such as busy streets, public transportation, and other urban distractions. It demonstrates the dog’s ability to adapt to a variety of urban situations.

  • While not part of the CGC program, the AKC Trick Dog titles can complement CGC training by showcasing a dog’s ability to perform tricks and advanced behaviors, further demonstrating their training and bond with their owner.

  • The AKC Virtual Home Manners program is a modern approach to training your dog in essential home behaviors through a convenient online format. This program is part of the AKC's efforts to provide accessible, high-quality training resources for dog owners. Here's a detailed description of the AKC Virtual Home Manners program:

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ATT and FETCH

  • The AKC Temperament Test is designed to evaluate a dog’s stability, reliability, and friendliness.

  • The AKC Fetch Competition is a fun and engaging event where dogs and their handlers showcase their retrieving skills. This competition is designed to highlight a dog’s natural ability to fetch objects, demonstrating both enthusiasm and precision

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FitDog

  • Introduce and establish a foundation for regular exercise and healthy habits.

  • Enhance your dog’s fitness level through more varied and challenging activities.

  • Reach and maintain an advanced level of fitness through rigorous and sustained exercise.

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mariah@caninekindnessco.com
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