AKC Canine Good Citizen Test Prep Class

TRAIN YOUR DOG TO BE WELL BEHAVED IN PUBLIC

Grab your American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen certification. Proudly show the world you're a great team or prepared for therapy dog training.

Did you know some insurance companies, HOAs and apartments even offer discounts for having this badge of honor?! Here are the topics we'll cover:

• How to get your dog to focus on you with distractions.
• How to greet people and dogs politely
• How to teach your dog to build impulse control, settle and relax.

CGC Skills Taught and Tested:

Test 1: Accepts a Friendly Stranger.
Test 2: Sits Politely for Petting.
Test 3: Accepts Handling/Grooming.
Test 4: Walks with a Loose Lead.
Test 5: Walking Politely Through a Crowd.
Test 6: Sits and Downs on Command and Stays in Place.
Test 7: Comes when Called.
Test 8: Behaves Politely on Leash Around Another Dog.
Test 9: Reaction Normally to Distractions.
Test 10: Remains Relatively Calm When Separated from Handler.

With dogs sharing our lives more closely than ever, it's important that each dog is given a real-life education. Many behavioral issues can easily be prevented by knowing how to train the behaviors you do want in the first place, making living with your dog easier.

WHEN: Meets for 5 sessions, once a week for 1 hour each class. Includes online video Orientation of Training Foundations exercises.
LOCATION: Portside Veterinary Hospital in Mount Pleasant.
CLASS PARTICIPANT FEE: – $345
TEST ONLY FEE: - $85
*Prerequisites: Dogs should be at least 12 months of age on class START DATE. 

For your optimal success, graduation from PUPPY JUNIOR CLASS or comparable training experience (with instructor approval).

Click link here to learn more about the American Kennel Club's CGC Certification
CGC (Canine Good Citizen.)

NOTE: Wonder Dog University uses only Modern Training and behavior modification methods. No choke, slip, prong or e-collars are permitted in class.