AKC Canine Good Citizen Workshop & Test

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 Covered in Workshop:

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: This is a 2 hour workshop. Includes CGC skills tutorials via Google Drive and Test. Test is scheduled separately at the convenience of the trainer and student.
LOCATION: Advanced Animal Care of Mount Pleasant.
CLASS PARTICIPANT FEE: – $75
*Prerequisites: Dogs should be at least 12 months of age on workshop START DATE. 

For your optimal success, graduation from PUPPY HIGH SCHOOL CLASS or comparable manners training experience recommended.

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, Dog Training, no-force, science-based methods.
NO choke, slip or prong collars are permitted in class.