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"Welcome to the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) Program. Started in 1989, CGC is a certification
program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The
Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners
and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from
the American Kennel Club.

Many dog owners choose Canine Good Citizen training as the first step in training their dogs. The Canine
Good Citizen Program lays the foundation for other AKC activities such as obedience, agility, tracking, and
performance events. As you work with your dog to teach the CGC skills, you'll discover the many benefits
and joys of training your dog. Training will enhance the bond between you and your dog. Dogs who have a
solid obedience education are a joy to live with - they respond well to household routines, have good
manners in the presence of people and other dogs, and they fully enjoy the company of the owner who took
the time to provide training, intellectual stimulation, and a high quality life. We sincerely hope that CGC will
be only a beginning for you and your dog and that after passing the CGC test, you'll continue training in
obedience, agility, tracking, or performance events.

AKC’s Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) Program is one of the most rapidly growing programs in the
American Kennel Club. There are many exciting applications of this wonderful, entry level that go beyond
the testing and certifying of dogs."

For test details and more Information please visit the AKC website:
http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/training_testing.cfmAKC
AKC’s Canine Good Citizen®
(CGC) Program Test Items

Test 1: Accepting a friendly stranger

Test 2: Sitting politely for petting

Test 3: Appearance and grooming

Test 4: Out for a walk (walking on a
loose lead)

Test 5: Walking through a crowd

Test 6: Sit and down on command
and staying in place

Test 7: Coming when called

Test 8: Reaction to another dog

Test 9: Reaction to distraction

Test 10: Supervised separation
There are CGC preparation classes and tests given at Our Furry
Friends Training Center. We offer private tests for $39.  Both of the
evaluators, Cherie Maitland and Alan St. Andrew, are long-time
trainers and enjoy helping people and their dogs learn together.

Visit www.DOG-B-GOOD.com for the schedule of classes and tests
in Diamond Springs.
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