Course curriculum

  • 1

    What is a Canine Good Citizen (CGC)?

  • 2

    Who can participate in CGC?

    • Age requirements for dogs

    • Age requirements for people

    • Biting or growling incidents
  • 3

    Collars, Leashes and Equipment

    • Approved and Non-approved Equipment

  • 4

    Harsh Corrections to Your Dog

    • Harsh Corrections
  • 5

    Urinating or Defecating during the Test

    • Potty your dog BEFORE the test!
  • 6

    Disabilities

    • Disabilities - Dogs

    • Disabilities - Handler
  • 7

    Treats/Food/ Toys during CGC Test

    • Treats / Food / Toys
  • 8

    Passing the CGC Test

    • Pass / Fail
  • 9

    10 Items of the CGC Test

    • Week 1-Item 1: Accepting a Friendly Stranger

    • Week 1-Item 2: Sitting Politely for Petting

    • Week 1- Item 3: Appearance and Grooming

    • Week 2- Item 4: Out For A Walk (Walking on a Loose Leash)

    • Week 2- Item 5: Walking thru a Crowd

    • Week 3- Item 6: Sit and Down on Cue/Staying in Place

    • Week 4- Item 7: Coming When Called

    • Week 4- Item 8: Reaction to Another Dog

    • Week 5- Item 9: Reaction to Distractions

    • Week 5 - Item 10: Supervised Separation

    • Week 6: Review and Mock Test
  • 10

    Contact CGC

    • Contact CGC Dept.