Purebred or Mixed breeds all are welcome to test. If your dog can pass all 10 sections that the CGC Test includes, come by and let your dog strut his stuff. Training for CGC testing can be done by the handler or in a class. Cynthia is a professional animal trainer. If you would like more information, contact Cynthia at the email address above.
Canine Good Citizen Testing
Open to the public. Will test any well-mannered dog.
Earn a CGC certificate, purchase a
CGC patch & ID tag (mailed directly from AKC)
For More Info Contact:
Cynthia
318-235-7395
Monday - Friday
9 - 5 Central
Cynthia is a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.
For infomation on AKC Canine Good Citizen Program click here.
Test 1: Accepting a friendly stranger
This test demonstrates that the dog will allow a friendly stranger to approach it and speak to the handler in a natural, everyday situation.
Test 2: Sitting politely for petting
This test demonstrates that the dog will allow a friendly stranger to touch it while it is out with its handler.
Test 3: Appearance and grooming
This practical test demonstrates that the dog will welcome being groomed and examined and will permit someone, such as a veterinarian, groomer or friend of the owner, to do so. It also demonstrates the owner's care, concern and sense of responsibility.
Test 4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead)
This test demonstrates that the handler is in control of the dog.
Test 5: Walking through a crowd
This test demonstrates that the dog can move about politely in pedestrian traffic and is under control in public places.
Test 6: Sit and down on command and Staying in place
This test demonstrates that the dog has training, will respond to the handler's commands to sit and down and will remain in the place commanded by the handler (sit or down position, whichever the handler prefers).
Test 7: Coming when called
This test demonstrates that the dog will come when called by the handler.
Test 8: Reaction to another dog
This test demonstrates that the dog can behave politely around other dogs.
Test 9: Reaction to distraction
This test demonstrates that the dog is confident at all times when faced with common distracting situations.
Test 10: Supervised separation
This test demonstrates that a dog can be left with a trusted person, if necessary, and will maintain training and good manners.
Cynthia holds CGC Testing throughout the year. If you would like to test in the future, contact Cynthia directly at starlightanimals@gmail.com for future testing dates.