Pine Grove - 296-4DOG
These Classes Are Held at the Shaded Outdoor Training Center
Inbetween Pine Grove, Pioneer and West Point
Off of Hwys 88 and 26
Call or email for Directions
See Top of Page for Details
on the AKC Canine Good
Citizen Program and Test
Preparing for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test: Come learn about and practice for
taking the 10-step AKC Canine Good Citizen Test. Class includes a pre-test and ideas for dealing with any test-taking anxiety!
Basic Obedience Skills are Required.
4 Wks, Max 5 Dogs      Instructor: Cherie Maitland
  • Sept 15 - Oct 6, Wed 5:15 - 6:15pm    $59



Canine Good Citizen Tests: Sign up to take the
CGC Test with one of our friendly and experienced instructors and certified evaluators.
Test times are either on the hour or half hour, so there is minimal waiting!!
Cost is $16 for the first time at the Center or any of our remote locations,
or if you do not pass the first time and you later retake the test at the Center
or any of our remote locations, it is then half price!! Must pre-register!
Ask about the private tests that you can set up on your own schedule.
Evaluators: Cherie Maitland and/or Alan St. Andrew
  • Nov 6, Sat 9am - Noon  Location TBD


For more info on the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program visit:
http://www.akcorg/starpuppy/test_items_pledge.cfm

Quoted from the AKC Website:

"20 STEPS To Success: The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Test
Socialization
Training
Activity
Responsibility

OWNER BEHAVIORS:
1. Maintains puppy’s health (vaccines, exams, appears healthy)
2. Owner receives Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge
3. Owner describes adequate daily play and exercise plan
4. Owner and puppy attend at least 6 classes by an AKC  Approved CGC Evaluator
5. Owner brings bags to classes for cleaning up after puppy
6. Owner has obtained some form of ID for puppy-collar tag, etc.

PUPPY BEHAVIORS:
7. Free of aggression toward people during at least 6 weeks of class
8. Free of aggression toward other puppies in class
9. Tolerates collar or body harness of owner’s choice
10. Owner can hug or hold puppy (depending on size)
11. Puppy allows owner to take away a treat or toy

PRE-CANINE GOOD CITIZEN® TEST BEHAVIORS:
12. Allows (in any position) petting by a person other than the owner
13. Grooming - Allows owner handling and brief exam (ears, feet)
14. Walks on a Leash - Follows owner on lead in a straight line (15 steps)
15. Walks by other people - Walks on leash past other people 5-ft away
16. Sits on command - Owner may use a food lure
17. Down on command - Owner may use a food lure
18. Comes to owner from 5-ft when name is called
19. Reaction to Distractions - distractions are presented 15-ft away
20. Stay on leash with another person (owner walks 10 steps and returns)"
Our
Furry
Friends
Canine Good Citizen
Placerville - 622-PUPS
These Classes Are Held at the Training Center
4060 Stage Court, Unit G-4, Placerville
See Bottom Half of Page for Classes in Pine Grove
Canine Good Citizen Practice: Come learn about and practice for taking the 10-step AKC Canine
Good Citizen Test. Class includes a pre-test and ideas for dealing with any test-taking anxiety!
Pre-Requiste: Basic Obedience Skills. 3 Wks, Max 5 Dogs, $59
Instructor: Cherie Maitland
  • July 31 - Aug 14, Sat 10:15 - 11:15am
  • Oct 5 - 26, Tues 4 - 5pm

Canine Good Citizen Tests: Sign up to take the
CGC Test with one of our friendly and experienced instructors and evaluators.
Test times are either on the hour or half hour, so there is minimal waiting!!
Cost is $16 for the first time at the Center or if you do not pass the first
time and you later retake the test at the Center, it is then half price!!
Cost is always $39 for private tests that you set up on your time schedule.

     TEST TIMES CHANGED TO 1:10 and 1:30pm
Quoted from the AKC's website:

"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 frequent preparation classes and tests given at Our Furry Friends
Training Center. See below for dates and times. Both of the evaluators, Cherie Maitland
and Alan St. Andrew, are long-time trainers and enjoy helping people and their dogs
learn together.

Wouldn't it be nice to help your dog earn the honor of Canine Good Citizen? Have a
young dog or puppy under a year old? Check out the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program at
Our Furry Friends. Visit the Obedience Classes page.
See Below for Details
on the AKC S.T.A.R.
Puppy Program
Live in El Dorado Hills or Sacramento County? Visit
www.CanineCollege-California.com/CanineGoodCitizen
Group tests cost $16 or we offer private tests on your schedule
for $39.
Training With Respect & Understanding