See Top of Page for Details on the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program and Test
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Preparing for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test: 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. Instructor: Cherie Maitland
- Private Lessons $49 - $75 Each depending on your need
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 $25 for the first time at the Diamond Springs or Pine Grove Center or at any of our remote locations, or if you do not pass the first time and you later retake the test - 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
- Call to set up a Private Test for $39
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)"
Pine Grove - 209-296-4DOG Team Fitness Studio 20108 Hwy 88 Pine Grove, CA Next to Post Office and Pine Grove Video
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Diamond Springs - 622-PUPS
Our Furry Friends Training Center
694 Pleasant Valley Road, Ste 8
Diamond Springs, CA
Next to Double Diamond & Crossroads Vet
SEE BELOW FOR PINE GROVE PROGRAMS
Intermediate Obedience/Prepare for Canine Good Citizen Test: Join our
Intermediate Obedience Class and practice heel, come and stay with more distractions as well as 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. 5 Wks, Max 5 Dogs, $109
Instructor: Cherie Maitland
- June 1 - 29, Sat 2 - 3pm
- July 23 - Aug 20, Tues 10 - 11am
- Sept 24 - Oct 22, Tues 5:30 - 6:30pm
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 $25 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. $25
Evaluator: Cherie Maitland or Alan St. Andrew
- Jun 3, Mon 4 - 5pm
- July 1 Mon 3 - 4pm
- Aug 14 Wed 1 - 2pm



"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
(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?
See Below for Details on the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program
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Training With Respect & Understanding
Not sure on the and your canine companion? Trying to choose the right class and trainer? Try this helpful 60-minute Assessment and Training Tips class and clarify what's next, plus receive training tips that you can implement right away!
Class meets one-time and costs $25 and has a maximum of 4 for extra attention!
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