10 Essential Skills: CGC 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.
Can treats be used during the CGC test?
CGC Requirement #4: Walking on a Loose Lead You are allowed to speak to your dog during this course, so use this to your advantage to keep your dog focused and on task. No training tools like treats or training collars can be used on the exam, so your dog will need to be able to walk in a regular harness or collar.
How do you pass the Canine Good Citizen test?
Canine Good Citizen Test
- Greets a friendly stranger.
- Sits politely for petting.
- Welcomes being groomed, brushed; allows paws and ears to be handled.
- Walks as directed on a loose leash.
- Moves politely through a crowd.
- Sits, lies down, and stays in place on command.
- Comes when called.
- Behaves politely around other dogs.
Can a CGC evaluator test their own dog?
Canine Good Citizen Evaluators should avoid any situations, which appears to be a conflict of interest. Evaluators may not test dogs they own in the CGC test.
Is the CGC test hard?
Completing and passing the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test is difficult for both dog and pet owner. To pass the CGC test, you have to do all 10 steps completely successfully. The three most difficult steps are Sitting Politely For Petting, Reaction To Another Dog and the dreaded Supervised Separation.
How old does a dog have to be to take the CGC test?
There is no age limit for the CGC test. A dog is never too old to be a good citizen. Puppies who have completed all immunizations and boosters may be tested, however, because we know that behavior and temperament can change over time, when puppies pass the CGC test, owners should have them re-tested as adults.
How many times can you take the Canine Good Citizen test?
You and your dog may retake the Canine Good Citizen test as many times as you need. On test day, if you and your dog fail only one test, the evaluator may retest that one skill at the end of the testing period. If you and your dog can demonstrate that you really do know that one skill, you’ll pass the CGC test.
Can you use a gentle leader for CGC test?
Even though they are great for learning, training tools (prongs, gentle leaders, e-collars) cannot be used during any of the CGC tests. The test evaluates how the dog listens to voice commands, not how well they behave with corrective tools.
Can you use a prong collar during CGC test?
Equipment: During the CGC evaluation, dogs must wear a standard buckle collar, a slip collar, or a fitted body harness. Special training collars, like head halters, prong/pinch collars, electronic collars, or no-pull harnesses are not permitted during testing.
How old is Canine Good Citizen?
Ages 6 months and older. Dogs must have completed a Puppy or Basic training class.
What does the CGC test consist of?
This test demonstrates that the dog can behave politely around other dogs. Two handlers and their dogs approach each other from a distance of about 20 feet, stop, shake hands and exchange pleasantries, and continue on for about 10 feet. The dogs should show no more than casual interest in each other.
Can you put a harness on a dog for CGC?
First, the CGC test must be performed on leash. Just note that special training collars such as pinch collars, head halters, and electronic collars are not allowed. Body harnesses can be used for the CGC test, but the evaluator will check to make sure it won’t completely restrict your dog’s movement.
What do you need to know about the CGCA test for dogs?
Dogs must pass all 10 items of the test to receive the CGCA title. if the test is done in the community, dog waits while the owner sits and has a snack or visits with another person (e.g., at a park) Walks on a loose leash in a natural situation (not in a ring) — does not pull. Dog walks past distraction dogs present; does not pull.
Are You Ready to pass the AKC CGC test?
Practice at home will polish them. When you’re ready, the final step is to pass the test administered in person by an AKC CGC Approved Evaluator. During this time of COVID-19, it’s important to continue training your dog safely so you’ll both be ready to jump back into CGC classes when social isolation is over.
How do I get an AKC CGC title for my Dog?
For owners wishing to receive an AKC CGC Title once their dog passes the test, they will need to complete the title application form which is provided by the evaluator.
