Canine Good Citizen (CGC) a great title for every pup!
The Newfoundland Club of America—responsible for the preservation, protection and welfare of the Newfoundland Dog in America since 1930.
Did you know that starting in January 2013, CGC became an official title at the American Kennel Club? This means CGC now appears on the title record of dogs whose owners choose to earn the title and these owners may list the suffix, “CGC” after the dog’s name.
Started in 1989, Canine Good Citizen is a two-part program: it teaches responsible dog ownership to owners and basic good manners to dogs. The heart of the CGC program is the 10 item Canine Good Citizen test. All dogs who pass the test can earn a certificate from AKC, and owners may now choose to have CGC as a recorded title.
Check it out:
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Test1: Accepting a Friendly Stranger - YouTube
Test 1: Accepting a friendly stranger The dog will allow a friendly stranger to approach it and speak to the handler. Learn more about AKC Canine Good Citize...
Every year the NCA offers Canine Good Citizen testing at our National Specialty Show. Showcasing the wonderful temperament that our breed is known for.
The Canine Good Citizen program emphasizes responsible pet owners for owners and basic good manners for dogs. Every Newfoundland should have the ability to pass a CGC Test with basic training.
Highlighting Responsible Ownership
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Test3: Appearance and grooming - YouTube
Test 3: Appearance and grooming The dog will permit someone to check it’s ears and front feet, as a groomer or veterinarian would do. Learn more about AKC Ca...
Demonstrate Everyday Activities
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Test4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead) - YouTube
Test 4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead) Following the evaluator’s instructions, the dog will walk on a loose lead (with the handler/owner). Learn mo...
Want your Newfoundland to be welcome at the park? To be the dog that brightens people's day when you walk down the street? To be easy to manage when you have guests and to be your veterinarian's favorite client? CGC Training is a fantastic start!
Big Dogs Need Manners in Crowds
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Test5: Walking through a crowd - YouTube
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. The ...
Demonstrating Control
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Test6: Sit and down on command and Staying in place - YouTube
Test 6: Sit and down on command and Staying in place The dog must do sit AND down on command, then the owner chooses the position for leaving the dog in the ...
Thinking about doing Therapy Work with your Newfoundland? The exercises in the Canine Good Citizen test form the foundation of the Therapy Dog International Certification Test. Having a solid base will make getting certified as a therapy dog much easier.
Getting Along with Other Dogs
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Test8: Reaction to another dog - YouTube
Test 8: Reaction to another dog This test demonstrates that the dog can behave politely around other dogs. Two handlers and their dogs approach each other fr...
Some rental agencies, homeowners association, co-op, and condo boards and insurance companies such as Nationwide look for Canine Good Citizen certification according to Loretta Worters, vice president of communications for the Insurance Information Institute. “Many insurance agents will accept certificates from AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Program” says Worters.
Life is Distracting
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Test9: Reaction to distraction - YouTube
Test 9: Reaction to distraction The evaluator will select and present two distractions such as dropping a chair, etc. Learn more about AKC Canine Good Citize...
If your dog hasn’t passed the Canine Good Citizen test yet, set CGC as a goal this year! You’ll join the ranks of responsible Newfoundland owners when your dog passes the test and you’ll get the added benefit of training that is both fun and functional.
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