Description
Prerequisite: Obedience 2, Current AKC CGC Title, Adult dogs 1 year old and over
Class Duration: 6 Weeks
Instructor: Kim Watson
Class Description: This is an excellent class for you and your dog to continue working on reliable obedience skills with the distraction of other dogs and people. This class will pay special attention to your dog’s obedience proficiency and advancement. AKC Community Canine (CGCA) procedures are the focus of this class. AKC Community Canine (CGCA) testing will be offered to qualifying dogs upon the completion of this course. In order to qualify your dog needs to be able to complete the required exercises on a buckle collar. Additional testing fees will apply when dog & handler teams are tested.
For more information on the AKC Community Canine (CGCA) Program visit AKC Community Canine – American Kennel Club
Obedience Commands Introduced in this class:
- Walk on Leash – No Pulling
- Controlled Reliable Sit
- Controlled Reliable Down
- Reliable Long Down
- Reliable Long Recall
- Reliable Leave It
- Reliable Long Stay
- Behave Politely with dogs and people in a close setting
- Introduction to jumps and other equipment
How to Prepare:
- Wear comfortable shoes/sneakers, (no open toed shoes/sandals)
- Don’t feed your dog for a few hours before class, this will keep him food motivated it will also prevent unwanted car sickness
- Puppies can have half of their normal meal the morning of class and finish when they get back home
- Potty your dog, before class, in the designated areas
What to Bring:
- Flat Buckle or Snap Collar
- 6’ leash, (no Flexi-leads)
- High Value Dog Treats (treats your dog really loves)
- Poop bags for cleaning up after your dog
- Long Line
- All adult dogs are required to have a Rabies Vaccination. Please bring a copy of your Rabies Certificate to your first class.
