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Intermediate Canine Good Citizen

  • Next-Level Course for Dogs Who Have Completed Heeli Fundamentals

  • Focuses on mastering 10 essential skills

  • Promotes responsible pet ownership

  • Includes a practice test at the start and a final test at the end of the course

  • Covers the cost of testing and certification

 

Designed for dogs who have completed foundational training, this program focuses on mastering the 10 key test items required for the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen certification, ensuring your dog can demonstrate good behavior in public settings.

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In this course, you and your dog will work together to enhance communication and understanding, ensuring that commands are not just followed but executed confidently in any environment. The Canine Good Citizen program values both dogs and owners, emphasizing that responsible pet ownership is just as important as your dog’s behavior. You’ll become a more attentive and responsible pet parent as your dog hones exemplary manners.

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Prepare for your Canine Good Citizen certification by mastering the following skills:

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  • Accepting a Friendly Stranger

  • Sitting Politely for Petting

  • Appearance & Grooming

  • Walking on a Loose Lead

  • Walking Through a Crowd

  • Sit, Down & Stay on Cue

  • Come When Called

  • Reaction to Another Dog

  • Reaction to Distractions

  • Supervised Separation

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Learn more about the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen program and get started on your journey to certification. Schedule an in-home consultation or call us at (505) 721-7243 to speak with an instructor.

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Have questions?  Call us today at (505) 721-7243.

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