Cindy Chiacchere

is an

Approved

CGC Evaluator

What is CGC or Canine Good Citizen ?

The AKC’s Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) Program. Started in 1989. The CGC Program 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. One part teaches responsible pet ownership and the other focuses on basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.

Why would I want my dog to be a CGC ? Please read the following story from a CGC graduate that was posted in the AKC newsletter......This is only one story - there are many other reasons.....including,  landlords who have reconsidered allowing a dog that was banned- once it had passed the CGC test.

"With horrible weather and storms across the country, I was without power for almost a week. I was on a waiting list at 5 motels in my area and was finally lucky to find a hotel room that took dogs.

I realized once we got to the hotel how training pays off. It was such a pleasure to be able to have Duncan heel, sit, wait, and even down, while I registered. He politely waited for the elevator until everyone was off before going in. He rode the elevator without a hitch. But the best thing was LEAVE IT. An elderly lady in a walker in the lobby, dropped her purse and her medication spilled all over the floor. One LEAVE IT and there was not a second look at the pills rolling on the floor. There was no shyness with her walker either.

You never know when you are going to have to leave your home and go to a hotel or even someone's home. I'm so glad Duncan and I signed up for all your classes. I have a wonderful well-behaved dog that is a joy to be around. So, to you and all your instructors, thank you for all you have done for Duncan and I.

Bev Reid"

 Some examples of what we look for in a Canine Good Citizen: