Canine Good Citizen
The Official AKC Guide, 2nd Edition: Ten Essential Skills Every Well-Mannered Dog Should Know (CompanionHouse) How to Train, Practice, and Pass the American Kennel Club's CGC Test
What's it about
Ready to transform your dog from a chaotic companion into a well-behaved model citizen? This guide unlocks the secrets to a calmer, more obedient dog, whether you're aiming to pass the official AKC Canine Good Citizen test or simply want a more peaceful home life. You'll discover the ten essential skills every dog needs, broken down into simple, step-by-step training exercises. Learn how to master commands like "sit" and "stay," handle greetings with strangers and other dogs gracefully, and build a stronger, more trusting bond with your four-legged friend.
Meet the author
Dr. Mary R. Burch is a world-renowned Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist and the American Kennel Club's Director of the Canine Good Citizen and S.T.A.R. Puppy programs. With over twenty-five years of experience in therapy dog work and as an award-winning author, she created the CGC test to establish a foundational standard for good behavior in all dogs. Her expertise provides a clear, trusted path for owners to build a rewarding, lifelong bond with their well-mannered canine companions.
What's it about
Ready to transform your dog from a chaotic companion into a well-behaved model citizen? This guide unlocks the secrets to a calmer, more obedient dog, whether you're aiming to pass the official AKC Canine Good Citizen test or simply want a more peaceful home life. You'll discover the ten essential skills every dog needs, broken down into simple, step-by-step training exercises. Learn how to master commands like "sit" and "stay," handle greetings with strangers and other dogs gracefully, and build a stronger, more trusting bond with your four-legged friend.
Meet the author
Dr. Mary R. Burch is a world-renowned Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist and the American Kennel Club's Director of the Canine Good Citizen and S.T.A.R. Puppy programs. With over twenty-five years of experience in therapy dog work and as an award-winning author, she created the CGC test to establish a foundational standard for good behavior in all dogs. Her expertise provides a clear, trusted path for owners to build a rewarding, lifelong bond with their well-mannered canine companions.
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