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CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TEST

will be given at the events at:
Bark in the Park
and
Norfolk SPCA Dog Walk

For information on requirements contact
www.akc.org for Canine Good Citizen Program

The purpose of the Canine Good Citizen Test is to ensure that our favorite companion, the dog, can be a respected member of the community. Dogs become respected members of their communities when they are trained to act mannerly in the home, in public places, and in the presence of other dogs. All dogs, including purebreds and mixed breeds are embraced by and welcomed in the Canine Good Citizen program.

Responsible Owner's Pledge
At check-in, before beginning Item 1, the handler will be required to sign the Responsible Dog Owner's Pledge indicating that the dog has a Veterinarian who provides guidance, care, and recommendations on routine health matters such as rabies vaccines, etc.

Is your dog ready?

Dogs should wear well-fitting buckle or slip collars made of leather, fabric, or chain. Special training collars, such as pinch collars or head collars, are not acceptable.
The leash should be made of either leather or fabric.
The evaluator will supply a leash or cord of 20- feet (or 15-feet attached to your leash) for item 6. owners should bring a brush to the test for the grooming exercise.
To pass the CGC test, your dog must pass all 10 items of the test. You will be allowed to talk to your dog during testing and you may offer praise and encouragement. Food can not be used as a reward during testing.

The Test Items

Item 1: Accepting A Friendly Stranger
Item 2: Sitting Politely for Petting
Item 3: Appearance and Grooming
Item 4: Out for a Walk (Walking on a Loose Lead)
Item 5: Walking Through a Crowd
Item 6: Sit and Down on Command / Stay in Place
Item 7: Coming When Called
Item 8: Reaction to Another Dog
Item 9: Reaction to Distractions
Item 10: Supervised Separation

Any dog that growls, snaps, bites, attacks or Attempts to attack a person or another dog is not a good citizen and must be dismissed.

Teaching your dogs basic obedience results in a well behaved companion at home and in the community.

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Training Classes:
Holy Trinity School
154 W. Government Ave.
Norfolk, VA 23403
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2010 CGC Testing
will be conducted at:
Bark-in-the-Park
Norfolk SPCA Dog Walk

Dogs Gone Swimming
Saturday Sept 18th, 12-5pm
Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center
7300 Newport Ave, Norfolk
noon - 5pm
HROTC will be doing Rally demonstrations and Run-Thrus
Event benefits:
Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center
Volunteer to this Event

VBKC AKC Santioned Match
Sunday Sept 19th, 12-5pm
Kempsville Park
832 Lobough Drive
Virginia Beach
HROTC will be providing Stewards
Brochure / Entry-Form
Volunteer to work at this Event

Bark in the Park
Sunday Oct 3rd, 12-5pm
Chesapeake City Park
noon - 5pm
HROTC will be a sponsor
We hope to have a team for the Dog Walk
We will do CGC Testing
Event benefits:
Chesapeake Humane Society
Volunteer to work CGC Testing

Norfolk SPCA Dog Walk
Saturday, Oct 23rd
10am - 2pm
Stockley Gardens Park,
in historic Ghent
We will do CGC Testing
Click here for event details
or contact Cindy
Event benefits:
Norfolk SPCA
Volunteer to work CGC Testing

VBKC All-Breed/OB Trials
Sat/Sun Nov 6-7, 2010
Virginia Beach Convention Center
HROTC will be providing Stewards
Volunteer to work at this Event

Christmas Portaits
by Shutter Paws Imaging
Sat Nov 13, 2010
Holy Trinity gymnasium
Sittings every 1/2 hour,
9am to 4:30pm
Registration REQUIRED to Reserve a Spot
Reserve your Sitting Time NOW!