CGN

What is a CGN?

 

CGN is an acronym for Canine Good Neighbour.  The Canadian Kennel Club Canine Good Neighbour program is for all dogs, registered or unregistered, purebred or mixed breed.  The program's objective is to recognize and reward responsible owners and their dogs, and to help ensure that dogs are accepted in communities across the country.  Canine Good Neighbours demonstrate good manners at home, in public places, and in the presence of other dogs.

What is a CGN Test?

 

12 Tests make up the CGN Test.  A dog must pass each of the 12 Tests to earn a Canine Good Neighbour designation.  The 12 steps are:

 

· Accepting a friendly stranger

· Accepting petting

· Appearance and grooming

· Out for a walk

· Walking through a crowd

· Sit/Down on command and stay in place

· Come when Called

· Praise / Interaction

· Reaction to passing dog

· Reaction to distractions

· Supervised Isolation (3 minutes with someone holding the leash, handler out of sight)

· Walking politely through a door or gate.

 

What do I Bring to a Test?

Handlers are required to bring the required fee, plus:

· A dog license if required by local dog control laws

· A leash that is not less than 2’ long and not more than 6’ long.

Acceptable collars are a well-fitting slip, buckle or martingale collar, made

of fabric, leather or chain.

· A grooming tool, either a brush or a comb

· A plastic bag for picking up after your dog

 

When is the Next Test?

We do try to have CGN tests a few times each year.  Contact Us to find out when the next test might be.