{"id":4841,"date":"2022-09-23T03:15:25","date_gmt":"2022-09-23T03:15:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/"},"modified":"2022-09-24T10:59:36","modified_gmt":"2022-09-24T10:59:36","slug":"what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/","title":{"rendered":"What does CGC after a dog\u2019s name mean?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#What_does_CGC_after_a_dogs_name_mean\" title=\"What does CGC after a dog\u2019s name mean?\">What does CGC after a dog\u2019s name mean?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#How_do_I_get_my_dog_CGC_certified\" title=\"How do I get my dog CGC certified?\">How do I get my dog CGC certified?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#What_is_after_CGC\" title=\"What is after CGC?\">What is after CGC?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#How_much_does_the_CGC_test_cost\" title=\"How much does the CGC test cost?\">How much does the CGC test cost?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#What_does_the_CGC_test_consist_of\" title=\"What does the CGC test consist of?\">What does the CGC test consist of?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#What_can_a_CGC_dog_do\" title=\"What can a CGC dog do?\">What can a CGC dog do?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#How_old_does_a_dog_have_to_be_for_CGC\" title=\"How old does a dog have to be for CGC?\">How old does a dog have to be for CGC?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#How_does_a_dog_become_a_good_citizen\" title=\"How does a dog become a good citizen?\">How does a dog become a good citizen?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#How_many_times_can_you_take_the_CGC_test\" title=\"How many times can you take the CGC test?\">How many times can you take the CGC test?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#Do_more_with_your_dog_trick_titles\" title=\"Do more with your dog trick titles?\">Do more with your dog trick titles?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#What_is_the_test_for_a_therapy_dog\" title=\"What is the test for a therapy dog?\">What is the test for a therapy dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#What_is_the_Canine_Good_Citizen_Award\" title=\"What is the Canine Good Citizen Award?\">What is the Canine Good Citizen Award?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#What_are_the_10_skills_for_Canine_Good_Citizen\" title=\"What are the 10 skills for Canine Good Citizen?\">What are the 10 skills for Canine Good Citizen?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#Do_Therapy_Dogs_get_paid\" title=\"Do Therapy Dogs get paid?\">Do Therapy Dogs get paid?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-cgc-after-a-dogs-name-mean\/#How_do_I_take_my_CGC_test\" title=\"How do I take my CGC test?\">How do I take my CGC test?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_CGC_after_a_dogs_name_mean\"><\/span>What does CGC after a dog\u2019s name mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">On January 1, 2013 Canine Good Citizen\u00ae became an official AKC title that can appear on the title records of dogs registered or listed with AKC. Dog owners who complete the CGC as a Title process may list the suffix \u201cCGC\u201d after the dog\u2019s name.<\/span><\/div>\n<div data-id=\"271118\">Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-train-my-dog-to-be-a-good-citizen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do I train my dog to be a good citizen?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-get-my-dog-cgc-certified\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_dog_CGC_certified\"><\/span>How do I get my dog CGC certified?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To receive a CGC certificate, your dog must pass a 10-part test.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Test 1: Accepting a friendly stranger.<\/li>\n<li>Test 2: Sitting politely for a petting.<\/li>\n<li>Test 3: Appearance and grooming.<\/li>\n<li>Test 4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead).<\/li>\n<li>Test 5: Walking through a crowd.<\/li>\n<li>Test 6: Sit and down on command and staying in place.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IP574UtcZ70\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-after-cgc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_after_CGC\"><\/span>What is after CGC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After Canine Good Citizen, a core part of the AKC Family Dog Program, many dog owners choose to participate in the advanced levels of the CGC program: AKC Community Canine and AKC Urban Canine Good Citizen. AKC Community Canine (CGCA) is all about having a well-behaved dog in the community.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-much-does-the-cgc-test-cost\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_the_CGC_test_cost\"><\/span>How much does the CGC test cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CGC Testing<\/p>\n<p>Each CGC test is $20. In addition, the American Kennel Club will charge $20 to process your test form and provide a final certificate.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/slj-hUjRe8A\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-does-the-cgc-test-consist-of\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_the_CGC_test_consist_of\"><\/span>What does the CGC test consist of?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This test demonstrates that the dog can behave politely around other dogs. Two handlers and their dogs approach each other from a distance of about 20 feet, stop, shake hands and exchange pleasantries, and continue on for about 10 feet. The dogs should show no more than casual interest in each other.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-can-a-cgc-dog-do\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_a_CGC_dog_do\"><\/span>What can a CGC dog do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What is CGC? CGC is a ten-skill training program that\u2019s open to all dogs\u2013purebred and mixed breed\u2013that focuses on teaching the basics of good manners and obedience, instilling the values of responsible ownership, and strengthening the bond between you and your dog at home and out in the community.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-old-does-a-dog-have-to-be-for-cgc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_does_a_dog_have_to_be_for_CGC\"><\/span>How old does a dog have to be for CGC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is no age limit for the CGC test. A dog is never too old to be a good citizen. Puppies who have completed all immunizations and boosters may be tested, however, because we know that behavior and temperament can change over time, when puppies pass the CGC test, owners should have them re-tested as adults.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-does-a-dog-become-a-good-citizen\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_a_dog_become_a_good_citizen\"><\/span>How does a dog become a good citizen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Canine Good Citizen Test<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Greets a friendly stranger.<\/li>\n<li>Sits politely for petting.<\/li>\n<li>Welcomes being groomed, brushed; allows paws and ears to be handled.<\/li>\n<li>Walks as directed on a loose leash.<\/li>\n<li>Moves politely through a crowd.<\/li>\n<li>Sits, lies down, and stays in place on command.<\/li>\n<li>Comes when called.<\/li>\n<li>Behaves politely around other dogs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.4pawsanimal.com\/sites\/default\/files\/blog-title-canine-good-citizen.jpg\" alt=\"Canine Good Citizenship: Can Your Pup Pass the Test?\" \/><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Za4Do8EV0do\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-many-times-can-you-take-the-cgc-test\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_times_can_you_take_the_CGC_test\"><\/span>How many times can you take the CGC test?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes! You and your dog may retake the Canine Good Citizen test as many times as you need. On test day, if you and your dog fail only one test, the evaluator may retest that one skill at the end of the testing period. If you and your dog can demonstrate that you really do know that one skill, you\u2019ll pass the CGC test.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"do-more-with-your-dog-trick-titles\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_more_with_your_dog_trick_titles\"><\/span>Do more with your dog trick titles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are four standard Trick Dog Titles: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert. Each must be earned consecutively. Earn each title by demonstrating a set number of tricks from a checklist.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-test-for-a-therapy-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_test_for_a_therapy_dog\"><\/span>What is the test for a therapy dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The TDI Test is designed to simulate a visit with a therapy dog at a facility. This test reflects realistic situations and should be helpful in evaluating the potential therapy dog. dropping a bedpan, etc.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-canine-good-citizen-award\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Canine_Good_Citizen_Award\"><\/span>What is the Canine Good Citizen Award?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program, established in 1989, is an American Kennel Club program to promote responsible dog ownership and to encourage the training of well-mannered dogs.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B3ihFchci3M\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-10-skills-for-canine-good-citizen\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_10_skills_for_Canine_Good_Citizen\"><\/span>What are the 10 skills for Canine Good Citizen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10 Essential Skills: CGC Test Items<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Test 1: Accepting a friendly stranger.<\/li>\n<li>Test 2: Sitting politely for petting.<\/li>\n<li>Test 3: Appearance and grooming.<\/li>\n<li>Test 4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead)<\/li>\n<li>Test 5: Walking through a crowd.<\/li>\n<li>Test 6: Sit and down on command and Staying in place.<\/li>\n<li>Test 7: Coming when called.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"do-therapy-dogs-get-paid\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Therapy_Dogs_get_paid\"><\/span>Do Therapy Dogs get paid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As of Jun 6, 2021, the average annual pay for a Therapy Dog in the United States is $44,994 a year. A Therapy Dog in your area makes on average $46,060 per year, or $1,066 (2%) more than the national average annual salary of $44,994. ranks number 1 out of 50 states nationwide for Therapy Dog salaries.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PK-RGAAC3cI\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-take-my-cgc-test\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_take_my_CGC_test\"><\/span>How do I take my CGC test?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CGC The test consists of the following practical exercises:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Accepting a friendly stranger.<\/li>\n<li>Sitting politely for petting.<\/li>\n<li>Appearance and grooming.<\/li>\n<li>Walking on a loose leash.<\/li>\n<li>Walking through a crowd.<\/li>\n<li>Sit and down on command and staying in place.<\/li>\n<li>Coming when called.<\/li>\n<li>Reaction to another dog.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-5\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<p><!-- \u041f\u043e\u0434 \u0441\u0442\u0430\u0442\u044c\u0435\u0439 --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What does CGC after a dog\u2019s name mean?How do I get my dog CGC certified?What is after CGC?How much does the CGC test cost?What does the CGC test consist of?What can a CGC dog do?How old does a dog have to be for CGC?How does a dog become a good citizen?How many&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":196469,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-does-CGC-after-a-dogs-name-mean.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4841"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4841"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4841\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":196470,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4841\/revisions\/196470"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/196469"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4841"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4841"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4841"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}