The supervised separation task on the Canine Good Citizen Test prepares you and your dog for leaving your dog with a friend for a few minutes while you grab a coffee or run to the restroom. You want your dog to calmly wait for you, but achieving this goal may prove difficult for some dogs. Remember to start with small steps to help your dog understand that you will be right back. Keep reading for more ideas on how to help your dog with the final CGC Test item.

Dogs preparing for the Canine Good Citizen Test must be accustomed to a variety of distractions in their community. Whether it be bicyclists passing by or plates dropping in a restaurant, if you want a polite pup in public, then finding those visual and auditory stimuli is a must for practice. Keep reading for several suggestions for finding these every day distractions in your community.

Practicing neutral dog behavior may take time for some dogs. If you’re planning on taking the Canine Good Citizen Test, be sure to start reinforcing calm reactions to other dogs early on. Need ideas for where to practice this skill and how to ace meeting another person with their dog, read on…

Training for a reliable recall is vital to the safety of your dog. Feeling confident that your dog will race back to you when you called is a priority for many pet parents. Plus, to pass the Canine Good Citizen Test, your dog must demonstrate his ability to come when called. Read on for fun exercises you can use to teach your dog this important command.