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TestsPeriodically, the Manhattan Kansas Kennel Club offers to the community the opportunity to qualify their dogs through different organizational programs. Currently, MKKC offers the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Test, the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test, AKC Community Canine Test (CGC Advanced), the AKC Canine Good Citizen Urban Test (CGCU), the AKC Trick Dog Test, and the Therapy Dog Evaluation Test. S.T.A.R. Puppy TestThe AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Test is administered at the end of a 7 week-long S.T.A.R./Super Puppy Program designed to teach purebred and mixed-breed puppy owners how to socialize, train, provide appropriate activity, and be responsible for their new dog. Each owner and puppy are evaluated by a qualified C.G.C. Evaluator on 20 different behaviors. After passing the test, each puppy and owner will be awarded a medal, frameable certificate, as well as several other items from AKC. More information about the S.T.A.R. Puppy Program is available from the AKC website. Canine Good Citizen Test
The test is comprised of ten elements that evaluate a dog's ability to behave mannerly in several different situations. The AKC website provides more detailed information about the Canine Good Citizen Program. Other AKC TestingMKKC offers training and other testing through AKC including the Community Canine (CGCA), the CGCU, and Trick Dog. Therapy Dog Evaluation TestThe therapy dog test will be provided a few times a year. The test includes several components including the dog’s behavior around other people and dogs. The testing format will be in conjunction with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. See their website for more information on their organization and getting your dog tested and registered as a therapy dog. |
The AKC Canine Good Citizen Test, AKC Community Canine Test (CGC Advanced), the AKC Canine Good Citizen Urban Test (CGCU), and the AKC Trick Dog Test are offered as part of MKKC's Basic Obedience class. After completing their training classes, interested owners of purebred or mixed breed dogs can have their dogs evaluated free of charge. If successful, the owners can send their passing evaluation form to AKC to receive a personalized CGC certificate.