Canine Good Citizen / Therapy Dog Certifications
Canine Good Citizen Certification:
The AKC’s Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) Program. Started in 1989 and is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. For more information about the CGC program and certification, check out: http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/program.cfm or contact Chris Cornell at cornellc@olypen.com
Therapy Dog Certification:
Dogs certified as Therapy Dogs become members of Therapy Dog, Inc . (TDI) where they are registered, given support and provided insurance those who volunteer in animal assisted activities, such as: visits to hospitals, elder care facilities, and schools. A TDI certified dog and handler become part of a network of caring individuals who are willing to share their pet with others to bring happiness and cheer to people, young and old alike For more information about the TDI program and certification, check out: http://www.therapydogs.com/ or contact Chris Cornell at: 360-681-4440, or: cornellc@olypen.com
Date of last update 03/17/2010
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