Canine Good Neighbor CGN

My Aussie, Keegan (2yrs old, just growing out of his adolescence) and I trained for the (CGN) Canine Good Neighbor test and passed with 100%. It's a super 12 step test where judges look for the bond between you and your dog, and how you both negotiate challenging social situations and basic obedience commands. NO TREATS allowed :)

Whomever says that you need to use forceful, intimidation, uncomfortable tools or hands on methods to achieve "obedience" titles...please have them chat with me.

Keegan and I work as a team, and through fun and games, we achieved this title.  What I LOVED most about the Prep class I took at Dogsmart is that you get to fine tune your handling skills and work on challenges with those around you who cheer you on and set you up for success.

I strive to provide the same support system and fine tune your handling skills in both Puppy and Impulse Control classes.   Training should be FUN, and together no matter what you do, being a benevolent leader is rewarded tenfold in the relationship you build with your pup.

On our way back into the crowd of people

 The swarm of coughing, tripping, arms flailing people...they had no problem providing a challenging test for me and Kee :)

Meet and Greet w/ stranger and their dog, shake hands and Kee's job was to just chill by my side.

Reward for sticking to me like crazy glue!  Kee LOVES to jump into my arms, so that's his "thanks" for a job well done.  No treats are allowed, but we're allowed to play and cuddle and praise our dogs for being superstars!

 Mr. Keegan, Mikatura's Jokers Wyld, CGN  is his title now.  I'm sure he was just chuckling to himself that we humans do some funny stuff....

 Me and my Boo...Daizy my beagle is up next round in January!!!