The Canadian Kennel Club Canine Good Neighbour (CGN) program identifies and rewards responsible and caring owners and their canine partners. Canine Good Neighbours can be counted on to present good manners at home, in public places, and in the presence of other dogs. The objectives of the CKC Canine Good Neighbour program are three-fold:
- To increase awareness and appreciation of dogs as valued, contributing members of society.
- To assist in teaching and promoting responsible dog ownership.
- To certify that dogs conduct themselves in a manner which is reliable and trustworthy in situations encountered in everyday living, be it around people, at home, in public, or in the presence of other dogs.
The test assesses the handler and dog’s relationship together with the handler’s ability to control the dog. Dogs are evaluated on their ability to perform basic exercises as well as their ability to demonstrate good manners in everyday situations. The Canadian Kennel Club encourages all dog owners to participate in this program, thereby ensuring that our beloved canines are welcomed and respected members of our communities.
Please Note:
- Proof of rabies vaccination is required to participate in this test (if proof is not provided to the evaluator, you will be unable to complete the test)
- If your dog has a CKC number, please provide this to the evaluator
- Proof of your dog license (if required in your area)
- Please bring a grooming tool – either a brush or comb
- An admission ticket must also be purchased in advance or at the gate
Certification Dogs are rated as “Pass” or “Not Ready”. Once the test is completed, the evaluator will submit to the CKC the Registration/Evaluation form along with the certification fee for each dog that passed. The Canadian Kennel Club will issue certificates for all dogs that pass the test. For more information about the CGN, visit the CKC website: www.ckc.ca