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INFORMATION NOTICE :
AKC CGC (Canine Good Citizen) TESTING ....
The HABC have
been hosting the AKC CGC testing at the
weekend Summer
show for the past few years....
Unfortunately
we are unable to provide
AKC Canine Good
Citizen testing at future shows.
The AKC
(American Kennel Club) have announced that
they are no
longer providing testing outside of the USA.
A total of 52
American Bulldogs & their owners in the UK passed and
achieved this
award over the four years it was available here.
This was a great
step forward in the right direction for the breed,
in demonstrating that American Bulldogs
should & can have a good temperament and
their owners should & can be responsible dog owners.
The HABC would
like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who
participated in this scheme and contributed to supporting and
promoting
responsible dog ownership within the breed.
We are now currently looking into credible alternative
schemes / testing for dogs and owners in this breed
to participate in at future events.
Thanks from us all at the HABC
American Kennel Club
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
Evaluation Testing
The
HABC was formed to promote legitimate
sanctioned conformation shows, and working events
for
the breed where the
points
and titles gained would be credible and
recognised throughout the world,
we
strongly believed and still do believe,
that
the issues relevant to the breed, ie
good
temperament, health issues, ethical breeding,
and
responsible dog ownership, ect
needed to be openly discussed and promoted,
positively re our breed, for the future of our breed.
The CGC is a certification program that 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.
Many dog owners choose Canine Good Citizen training
as
the first step in training their dogs.
The past
four years we had
brought an evaluator over from the USA,
to
evaluate dogs from our breed.
Since
our first trial in 2004
a total of
52 American Bulldogs
passed the test requirements,
and were awarded their
AKC – CGC certificates here in the UK.
This was a great step forward in the right direction for the breed,
in
demonstrating that American Bulldogs
should & can have a good temperament and
their owners should & can be responsible dog owners.
The HABC lists all these American Bulldogs
that have tested at our events further down this page …
AKC's Canine
Good Citizen® (CGC) Program
Training/Testing: CGC Test Items
Before taking the Canine Good Citizen
test, owners will sign the
Responsible Dog Owners Pledge.
We
believe that responsible dog ownership is a key part of the CGC
concept and by signing the pledge, owners agree to take care of
their dog's health needs, safety, exercise, training and quality of
life. Owners also agree to show responsibility by doing things such
as cleaning up after their dogs in public places and never letting
dogs infringe on the rights of others.
After signing the Responsible Dog Owners Pledge, owners and their
dogs are ready to take the CGC Test.
Items on the Canine Good Citizen Test
include:
Test 1: Accepting a friendly stranger
This test demonstrates that the dog will allow a friendly stranger
to approach it and speak to the handler in a natural, everyday
situation.
The evaluator walks up to the dog and
handler and greets the handler in a friendly manner, ignoring the
dog. The evaluator and handler shake hands and exchange
pleasantries. The dog must show no sign of resentment or shyness,
and must not break position or try to go to the evaluator.
Test 2: Sitting politely for petting
This test demonstrates that the dog will allow a friendly stranger
to touch it while it is out with its handler. With the dog sitting
at the handler's side, to begin the exercise, the evaluator pets the
dog on the head and body. The handler may talk to his or her dog
throughout the exercise. The dog may stand in place as it is petted.
The dog must not show shyness or resentment.
Test 3: Appearance and grooming
This practical test demonstrates that the dog will welcome being
groomed and examined and will permit someone, such as a
veterinarian, groomer or friend of the owner, to do so. It also
demonstrates the owner's care, concern and sense of responsibility.
The evaluator inspects the dog to determine if it is clean and
groomed. The dog must appear to be in healthy condition (i.e.,
proper weight, clean, healthy and alert). The handler should supply
the comb or brush commonly used on the dog. The evaluator then
softly combs or brushes the dog, and in a natural manner, lightly
examines the ears and gently picks up each front foot. It is not
necessary for the dog to hold a specific position during the
examination, and the handler may talk to the dog, praise it and give
encouragement throughout.
Test 4: Out for a walk (walking on a
loose lead)
This test demonstrates that the handler is in control of the dog.
The dog may be on either side of the handler. The dog's position
should leave no doubt that the dog is attentive to the handler and
is responding to the handler's movements and changes of direction.
The dog need not be perfectly aligned with the handler and need not
sit when the handler stops. The evaluator may use a pre-plotted
course or may direct the handler/dog team by issuing instructions
or commands. In either case, there should be a right turn, left
turn, and an about turn with at least one stop in between and
another at the end. The handler may talk to the dog along the way,
praise the dog, or give commands in a normal tone of voice. The
handler may sit the dog at the halts if desired.
Test 5: Walking through a crowd
This test demonstrates that the dog can move about politely in
pedestrian traffic and is under control in public places. The dog
and handler walk around and pass close to several people (at least
three). The dog may show some interest in the strangers but should
continue to walk with the handler, without evidence of
over-exuberance, shyness or resentment. The handler may talk to the
dog and encourage or praise the dog throughout the test. The dog
should not jump on people in the crowd or strain on the leash.
Test 6: Sit and down on command and
Staying in place
This test demonstrates that the dog has training, will respond to
the handler's commands to sit and down and will remain in the place
commanded by the handler (sit or down position, whichever the
handler prefers). The dog must do sit AND down on command, then the
owner chooses the position for leaving the dog in the stay. Prior to
this test, the dog's leash is replaced with a line 20 feet long. The
handler may take a reasonable amount of time and use more than one
command to get the dog to sit and then down. The evaluator must
determine if the dog has responded to the handler's commands. The
handler may not force the dog into position but may touch the dog to
offer gentle guidance. When instructed by the evaluator, the handler
tells the dog to stay and walks forward the length of the line,
turns and returns to the dog at a natural pace. The dog must remain
in the place in which it was left (it may change position) until the
evaluator instructs the handler to release the dog. The dog may be
released from the front or the side.
Test 7: Coming when called
This test demonstrates that the dog will come when called by the
handler. The handler will walk 10 feet from the dog, turn to face
the dog, and call the dog. The handler may use encouragement to get
the dog to come. Handlers may choose to tell dogs to "stay" or
"wait" or they may simply walk away, giving no instructions to the
dog
Test 8: Reaction to another dog
This test demonstrates that the dog can behave politely around other
dogs. Two handlers and their dogs approach each other from a
distance of about 20 feet, stop, shake hands and exchange
pleasantries, and continue on for about 10 feet. The dogs should
show no more than casual interest in each other. Neither dog should
go to the other dog or its handler.
Test 9: Reaction to distraction
This test demonstrates that the dog is confident at all times when
faced with common distracting situations. The evaluator will select
and present two distractions. Examples of distractions include
dropping a chair, rolling a crate dolly past the dog, having a
jogger run in front of the dog, or dropping a crutch or cane. The
dog may express natural interest and curiosity and/or may appear
slightly startled but should not panic, try to run away, show
aggressiveness, or bark. The handler may talk to the dog and
encourage or praise it throughout the exercise.
Test 10: Supervised separation
This test demonstrates that a dog can be left with a trusted person,
if necessary, and will maintain training and good manners.
Evaluators are encouraged to say something like, "Would you like me
to watch your dog?" and then take hold of the dog's leash. The owner
will go out of sight for three minutes. The dog does not have to
stay in position but should not continually bark, whine, or pace
unnecessarily, or show anything stronger than mild agitation or
nervousness. Evaluators may talk to the dog but should not engage in
excessive talking, petting, or management attempts (e.g, "there,
there, it's alright").
Equipment
All tests must be performed on leash. Dogs should wear well-fitting
buckle or slip collars made of leather, fabric, or chain. Special
training collars such as pinch collars, head halters, etc. are not
permitted in the CGC test. We recognize that special training
collars may be very useful tools for beginning dog trainers,
however, we feel that dogs are ready to take the CGC test at the
point at which they are transitioned to regular collars.
The evaluator supplies a 20-foot lead for the test. The
owner/handler should bring the dog's brush or comb to the test.
Encouragement
Owners/handlers may use praise and encouragement throughout the
test. The owner may pet the dog between exercises. Food and treats
are not permitted during testing, nor is the use of toys, squeaky
toys, etc. to get the dog to do something. We recognize that food
and toys may provide valuable reinforcement or encouragement during
the training process but these items should not be used during the
test.
Failures - Dismissals
Any dog that eliminates during testing must be marked failed. The
only exception to this rule is that elimination is allowable in test
Item 10, but only when test Item 10 is held outdoors.
Any dog that growls, snaps, bites, attacks, or attempts to attack a
person or another dog is not a good citizen and must be dismissed
from the test.
American Bulldogs &
their Owners
who have achieved the
CGC AWARD
at our events
....
List of Dogs and
Owners which passed this award:
~ in 2004 ~
Evaluator: Greg Souza
CHESTNUTS LITTLE CHEROKEE OF S.A.B.
Owned
By: Chestnuts Little Indians
Handled by: Gesa Fenge
BLUEBLOODS AXEL OF S.A.B.
Owned
by: Bluebloods American Bulldogs
Handled By: Colin Brown
SARGENT SLAUGHTER OF BOYD'S
Owned
by: Rufford American Bulldogs
Handled By: Andrew Butler
POWERPLAYS BAD ASS BETTY OF S.A.B.
Owned
by: Bluebloods American Bulldogs
Handled By: Tracy McAughey
CHESTNUTS LITTLE DREAMCATCHER AT CHURCHILLS
Owned
by: Churchills American Bulldogs
Handled By: Glyn Andrew
CHESTNUTS LITTLE MAORI OF DAILEY
Owned
By: Chestnuts Little Indians
Handled by: Gesa Fenge
RIBERS CHERRY ROUGE
Owned
by: Craig Limb
Handled By: Craig Limb
BLUEBLOODS JOLEEN OF S.A.B.
Owned
by: Bluebloods American Bulldogs
Handled By: Colin Brown
CHESTNUTS LITTLE COREE AT CHURCHILLS
Owned
by: Churchills American Bulldogs
Handled By: Glyn Andrew
RAMBLING ROSIE
Owned
by: Dominic Quigley
Handled By: Dominic Quigley
WHITEBULLS NIRVANA of RUFFORD
Owned
by: Rufford American Bulldogs
Handled By: Andrew Butler
AKIKO of DREADNOUGHTS
Owned
by: J. P Ashley
Handled By: J. P Ashley
CHESTNUTS LITTLE DAYA AT CHURCHILLS
Owned
by: Churchills American Bulldogs
Handled By: Glyn Andrew
List of Dogs and
Owners which passed this award:
~ in 2005 ~
Evaluator: Greg Souza
UK BRAVEHEARTS RUBY
(RUBY)
Handler: Stephen Scott
CHURCHILLS DAISY MAY
(LOTTIE)
Handler: Chris Tree
CHURCHILLS LITTLE OZZY
(Little Ozzy)
Handler: Simon Coxon
BLUEBLOODS DODGE
(DODGE)
Handler: Angela Tree
CHURCHILLS ROCKIN LAYLA
(LAYLA)
Handler: Sammy Andrew
CHURCHILLS ARIEL
(ICE)
Handler: Daniel Coxon
ALCATRAZ VOM DREADNOUGHT
(MR)
Handler: Dave Davis
DREADNOUGHTS CURE FOR ALL ILLS of SAB
(DOC)
Handler: Tony Byrne
SUNSTAR DUTCHBELTED of SAB
(DUTCH)
Handler: Tony Byrne
CHURCHILLS LILLYWHITE
(LILLY)
Handler: Nigel Reed
CHURCHILLS CURVY KATIE
(RUBY)
Handler: Nigel Reed
IKON VOM DREADNOUGHT
(IKON)
Handler: Jodie
AVANTI VOM DREADNOUGHT
(TILK)
Handler: Tony O’Reilly
DAVIS’S BRUISER BO of DREADNOUGHTS
(BO)
Handler: Dave Davis
BLUEBLOODS GRACIE
(GRACIE)
Handler: Johnny Birney
GSK’s ONE EYED JACK
(JACK)
Handler: Stephen Bacon
BIONIC's YUKON OF RUFFORDS
(YUKON)
Handler: Andrew Butler
UK BRAVEHEARTS WOODY
(WOODY)
Handler: Liz Scott
BLUEBLOODS CHICA
(CHICA)
Handler: Gareth Roberts
List of Dogs and
Owners which passed this award:
~ in 2006 ~
Evaluator: Greg Souza
CAJUN KATE
Owned By:
Debbie Williamson
Handled By:
Hazel Millington
BALLERS MISS ELLE
Owned & Handled By:
Saul Wolsoncroft
HARLEY BARLEY'S WLA of CCK
Owned & Handled By:
Nick Rhodes
CHURCHILLS ROGUE
Owned By: Daniel & Claire Efthimiou
Handled By: Daniel Efthimiou
BLUEBLOODS DUKE
Owned & Handled By:
Andrew Cooper
BLUEBLOODS TIGERLILLY
Owned & Handled By:
Andrew Cooper
BLUEBLOODS LIBBY
Owned & Handled By:
Karen Peachey
BLUEBLOODS NELLY of CHURCHILLS
Owned & Handled By:
Barrie Kirkland
BLUEBLOODS BAILEY
Owned By: Sharon & Barrie Kirkland
Handled By: Sharon Kirkland
BLUEBLOODS MiMi
Owned By: Colin Brown & Tracy McAughey
Handled By: Colin Brown
BLUEBLOODS ISABELLA
Owned By: Colin Brown & Tracy McAughey
Handled By: Colin Brown
BLUEBLOODS VINNIE of DAB
Owned By: Colin Brown & Tracy McAughey
Handled By: Colin Brown
CHURCHILLS PRETTY PETAL
Owned & Handled By:
Angela Tree
List of Dogs and
Owners which passed this award:
~ in 2007 ~
Evaluator: Greg Souza
TOTAL ENTRIES: 8 (7 Passed)
ALL DOGS PASSED NAMED BELOW:
LOLA
Owned By: Pamela Waugh
AURORA VOM DREADNOUGHT (Roxy)
Owned By: ALEC D ROBINSON
VEGAS
Owned By: Paul M Martin
BO DIDDLYS BULLSEYE
Owned By: Jade Belton
TOPDALS SILVER
Owned By: Gucci M Dal
LONNIE
Owned By: Matthew B Clayton
BO DIDDLY
Owned By: Robert J Kiely
~ CONGRATULATIONS ~
& thanks for supporting the breed
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