Canine Good Citizen

I've decided Roxy and I are going to work towards her Canine Good Citizen Certification.

There, I said it. I can't take it back now.

We have a long way to go still, but I think it will up the ante with her training and bring her to a whole new level. I have no idea how long it will take. I can't put a timeline on her fear. But I would really like to make sure this happens.

This is what we need to work on in order to pass the CGC exam, in no particular order:

1. transition from the halti head collar to a flat or martingale collar with no pulling
2. practice meeting strangers and staying in the sit position
3. practice being handled by a stranger, including ears, paws, grooming
4. practice meeting strangers with dogs and ignoring them - preference for sitting nicely at my side
5. practice being left alone with a stranger (3 minutes)
6. work on our distance stay with a long lead (20 feet)
7. continue to meet lots of new people
8. continue to walk in public places

I'm up for the challenge.  I hope Roxy is also.

Who am I kidding... if there's a chance for her to work and earn treats, then she's up for the challenge.