Our Canine Good Citizen classes are designed to empower you and your dog with the skills and confidence needed to be exemplary companions in any setting.
While not every team will achieve certification, those who do demonstrate will their ability to be respectful and well-mannered members of society. Successful participants will earn a prestigious Canine Good Citizen certification from the American Kennel Club and Pickles Playland, a trophy, and, for dogs 35 pounds or less, a package of 5 free daycare visits.
As with every kind of event at Pickles Playland we are not able to accept people under 21yrs old in our building. This is a state law, not our rule.
Class Details:
Duration: 5 weekly sessions. 7pm on Tuesdays Sept 3rd -Oct 1st
Cost: $250 per dog
Open to: Puppies and adult dogs of all ages
Awards: American Kennel Club’s C.G.C. certificate, Pickles Playland certificate, mini trophy, 5 free daycare visit package (for dogs 35lbs or less), & the an amazingly well behaved dog
Skills Covered:
Greeting friendly strangers
Welcoming people into your home
Sitting politely for petting
Appearance and grooming
Walking on a loose leash
Proper on-leash interactions
Navigating through crowds politely
Mastering sit, down, and stay commands
Reliable recall
Positive dog-to-dog interactions
Responding appropriately to distractions
Handling supervised and unsupervised separations
What to Bring:
A list of questions for the Q&A session at the end of each class
A notepad and pen
Your dog
A standard leash (no retractable leashes)
Your dog’s collar or harness (harnesses are not recommended)
Three types of tiny training treats (about the size of a kibble)
A treat bag or dispenser that clips to your pants
For the recall class: a 10-foot leash (non-retractable)
A small bed, towel, or blanket
Any family members or caregivers 21+ who wish to participate
Join us to build a strong bond with your dog and achieve certification that highlights your commitment to responsible pet ownership!
The fine print:
Puppies and dogs must have at least one bordetella, one distemper, and one rabies vaccine before registering for class.
These classes are for people 21yrs+ only (it’s a state law, not ours). Please register in the client portal (see client portal button on this website) to reserve your dog’s spot in class.
Additional private sessions available upon request at $200/session. These can take place in your home, in public, or at one of the Pickles Playland locations.
Dogs who do not pass this class or want to take it again receive $50 off for the next class.
If you send different people to classes please ensure they know and have the skills to follow up with the next steps of training for the class they’re joining. This will help them and your dog become more comfortable. You’re welcome to bring dog sitters, friends, and family members.
Please refrain from recording our classes. The information in these classes is not widely distributed on social media and/or recorded because we have chosen not to. If you have questions or want to record a specific training technique for you and your dog we can schedule a private session to do so.
Cancelation policy: We only accept 6 dogs per class. Reservations are non-refundable for any reason. If you miss a class you can choose to schedule a private training session if you’d like, at the standard rate of $200 per private session.