Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep Course
5-Week Dog Training Class
Available spots
Service Description
The Canine Good Citizen Prep Course is a structured 5-week group dog training class designed to teach essential obedience skills and prepare dogs for the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test. This course focuses on real-world behaviors that help dogs become well-mannered, confident, and reliable companions at home and in public. This class is ideal for: • Puppies and dogs 5 months and older • Dogs with little to no previous formal training • Owners looking to build a strong obedience foundation • Teams preparing for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test During this course, you and your dog will work through all 10 CGC test items, including: • Accepting a friendly stranger • Sitting politely for petting • Appearance and grooming • Walking on a loose leash • Walking through a crowd • Sit, down, and stay on cue • Coming when called • Reaction to another dog • Reaction to distractions • Supervised separation Each skill is broken down into simple, achievable steps using positive reinforcement training techniques. By the end of the course, you and your dog will be prepared to take the CGC test and work toward earning the official AKC Canine Good Citizen title. Small group format with a maximum of 3 dog/handler teams to ensure personalized coaching and a safe, controlled training environment. Please bring the following to each class: • Current vaccination records • Flat collar or harness • 6-ft leash (no retractable leashes) • Plenty of high-value treats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy: If Client fails to give at least 24 hours cancellation notice, or is not present at time of scheduled appointment, session fees are still due. Liability: If Dog causes property damage, or bites or injures any dog, animal or person (including but not limited to Trainer and Trainer’s agents), during or after the term of this Agreement, then Client agrees to pay all resulting losses and damages suffered or incurred, and to defend and indemnify Trainer and Trainer’s agents from any resulting claims, demands, lawsuits, losses, costs or expenses, including attorney fees. If Dog is injured in a fight or in any other manner during or after the term of the Agreement, Client assumes the risk and agrees that Trainer should not be held responsible for any resulting injuries, losses, damages, costs or expenses. At Trainer's sole election, Trainer's duties hereunder shall terminate if (a) in Trainer's sole judgment Dog is dangerous or vicious to Trainer or any other person or animal, or interferes with the training of other dogs, or (b) Client breaches any term or condition of this Agreement. Upon termination in accordance with the foregoing, Trainer's duties shall terminate but all other provisions of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. Montana-Specific Legal Provisions 1. In accordance with Montana Code Annotated (MCA) § 27-1-715, client assumes full responsibility for damages or injury caused by their dog while under the care of Shadow Paws Training. 2. In compliance with Montana dog bite and liability laws, client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Shadow Paws Training from any claims arising from the dog’s behavior unless due to gross negligence. 3. Client affirms the dog is properly vaccinated and licensed in accordance with local Montana municipal regulations. 4. In the event of severe weather conditions common to Montana (extreme cold, ice, wildfire smoke, excessive heat), Shadow Paws Training reserves the right to modify services for safety. 5. Any disputes arising under this agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Montana and venue shall lie in the county where services are provided. Client releases and waives liability against Shadow Paws Training for injury, illness, loss, or damage except in cases of proven gross negligence or willful misconduct. Client accepts full financial responsibility for injuries or damages caused by their dog.