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How It Works
When
you complete a basic training class with Purrfect Paws
your puppy (up to 1 year old) your puppy is eligible to
be enrolled in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program.
You'll
attend any puppy or basic training class a minimum of 6
weeks. Your instructor will administer the AKC S.T.A.R.
Puppy test at the end of the course. Upon passing the
test, you'll get an application to send to AKC®
for enrollment in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program. All
dogs are welcome to participate in the AKC S.T.A.R.
Puppy Program including purebreds and mixed breeds.
Your
puppy will receive the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Medal (for
display or memento purposes (not suitable as a collar
tag). You and your puppy will be listed in the AKC
S.T.A.R. Puppy records. In addition, so that you can
continue learning, you’ll receive our AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
package that includes:
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A
beautiful, frameable certificate designating your
puppy is in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy records at AKC
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AKC Puppy Handbook, a valuable resource
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Discount to enroll in AKC Companion Animal Recovery
Corporation, a 24-hour recovery service
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Ongoing Monthly Email Newsletter: Your AKC. This
includes training tips and up-to-date information
every dog owner needs to know. We want you and your
puppy to continue learning beyond puppy classes.
The Benefits of Training
Training classes teach you how to best communicate with
your puppy. Organized training classes also provide an
opportunity for your dog to socialize with other dogs.
In classes aimed at earning the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
distinction, you’ll be able to get information on all of
your puppy-raising questions including housetraining,
chewing, and the most effective way to teach practical
skills such as coming when called. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
training is a natural lead in to the AKC®
Canine Good Citizen® Program.
20 STEPS To
Success: The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppysm Test
S
ocialization
T raining
A ctivity
R esponsibility
OWNER
BEHAVIORS:
1.
Maintains puppy’s health (vaccines, exams, appears
healthy)
2. Owner receives Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge
3. Owner describes adequate daily play and exercise plan
4. Owner and puppy attend at least 6 classes by an AKC
Approved CGC Evaluator
5. Owner brings bags to classes for cleaning up after
puppy
6. Owner has obtained some form of ID for puppy-collar
tag, etc.
PUPPY
BEHAVIORS:
7.
Free of aggression toward people during at least 6 weeks
of class
8. Free of aggression toward other puppies in class
9. Tolerates collar or body harness of owner’s choice
10. Owner can hug or hold puppy (depending on size)
11. Puppy allows owner to take away a treat or toy
PRE-CANINE GOOD CITIZEN® TEST BEHAVIORS:
12.
Allows (in any position) petting by a person other than
the owner
13. Grooming-Allows owner handling and brief exam (ears,
feet)
14. Walks on a Leash-Follows owner on lead in a straight
line (15 steps)
15. Walks by other people-Walks on leash past other
people 5-ft away
16. Sits on command-Owner may use a food lure
17. Down on command-Owner may use a food lure
18. Comes to owner from 5-ft when name is called
19. Reaction to Distractions-distractions are presented
15-ft away
20. Stay on leash with another person (owner walks 10
steps and returns)
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppysm
Program!
A key
component of the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppysm Program
is a responsible owner. Our Canine Good Citizensm
Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge is for the AKC S.T.A.R.
Puppysm Program too. Responsibility should
start the moment you decide to add a new dog or puppy to
your family.
AKC
CGCsm Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge
I will
be responsible for my dog’s health needs. These include:
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routine veterinary care including check-ups and
vaccines
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adequate nutrition through proper diet; clean water
at all times
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daily exercise and regular bathing and grooming
I will
be responsible for my dog’s safety.
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I
will properly control my dog by providing fencing
where appropriate, not letting my dog run loose, and
using a leash in public.
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I
will ensure that my dog has some form of
identification when appropriate (which may include
collar tags, tattoos, or microchip ID).
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I
will provide adequate supervision when my dog and
children are together.
I will
not allow my dog to infringe on the rights of others.
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I
will not allow my dog to run loose in the
neighborhood.
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I
will not allow my dog to be a nuisance to others by
barking while in the yard, in a hotel room, etc.
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I
will pick up and properly dispose of my dog’s waste
in all public areas such as on the grounds of
hotels, on sidewalks, parks, etc.
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I
will pick up and properly dispose of my dog’s waste
in wilderness areas, on hiking trails, campgrounds
and in off-leash parks.
I will
be responsible for my dog’s quality of life.
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I
understand that basic training is beneficial to all
dogs.
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I
will give my dog attention and playtime.
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I
understand that owning a dog is a commitment in time
and caring.
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