AKC CGC and Trick Dog Tests

WHAT TESTS ARE OFFERED?

• • AKC Canine Good Citizen Test (CGC)
    • • Download CGC Evaluation Guide
  • AKC Community Canine Test (CGCA)
    • • Download CGCA Overview

• • AKC Trick Dog Tests
    • • Novice Trick Dog (TKN)
        • • Download NOV Trick Checklist
      • Intermediate Trick Dog (TKI)
        • • Download INT Trick Checklist
      • Advanced Trick Dog (TKA)
        • • Download ADV Trick Checklist
      • Trick Dog Performer (TKP)
        • • Download PERF Trick Checklist
      • Trick Dog Elite Performer (TKE)
        • • Download ELITE Trick Checklist

• • • • IMPORTANT NOTE #1: You can enter more than one Trick Test on the same day, however, be advised: You must pass the lower level Trick Test FIRST if you want the next higher level test to count for earning a title.  AKC will not accept a Trick Dog Title Application if the higher-level test is dated before the lower level test.
        • • FOR EXAMPLE: If you fail the Novice Trick Test, but pass the Intermediate Trick Test, the Intermediate Trick Test will NOT be accepted by the AKC for a title.  This applies to all Trick Test levels.  The DATES of the tests are what matter — the higher level test cannot predate the lower level test.  
          • There are no refunds for tests not taken.
      • IMPORTANT NOTE #2: IF you pass more than one Trick Test on the same day, BE SURE to put BOTH title applications in the same envelope when you mail them to AKC so the lower title can be entered before the higher title.

• • • • Download Trick Dog Evaluation Guide – All levels
      • Download Trick Dog Title Application – All levels

TEST DATES — TIMES — LOCATION

• • 2025: April 27 and Sept 21
  • 2026: Dates will be similar
  • All dates are Sundays — from Noon until all tests are completed.
  • Online Entries OPEN:
    • • March 1st for the APRIL TESTS
      • August 1st for the SEPTEMBER TESTS
  • Online Entries CLOSE — at NOON on the WEDNESDAY prior to the Test. 
  • This Event is held at the NOCI Training Building in Crystal Lake.

TEST ENTRY FORM

• • Entry Form & Payment
    • • Payment Tips
  • No refunds for cancellations or no-shows.

TEST FEES

• • MEMBERS: 1st Test $15, each additional test $5, same dog
  • NON-Members: 1st Test $20, each additional test $5, same dog

• • If you enter more than one DOG, EACH dog requires a separate entry form.

RUNNING ORDER

• • Running Order
    • Posted by noon the day before the test.
    • Each test takes approximately 15 minutes.
    • ALL Rings will be running simultaneously.
      • • Talk to your ring steward if you think you might have a conflict.  We will accommodate you.  Everyone will have time to do their tests — no one will be hurried.  

QUESTIONS

• • Email Test Secretary Ginny Venning at:  
    • • All things pertaining to entries, payments & running order
  • Email Test Chairman Shawn Hacker at:
    • • All things pertaining to the actual tests, test-day at building and volunteer workers

INFO on Specific Tests

• • To learn more about the requirements for specific tests:
    • • AKC CGC Test Info
      • AKC CGCA Test Info
      • AKC Trick Dog Classes & Test Info

• • IMPORTANT NOTICE: AKC Testing is just like an AKC Trial — you are being evaluated the moment you enter the building.  This applies to BOTH CGC/CGCA Tests and Trick Dog Tests.

ARE YOU NEW TO NOCI?

• • The building has a long row of blue awnings in the front.  Parking and the main entrance are in back of the building.
    • • The potty area is at the BACK of the parking lot in the large grassy field. At the lighted pole there are poop bags and a garbage can. You are required to pick up after your dog.  Please!
  • Upon entering the NOCI grounds and building:
    • • No extended Flexi-type leashes outside or indoors. 
      • Keep your dog within 2 feet of you and under control at all times.  Pay attention to what your dog is looking at.  Do not let your dog lock eyes with or stare at another dog. Instead, interrupt your dog and redirect him to focus his attention on you.
  • Make sure your dog has a good time.  🙂