Ready to test for your AKC Trick Dog Title?
Step 1:
Review the checklist and Evaluator and Participant Guide for the level you are applying for.
Step 2:
Download and fill out the AKC Trick Dog Checklist for the level you are applying for.
Step 3:
Record a video of your dog completing all the selected Tricks.
In the Novice Trick Dog test, handlers: • May use food/toys as a lure (unless otherwise indicated for a specific trick). (Lures are used to guide the dog into position). • May use lures, hand signals and/or verbal cues unless otherwise indicated for a specific trick. • May use food as a reinforcer and may also use clickers to mark behaviors. (Reinforcers come after the behavior to tell the dog the behavior was done correctly).
In the Intermediate Trick Dog test, handlers: • May NOT use food/toys as a lure (except in tricks where this is specifically permitted – e.g., crawl on belly and weaves). (Lures are used to guide the dog into position). • May use food as a reinforcer and may also use clickers to mark behaviors. (Reinforcers come after the behavior to tell the dog the behavior was done correctly).
Use the below payment link to purchase your evaluation:
Step 4:
https://square.link/u/7NAPKyiD
Step 5:
Send your submission video via text or email with your dog’s AKC number. If your dog does not have an AKC number let your evaluator know, and we will instruct you on how to get one!
traildogtrainingco@gmail.com
3109133606
Wait for your approval. It may take time to review and fully evaluate the completion of the Tricks, so please be patient!
Step 6:
After you have received approval your Evaluator will sign off on your Trick Checklist and provide you with the Evaluator number to include on your form.
Fill out the online application with the AKC to register your pet as an officially Titled Trick Dog!
Step 7:
https://www.apps.akc.org/title-application-portal/
