APDT UK Good Companion Awards

For dogs who have completed Puppy & Foundation Awards

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Control and focus. Heelwork around distractions. Sit-Stays with distance, duration and distractions. Recall. Leave it. Introduction to Collaborative Care skills

The ingredients of the APDT UK Good Companion Awards are…

ONE

Growing a well-trained companion

The APDT UK Good Companion Awards don’t just teach obedience, they focus on real-life skills. These skills help to enable dogs to become well-mannered members of society.

Guardians are assessed on their dog training skills as well as their understanding of training principles and knowledge of dog welfare, wellbeing and all-round good companionship.

Taking part in the GCA provides an opportunity to understand and learn more about your dog and build your bond, to become companions for life.

Each level is 6 weeks long and you will learn the skills to show your dog how to:

Sit, Down, Stand and transition between them
Enjoy handling procedures
Settle
Walk to heel
Recall (with distractions)
Wait at the Door safely
Exercise control around meals
Greet people politely
Remain in a vehicle when the door is opened
Leave it
Drop
Hand Target
Retrieve (Intermediate Award)

“I have to say that Anneke is a brilliant trainer - clear and understanding. I look forward to continuing with them.”

— Amy with Felix

TWO

Structure. Goals. Accountability

Many dog training courses are too short to solidify skills. Some are pay to turn up and you’re never sure who, and how many people will be there.

DogWorks courses are different. We focus on creating the optimum learning environment for both you and your companion.

Exercise progressions are carefully considered and spread over 6 weeks, giving you enough time to learn new skills and teach them to your dog, as well as iron out any problems that arise.

We will be with you every step of the way, guiding you through the process.

Your achievements are recognised at the end of the course with an APDT certificate & rosette.

Course details.