I am a CGC Evaluator, the old Responsible Dog Owner pledge is the one Dania cut and pasted from her CGC test and the one I am familiar with however, there is a new pledge that does indeed state "both a collar with tags and a micro-chip"...that was a shocker to me! I can't remember it coming through to us in the evaluator updates. I am contacting them to make sure it's how I read it. I have only one micro-chipped dog...sometimes it bugs him so much he scratches at it until it bleeds. The rest are tattooed, period. No micro-chipping for me! I mean I spend $$$ to get rid of foreign entities in their bodies, I'm not putting anything in them that can float around... AKC Press Release: Bringing the message of AKC® Responsible Dog Ownership Day to life, the American Kennel Club® today announced the launch of the AKC Responsible Dog Owner Pet Promise. This 10-step oath is a reminder to both novice and veteran dog owners that raising a healthy dog is about more than just playtime and pampering. Training, grooming, exercise and veterinary care are equally important in nurturing your best friend. The AKC Responsible Dog Owner Pet Promise also advocates that owners must ensure that their canines do not infringe on the rights of others. This means adhering to local leash laws, properly disposing of your dog's waste in all public areas, and training your dogs to sit, stay and come when called. AKC RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNER PET PROMISE As a dog owner, I do solemnly swear: * I will never overlook my responsibilities for this living being and recognize that my dog's welfare is totally dependent on me. * I will always provide fresh water and quality food for my dog. * I will socialize my dog via exposure to new people, places and other dogs. * I will take pride in my dog's appearance with regular grooming. * I will recognize the necessity of basic training by teaching my dog to reliably sit, stay and come when called. * I will take my dog to the vet regularly and keep all vaccinations current. * I will pick-up and properly dispose of my dog's waste. * I will make sure my dog is regarded as an AKC Canine Good Citizen® by being aware of my responsibilities to my neighbors and to the community. * I will ensure that the proper amount of exercise and mental stimulation appropriate for my dog's age, breed and energy level is provided. * I will make certain that my dog is identified with both a collar tag and a microchip and I will adhere to local leash laws. Rachel Anderson Aaronswoods - Segensreich Kennel Beauty * Utility * Versatility http://segensreich.homestead.com Visit our Max v Stephanitz pages Eternity....Smoking or Non-Smoking? > > Msg: #7 in digest > From: DaniaKarloff@xxxxxxx > Date: Tue, 29 Aug 2006 12:34:35 EDT > Subject: CANINE GOOD CITIZENSHIP COMMITMENT - VERBATUM > > Guys, guys, guys..... I just completed the CGC last Saturday. > Here it is the CGC Commitment to Responsible Dow Ownership form that I > signed immediately after the test - verbatim > > CANINE GOOD CITIZEN OWNER'S COMMITMENT TO RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP > > I understand that to truly be a Canine Good Citizen, my dog needs a > responsible owner, I agree to maintain my dog's health, safety, and quality of life. > By participating in the Canine Good Citizen test, I agree: > > I will be responsible for my dog's health needs. These include: > - routine veterinary care including check-ups and vaccines > - adequate nutrition through proper diet, clean water at all times > - daily exercise and regular bathing and grooming. > > I will be responsible for my dog's safety. > - I will properly control my dog by providing fencing when appropriate, not > letting my dog run loose, and using a leash in public. > - I will ensure that my dog has some form of identification (which may > include collar tags, tattoos, or microchip ID). > > I will not allow my dog to infringe on the rights of others. > - I will not allow my dog to run loose in the neighborhood. > - I will not allow my dog to be a nuisance to others by barking while in the > yard, in a hotel room, etc. > - 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. > - 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. > - I understand that basic training is beneficial to all dogs. > - I will give my dog attention and playtime > - I understand that owning a dog is a commitment in time and caring. > > Owner's Signature____________________________ > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Now guys.... you tell me... what is wrong with this pledge? > > Dania - who cannot understand this whole argument > > > > ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2006. 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