AKC TRICK DOG

TRICKS CHECKLIST

ELITE PERFORMER

* As of January 2020, Elite Performer can bejudged by CGC Evaluators. As with otherTrick levels, send your application andchecklist to AKC.

* After January 1, 2020, AKC will stillreview videos as an option if you don’thave an instructor.

* A STORY/SCRIPT IS REQUIRED for theELITE PERFORMER for providingentertainment at shows, events, in therapysettings, and for dog training classes.

* WRITE YOUR SCRIPT/Story on the back ofthis page or attach a page. For help withstories, see: https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/resources/

* You can tell the story yourself or have anarrator read the story to give you cuesabout the next trick.

* Routine must be performed for an audienceof at least 5 people. Audience can beclassmates.

Instructions: Include this page with the AKC Trick Dog Title Application.

A TOTAL OF 10 TRICKS from the Advanced or Performer levels ARE REQUIREDTO EARN THE TRICK DOG ELITE PERFORMER TITLE. (Must have all 4 previous titles on record).

• The dog/handler must perform 10 Tricks that include at least 5 tricks from Performer.

• At least 5 tricks must have props.

• No agility or obedience equipment may be used. May include handler-designed propsincluding jumps, etc. No lures in Elite Performer.

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Tricks with props below (at least 5 tricks w/ props)

Dog owner name___________________________________ Dog Name ____________________

Evaluator name___________________________Eval Number____________ Date_________

Evaluator signature____________________________________ [ ] Check here if tested by video

GK9TEP (05/20)