{"id":36,"date":"2022-10-09T14:20:34","date_gmt":"2022-10-09T14:20:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/suburbandogtrainer.co.uk\/?page_id=36"},"modified":"2026-05-02T11:35:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T11:35:23","slug":"the-good-citizen-dog-scheme","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/suburbandogtrainer.co.uk\/?page_id=36","title":{"rendered":"APDT Good Companion Awards Course"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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The APDT Good Companion Awards are a rewarding and supportive way to help you build a strong, positive relationship with your dog while receiving recognised achievement for your progress. The course focuses on developing the teamwork, knowledge and practical skills that support a happy, lifelong partnership between you and your canine companion, encouraging responsible and informed dog guardianship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The awards are designed to recognise both good guardianship and good canine behaviour, celebrating progress in a positive, encouraging way. Assessments are carried out by a current full member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) UK, who follows the association\u2019s professional code of practice, ensuring a fair and supportive experience throughout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exercises are assessed flexibly during your training course, so there is no pressure to perform on a single day. You may attempt each exercise as many times as needed within a six-week limit, and your assessor may ask questions during assessment to check understanding. Full details of the knowledge areas covered are provided in the Guardian Information Pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Good Companion Awards are available at the following levels, allowing you and your dog to progress at a pace that suits you:<\/p>\n\n\n

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\u00b7 Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Improver<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Intermediate<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Advance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Classes are held at Scarcroft Village Hall, LS14 3AS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wednesday Evenings 7pm-8pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The next available class tbc, if you would like to attend just complete the questionnaire form and pay your \u00a310 deposit below.\u00a0 Once this is received I will email your confirmation form reserving your place in the class.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a385 on a 5-Week Training Rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1 – Please complete the questionnaire<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n