15 tricks (Adv/Exp count as 2 tricks if not lured). Luring allowed on half of tricks.

• Demonstrate 15 tricks from the Tricks List. (Advanced and Expert level tricks count as 2 tricks if they are not lured.) 
• For the Novice title, tricks do not have to be perfect.
• Do not physically manipulate the dog into a trick; do not push/pull the dog.
• Treats and toys may be used as a lure, but on no more than 50% of the tricks. This means that on half of the tricks you may hold a treat in your hand and use it to guide your dog into position (as in "spin circles"). On all of the tricks you may give a treat at the end of the trick.
• Tricks must be taught and performed using only positive methods.
• If you perform an Intermediate, Advanced, or Expert trick for your Novice title, you may still use that trick again for your next title.
• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Tricktionary Tricks List

The Tricktionary has video tutorials for most tricks. Want something you can take with you? Check out the step-by-step books by NY Times bestselling author, Kyra Sundance.

Step-by-Step Books

5 Advanced or higher tricks.  All off-leash. Pointed finger is OK, but no treat/toy lures. Multiple cues OK.

• Demonstrate 5 Advanced or higher level tricks from the Tricks List.  
• Do not physically manipulate the dog into a trick; do not push/pull the dog.
• All off-leash.
• A pointed finger is OK, but no treat or toy lures during the trick. You may reward the dog after the trick.
• Handler may give multiple cues, but may not badger the dog, nor hover over or crowd the dog.
• Tricks must be taught and performed using only positive methods.
• If you perform an Expert trick for your Advanced title, you may still use that trick again for your next title.
• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Advanced Dog Tricks List

The Tricktionary has video tutorials for most tricks. Want something you can take with you? Check out the step-by-step books by NY Times bestselling author, Kyra Sundance.

Step-by-Step Books

12 Intermediate or higher tricks (Adv/Exp count as 2 if not lured). OK to re-use a trick from previous title. Lures on no more than 25% of tricks.

• Demonstrate 12 Intermediate or higher level tricks from the Tricks List. (Advanced and Expert level tricks count as 2 tricks if they are not lured.) 
• Do not physically manipulate the dog into a trick; do not push/pull the dog.
• Treats and toys may be used as a lure, but on no more than 25% of the tricks. This means that on a quarter of the tricks you may hold a treat in your hand and use it to guide your dog into position (as in "spin circles"). On all of the tricks you may give a treat at the end of the trick.
• Tricks must be taught and performed using only positive methods.
• If you perform an Advanced, or Expert trick for your Intermediate title, you may still use that trick again for your next title.
• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Intermediate Dog Tricks List

The Tricktionary has video tutorials for most tricks. Want something you can take with you? Check out the step-by-step books by NY Times bestselling author, Kyra Sundance.

Step-by-Step Books

5 Expert  tricks. 

• Demonstrate 5 Expert level tricks from the Tricks List.  
• Do not physically manipulate the dog into a trick; do not push/pull the dog.
• All off-leash.
• A pointed finger is OK, but no treat or toy lures during the trick. You may reward the dog after the trick.
• Handler may give multiple cues, but may not badger the dog, nor hover over or crowd the dog.
• Tricks must be taught and performed using only positive methods.
• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Expert Dog Tricks List

The Tricktionary has video tutorials for most tricks. Want something you can take with you? Check out the step-by-step books by NY Times bestselling author, Kyra Sundance.

Step-by-Step Books

Video submitted to staff evaluators; not CTDI

• The TDCH title has 9 categories. 
• Make a video (or videos) of your tricks according to the application form.
• The TDCH title is evaluated by Do More With Your Dog staff, and not by a CTDI. Submit your payment and video using the Submit button below.
• If any of the videos do not pass, we will contact you and tell you specifically what we need redone, and you can submit a new video for that skill when you are ready (at no additional cost). We want you to succeed! 
• Although there is no minimum age requirement for this title, it is unlikely that a puppy under 6 months will pass.

Champion Application Printed Form

TDCH Rules and Sample Video

PLEASE DISREGARD STEP #3 BELOW. THAT STEP DOES NOT APPLY FOR THE TDCH LEVEL. YOU WILL SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO ONLINE TO OUR STAFF IN STEP #4.

Video submitted to staff evaluators; not CTDI

• The TDGCH title has 6 categories. 
• Make a video (or videos) of your tricks according to the application form.
• The TDGCH title is evaluated by Do More With Your Dog staff, and not by a CTDI. Submit your payment and video using the white button below.
• If any of the videos do not pass, we will contact you and tell you specifically what we need redone, and you can submit a new video for that skill when you are ready (at no additional cost). We want you to succeed! 

Grand Champion Application Printed Form

Free TDGCH Master Class course

PLEASE DISREGARD STEP #3 BELOW. THAT STEP DOES NOT APPLY FOR THE TDCH LEVEL. YOU WILL SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO ONLINE TO OUR STAFF IN STEP #4.

30 Novice level tricks. They must be Novice tricks, and not other levels.

What are Trick Dog Masters Titles?

Masters titles are optional titles and are not required in your pathway toward earning your standard titles. You can earn your NTD, ITD, ATD, ETD, and Champion titles without ever earning your Masters titles.

Masters titles are additional honors to show further mastery of each level (the Novice Masters title shows mastery of Novice tricks). Each Masters title must be earned consecutively, and each Masters title may be earned only after earning the corresponding standard title.

All of the same rules apply to Masters titles as to the standard titles, except that there are more tricks, and the tricks must be of only that level. A Novice Masters title must show 30 Novice tricks, and no intermediate or higher tricks.

Novice Trick Dog Masters Title Rules:

• Demonstrate 30 Novice level tricks. They must be Novice tricks, and not other levels.
• You can use the Novice tricks that you used to get your NTD title. If you use the same evaluator, you do not need to show them those tricks again.  
• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Novice Dog Tricks List

The Tricktionary has video tutorials for most tricks. Want something you can take with you? Check out the step-by-step books by NY Times bestselling author, Kyra Sundance.

Step-by-Step Books

20 Intermediate level tricks. They must be Intermediate tricks, and not other levels.

What are Trick Dog Masters Titles?

Masters titles are optional titles and are not required in your pathway toward earning your standard titles. You can earn your NTD, ITD, ATD, ETD, and Champion titles without ever earning your Masters titles.

Masters titles are additional honors to show further mastery of each level (the Novice Masters title shows mastery of Novice tricks). Each Masters title must be earned consecutively, and each Masters title may be earned only after earning the corresponding standard title.

All of the same rules apply to Masters titles as to the standard titles, except that there are more tricks, and the tricks must be of only that level. A Novice Masters title must show 30 Novice tricks, and no intermediate or higher tricks.

Intermediate Trick Dog Masters Title Rules:

• Demonstrate 20 Intermediate level tricks. They must be Intermediate tricks, and not other levels.  
• You can use the Intermediate tricks that you used to get your ITD title. If you use the same evaluator, you do not need to show them those tricks again.  
• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Intermediate Dog Tricks List

The Tricktionary has video tutorials for most tricks. Want something you can take with you? Check out the step-by-step books by NY Times bestselling author, Kyra Sundance.

Step-by-Step Books

10 Advanced level tricks. They must be Advanced tricks, and not other levels. 

What are Trick Dog Masters Titles?

Masters titles are optional titles and are not required in your pathway toward earning your standard titles. You can earn your NTD, ITD, ATD, ETD, and Champion titles without ever earning your Masters titles.

Masters titles are additional honors to show further mastery of each level (the Novice Masters title shows mastery of Novice tricks). Each Masters title must be earned consecutively, and each Masters title may be earned only after earning the corresponding standard title.

All of the same rules apply to Masters titles as to the standard titles, except that there are more tricks, and the tricks must be of only that level. A Novice Masters title must show 30 Novice tricks, and no intermediate or higher tricks.

Advanced Trick Dog Masters Title Rules:

• Demonstrate 10 Advanced level tricks. They must be Advanced tricks, and not other levels.  
• You can use the Advanced tricks that you used to get your ATD title. If you use the same evaluator, you do not need to show them those tricks again.  
• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Advanced Dog Tricks List

The Tricktionary has video tutorials for most tricks. Want something you can take with you? Check out the step-by-step books by NY Times bestselling author, Kyra Sundance.

Step-by-Step Books

10 Expert level tricks. 

What are Trick Dog Masters Titles?

Masters titles are optional titles and are not required in your pathway toward earning your standard titles. You can earn your NTD, ITD, ATD, ETD, and Champion titles without ever earning your Masters titles.

Masters titles are additional honors to show further mastery of each level (the Novice Masters title shows mastery of Novice tricks). Each Masters title must be earned consecutively, and each Masters title may be earned only after earning the corresponding standard title.

All of the same rules apply to Masters titles as to the standard titles, except that there are more tricks, and the tricks must be of only that level. A Novice Masters title must show 30 Novice tricks, and no intermediate or higher tricks.

Expert Trick Dog Masters Title Rules:

• Demonstrate 10 Expert level tricks. They must be Expert tricks, and not other levels.  
• You can use the Expert tricks that you used to get your ETD title. If you use the same evaluator, you do not need to show them those tricks again.  
• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Expert Dog Tricks List

The Tricktionary has video tutorials for most tricks. Want something you can take with you? Check out the step-by-step books by NY Times bestselling author, Kyra Sundance.

Step-by-Step Books

Perform 15 of the 20 challenges. 

Peace, Love, and Ruff!  Join us on our “Summer of Ruff” and earn your title by performing 15 of the 20 hippy-themed challenges. Submit photos or video. Comes with certificate, ribbon, sticker, and bandana.

• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

To see the 20 challenges, watch the movie trailer video using the yellow button above, or Download the Gameboard

Online video Mini-Course tutorials

Perform 15 of the 20 challenges.

Let the Adventure Begin! Join us on our Summer Scavenger Hunt and earn your title by performing 15 of the 20 challenges. Submit photos or video. 

To see the challenges, watch the movie trailer video using the yellow button above, or Download the Gameboard

• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Online video Mini-Course tutorials

26 tricks starting with each letter of the alphabet, in any language. 

Submit 26 tricks, starting with each letter of the alphabet, in any language. (If your language has more than 26 letters, then you should do more than 26 tricks). There are no official criteria for difficulty or trick description. Use your dogs skills and your creativity to fulfill the challenge. You can make up your own tricks. 

• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Need ideas? Check our Dog Tricks Dictionary.

Online video Mini-Course tutorials

20 tricks using one prop (such as a ball, flying disc, or hoop).

Submit 20 tricks using one prop (such as a ball, flying disc, or hoop). You can use different versions of the prop (such as a tennis ball and soccer ball) in for the title. Your title certificate will list the prop. You may get multiple titles (one for Ball, and  one for Hoop). 

• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

For examples, watch the movie trailer video.

Online video Mini-Course tutorials

25 tricks using the letters of your animal’s name. 

Choose 25 tricks corresponding to the letters in your dog's name. You can repeat letters. You can use their call name or registered name or first an last name. Need ideas? Check our dog tricks dictionary. 

• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Online video Mini-Course tutorials

Dog plus its offspring and siblings (if any) earn a total of 10 trick titles

The TD-ROM title recognizes dogs with good genetic ability. This genetic ability can be demonstrated in one of two ways:

1) The dog earns 10 trick titles.

2) The dog and his/her offspring and/or siblings earn a combined 10 trick titles. In this scenario, the dog does not need any titles him/herself, if their offspring/siblings earn all 10 titles.

Each trick title counts toward the 10.

An NTD is one title, and an NTD-M is a second title.

Qualifying titles include: standard trick titles (NTD, etc.), optional trick titles (NTD-M, etc.), but not specialty trick titles (Alphabet, etc).

Stunt dog titles do qualify.

Animal Acting titles do qualify (Levels 1-5 only. Specialty acting titles do not qualify, ie:Calendar Shoot) 

Canine Conditioning Fitness titles do not qualify.

The dog plus its offspring and/or siblings need to have earned a combined total of 10 trick titles.

Online video Mini-Course tutorials

Does your animal have “the look”? The Level 1 Photo Shoot certification credentials your animal to work on set posing for photo shoots, magazines, product packaging, billboards, web ads, art pieces, and more.

Does your animal have “the look”? The Level 1 Photo Shoot certification credentials your animal to work on set posing for photo shoots, magazines, product packaging, billboards, web ads, art pieces, and more.

Industry Certification:

Movie productions and other film and photography sets are expensive endeavors and a production company will not risk wasting time by hiring an animal that is ill-prepared for the job, which is why they hire animals with industry standard certification to work on SAG-AFTRA and other professional sets. This enables the production company to reduce risk and increase the likelihood of a quality performance. Credentialed animals are added to the online registry which includes their photo and the owner's contact details, allowing productions and animal acting agencies to find and hire the animals. We take no cut of their job wages.

There are five Animal Actor certifications (Levels 1-5). Each must be earned consecutively. Each certification is earned by demonstrating the skills on the checklist to an Animal Actor Certified Evaluator (AACE). 

• Behaviors do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your behaviors for evaluation.

Download the Handbook

The handbook has basic descriptions, but if you'd prefer video, you can enroll in the online course.

Online Course

The Level 2 Set-Prepped Actor card certifies the animal to work on a motion set environment with other actors.

The Level 2 Set-Prepped Actor card certifies the animal to work on a motion set environment with other actors. For this level we assume sound is not being captured which allows the trainer to verbally coach the animal. The Set-Prepped White Card certifies the animal to perform motion on the set, to interact with other actors, and withstand a full day on location.

• Behaviors do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your behaviors for evaluation.

Download the Handbook

The handbook has basic descriptions, but if you'd prefer video, you can enroll in the online course.

Online Course

With their Level 3 Film card, the animal is officially set-trained and certified to act alongside other actors in any feature film or commercial.

With their Level 3 Film card, the animal is officially set-trained and certified to act alongside other actors in any feature film or commercial. A set trained animal is allowed to work on a “quiet set,” which is a film set that is recording audio. The animal responds to silent cues on a quiet set.

• Behaviors do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your behaviors for evaluation.

Download the Handbook

The handbook has basic descriptions, but if you'd prefer video, you can enroll in the online course.

Online Course

A Level 4 Leading Role card signifies that your animal has the drive and advanced training to perform a variety of behaviors and to learn new behaviors quickly.

A Level 4 Leading Role card signifies that your animal has the drive and advanced training to perform a variety of behaviors and to learn new behaviors quickly. This is a special animal that fundamentally loves set work. The Yellow Card is a prestigious symbol for an elite subset of animal actors. An animal who has made it this far is trusted to be reliable on set with an admirable work ethic.

• Behaviors do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your behaviors for evaluation.

Download the Handbook

The handbook has basic descriptions, but if you'd prefer video, you can enroll in the online course.

Online Course

Now you’re a professional! The elusive Level 5 Professional red card is awarded to animals who have proven themselves by performing up to expectations on a professional set.

Now you’re a professional! The elusive Level 5 Professional red card is awarded to animals who have proven themselves by performing up to expectations on a professional set. This is the highest level of animal acting certification and is accepted for every job. The Red Card is awarded to professional, working dogs.

• Behaviors do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your behaviors for evaluation.

Download the Handbook

The handbook has basic descriptions, but if you'd prefer video, you can enroll in the online course.

Online Course

Run or speed-walk 2 kilometers (1.24 miles) with your dog.

Proof can be a photo, video, stopwatch, GPS, written statement from a spectator, etc. 

FAQs:

QUESTION: Do we have to RUN?

ANSWER: You can run or walk. You and/or your dog should be exerting yourselves with effort. If either the person or the dog is only capable of a slow walk, they they should do the slow walk. Fitness is for everyone.

QUESTION: Can I submit a run/walk that we did a long time ago?

ANSWER: You should have completed the 2K within the past 30 days

QUESTION: My dog is very old and walks slowly. Can he still do it?

ANSWER: Fitness is just as important for senior dogs as for younger dogs, and we applaud your attention to his health. Go get 'em!

3 kilometers (1.86 miles) run/walk  3 reps high energy burst  3 minutes stretch

Complete all 3 of the following:

• 3 minutes of stretching.
• 3 kilometers (1.86 miles) run/walk with your dog. 
• 3 reps of a high energy burst (ex:  jumping over a bar jump, sprinting  a short distance, or going up stairs). 

You will need to show proof of only your 3k.  Proof can be a photo, video, stopwatch, GPS, written statement from a spectator, etc. You do not need to show proof of the high-energy burst or the stretching.

QUESTION: Do we have to RUN? You can run or walk.  If either the person or the dog is only capable of a slow walk, they should do the slow walk. Fitness is for everyone.

QUESTION: Can I submit a run/walk that we did a long time ago? You should have completed the 3K within the past 30 days

Complete the 15 exercises in the level 1 category to earn your CCF 1 title. If a particular skill is unfeasible, the coach may specify a substitution.

• The CCF title is a symbol of committing to a fitness lifestyle. Fitness is about doing the best we can at the level we are at. Senior, disabled, and overweight dogs can commit to their individual fitness goals and be rewarded for it.
• There are approximately 15 exercises in each CCF level, spanning the five components of fitness: Flexibility, Balance, Stamina, Coordination, Strength. 
• Dog will be evaluated that he understands the exercise, actively participates, challenges himself, and improves.
• If a particular skill is unfeasible, the certified evaluator may specify a substitution. 
• Don't have the equipment? Don't worry. In the online Fit-tionary, some exercises will specify a substitution; for example throw pillows may be used instead of inflateble discs. 
• Exercises do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your exercises for evaluation.

The Level 1 exercises can be viewed in our online Fit-tionary, or as a printable PDF.

Fit-tionary Online List

Printable PDF: Print the CCF List

The Fit-tionary has basic video tutorials for the tricks. Want more? You can purchase the book or enroll in the online course.

Canine Conditioning Book

Online Course

Complete the 15 exercises in the level 2 category to earn your CCF 2 title.

• The CCF title is a symbol of committing to a fitness lifestyle. Fitness is about doing the best we can at the level we are at. Senior, disabled, and overweight dogs can commit to their individual fitness goals and be rewarded for it.
• There are approximately 15 exercises in each CCF level, spanning the five components of fitness: Flexibility, Balance, Stamina, Coordination, Strength. 
• Dog will be evaluated that he understands the exercise, actively participates, challenges himself, and improves.
• If a particular skill is unfeasible, the certified evaluator may specify a substitution. 
• Don't have the equipment? Don't worry. In the online Fit-tionary, some exercises will specify a substitution; for example throw pillows may be used instead of inflateble discs. 
• Exercises do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your exercises for evaluation.

The Level 2 exercises can be viewed in our online Fit-tionary, or as a printable PDF.

Fit-tionary Online List

Printable PDF: Print the CCF List

The Fit-tionary has basic video tutorials for the tricks. Want more? You can purchase the book or enroll in the online course.

Canine Conditioning Book

Online Course

Complete the 14 exercises in the level 3 category to earn your CCF 3 title.

• The CCF title is a symbol of committing to a fitness lifestyle. Fitness is about doing the best we can at the level we are at. Senior, disabled, and overweight dogs can commit to their individual fitness goals and be rewarded for it.
• There are approximately 15 exercises in each CCF level, spanning the five components of fitness: Flexibility, Balance, Stamina, Coordination, Strength. 
• Dog will be evaluated that he understands the exercise, actively participates, challenges himself, and improves.
• If a particular skill is unfeasible, the certified evaluator may specify a substitution. 
• Don't have the equipment? Don't worry. In the online Fit-tionary, some exercises will specify a substitution; for example throw pillows may be used instead of inflateble discs. 
• Exercises do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your exercises for evaluation.

The Level 3 exercises can be viewed in our online Fit-tionary, or as a printable PDF.

Fit-tionary Online List

Printable PDF: Print the CCF List

The Fit-tionary has basic video tutorials for the tricks. Want more? You can purchase the book or enroll in the online course.

Canine Conditioning Book

Online Course

Complete the 14 exercises in the level 4 category to earn your CCF 4 title.

• The CCF title is a symbol of committing to a fitness lifestyle. Fitness is about doing the best we can at the level we are at. Senior, disabled, and overweight dogs can commit to their individual fitness goals and be rewarded for it.
• There are approximately 15 exercises in each CCF level, spanning the five components of fitness: Flexibility, Balance, Stamina, Coordination, Strength. 
• Dog will be evaluated that he understands the exercise, actively participates, challenges himself, and improves.
• If a particular skill is unfeasible, the certified evaluator may specify a substitution. 
• Don't have the equipment? Don't worry. In the online Fit-tionary, some exercises will specify a substitution; for example throw pillows may be used instead of inflateble discs. 
• Exercises do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your exercises for evaluation.

The Level 4 exercises can be viewed in our online Fit-tionary, or as a printable PDF.

Fit-tionary Online List

Printable PDF: Print the CCF List

The Fit-tionary has basic video tutorials for the tricks. Want more? You can purchase the book or enroll in the online course.

Canine Conditioning Book

Online Course

You and your Coach will work together to identify 14 exercises from a list. These exercises shall be performed with excellent form.

The goal of fitness is not to be necessarily the strongest, fastest, most agile dog in the room. The goal of fitness is to perform to the best of your abilities at the level you are at, and to exert yourself and push your limits while maintaining proper technique and form. 

By achieving your CCF4 title, your dog has already demonstrated understanding and execution of various exercises in flexibility, balance, stamina, coordination, and strength.

The CCF Champion title is intended to prove their excellent technique. A CCF Champion could be featured in a fitness presentation as an example of the proper way to perform an exercise. 

If a particular skill is unfeasible, the coach may specify a substitution.

• Exercises do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your exercises for evaluation.

Print the CCF Champion Application

The Fit-tionary has basic video tutorials for the tricks. Want more? You can purchase the book or enroll in the online course.

Canine Conditioning Book

Online Course

A continuous routine of exercises, performed live or via video.

Stunt Dog is a live performance. It may be done in person, or by unedited pre-recorded video.

Novice Stunt Dog Routine:

1. Perimeter Circle Salute On leash, counter-clockwise
2. Mount Pedestal, assume Ready Position On leash Remove leash
3. “Stay” on Pedi Handler backs up 6 feet, 5 seconds
4. Handler Circles Pedi 2 feet distance
5. Trick on Pedestal 1 trick Relocate to Stage Front
6. Send to Pedestal From 10 feet distance Steward places Target Mark. Dog and Handler go to Stage Back.
7. Send to Target Mark From 6 feet distance, stay on mark 5 seconds Relocate to Pedi. Steward removes Target. Steward gives hoops to Handler.
8. Hoop Jump 4 jumps/interactions Relocate to Pedi
9. Perimeter Circle Exit On leash

Stunt Dog Handbook

Our Stunt Dog-tionary has video of each exercise.

Stunt Dog-tionary

Open Stunt Dog Routine:

1. Perimeter Circle Entrance On leash, counter-clockwise
2. Mount Pedestal, assume Ready Position On leash Remove leash
3. “Stay” on Pedi, Handler Backs Up 6 feet, 15 seconds
4. “Stay” on Pedi, Handler Circles it 6 feet distance
5. Tricks on Pedestal 2 tricks, at least one at Intermediate difficulty level Relocate to Stage Front
6. Send to Pedestal From distance of perimeter fence Steward places target mark. Dog and Handler go to Stage back
7. Send to Target Mark From 10 feet distance, stay on mark for 10 seconds Relocate to Pedi. Steward removes Target. Steward hands hoops to Handler.
8. Hoop Jump 4 jumps/interactions Relocate to Pedi
9. Tricks on the Floor 2 tricks, at least one at Intermediate difficulty level Relocate to Pedi
10. Perimeter Circle Exit On leash

Stunt Dog Handbook

Our Stunt Dog-tionary has video of each exercise.

Stunt Dog-tionary

Proven Stunt Dog Routine:

1. Perimeter Circle Entrance Off-leash, counter-clockwise
2. Mount Pedestal, assume Ready Position Off-leash
3. “Stay” on Pedi, Handler Circles it 10 feet distance
4. Tricks on Pedestal 3 tricks, at least one at Intermediate difficulty level
5. Distance Trick on Pedestal 1 trick, 6 feet distance Steward places Target Mark. Dog and Handler go to Stage Back.
6. Distance Trick on Target Mark 1 trick, 6 feet distance Relocate to Pedi. Steward removes Target. Steward hands hoops to Handler.
7. Hoop Jump 4 jumps/interactions Relocate to Pedi, and then to Stage Front for floor
8. Tricks on the Floor 3 tricks; one of Advanced difficulty, one using a prop Relocate to Pedi
9. Perimeter Circle Exit Off-leash

Stunt Dog Handbook

Our Stunt Dog-tionary has video of each exercise.

Stunt Dog-tionary

Stunt Dog Professional Routine:

1. Perimeter Circle Entrance Off-leash, 2 pauses to perform a trick to audience
2. Mount Pedestal, assume Ready Position Send from distance of fence
3. “Stay” on Pedi, Handler Circles it At distance of fence
4. Tricks on Pedestal 4 tricks, at least one at Intermediate difficulty level
5. Distance Trick on Pedestal 4 tricks, 12 feet distance Steward places Target Mark. Dog and Handler go to Stage Back
6. Distance Trick on Target Mark 3 tricks in a row, 6 feet distance Relocate to Pedi. Steward removes Target. Steward hands hoops to Handler.
7. Hoop Jump 4 jumps/interactions Relocate to Pedi, and then to Stage Front for floor
8. Tricks on the Floor 3 tricks; one of Expert difficulty, one using a prop Relocate to Pedi
9. Silent Cues 3 tricks, either all on pedi or all on floor
10. Perimeter Circle Exit Off-leash, 2 pauses to perform a trick to audience

Stunt Dog Handbook

Our Stunt Dog-tionary has video of each exercise.

Stunt Dog-tionary

Stunt Dog Champion Routine:

The Champion performance is to be 4 to 7 minutes in length. The judge can periodically announce the time for the competitor. The performance routine is completely up to the competitors. They may perform as many tricks they wish, of whatever kind they wish, so long as the required elements are included.

Required Elements:

1. Perimeter Circle Entrance (off-leash) and Mount Pedestal
2. Perimeter Circle Exit
3. Intro to the audience (on Pedi)
4. Distance work 5. Behavior Chain

The performance must utilize these props:

1. Pedestal
2. Target Mark
3. Hoop

Scoring:

1. Showmanship
2. Variety of Tricks
3. Technical Difficulty
4. Unique Act
5. Pace
6. Entertaining
7. Use of Entire Stage
8. Interesting Props
9. Teamwork
10. Likability/Happiness

Stunt Dog Handbook

Our Stunt Dog-tionary has video of each exercise.

Stunt Dog-tionary

Pass your SDCH 6 times under at least 3 different judges.

Stunt Dog Grand Champion:

Pass your SDCH 6 times to earn your Grand Champion title. These passes must occur with at least 3 different judges. You can do the same routine all six times.

Stunt Dog Handbook

Our Stunt Dog-tionary has video of each exercise.

Stunt Dog-tionary

4 additional total passes under 2 different judges. You can do the same routine each time.

How to earn your Stunt Dog title:

1. Download the rulebook. Stunt Dog Rulebook
2. Watch this video of what your performance should look like Watch Demo Video
3. Show your routine (live or in an unedited video) to a Stunt Dog Judge (SDJ).  In-Person Judges or Online Judges
4. Once the judge has approved your routine, submit your information to us using the white button below. 

Stunt Dog Grand Champion 2:

Stunt Dog Grand Champion 2 requires 4 additional total passes/qualifying scores under 2 different judges. 

Stunt Dog Grand Champion 3:

Stunt Dog Grand Champion 3 requires 4 additional total passes/qualifying scores under 2 different judges. 

Stunt Dog Grand Champion 4:

Stunt Dog Grand Champion 4 requires 4 additional total passes/qualifying scores under 2 different judges. 

Stunt Dog Handbook

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You automatically get this title when you get all three sports (trick, fitness, stunt dog): NTD, CCF1, NSD

A dog earns their Triple Crown title by titling in three sports: Stunt Dog, Trick Dog, and Canine Conditioning Fitness.

A dog earns Triple Crown-1 by achieving the novice level in all three sports. Triple Crown-2 is earned by achieving the second level of all three sports, and so on. The top title is the Triple Crown Champion, for dogs who earn their Champion titles in all three sports. Way to go!

Your dog earns this title automatically. Honor your dog’s accomplishment with a certificate and 30″ fringed sash with colors that coordinate with the ribbons of your three sports.

See list of Triple Crown title holders

Disregard steps #2 and #3 below, and simply use step #4 to submit for your certificate and sash.

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A dog earns their Triple Crown title by titling in three sports: Stunt Dog, Trick Dog, and Canine Conditioning Fitness.

A dog earns Triple Crown-1 by achieving the novice level in all three sports. Triple Crown-2 is earned by achieving the second level of all three sports, and so on. The top title is the Triple Crown Champion, for dogs who earn their Champion titles in all three sports. Way to go!

Your dog earns this title automatically. Honor your dog’s accomplishment with a certificate and 30″ fringed sash with colors that coordinate with the ribbons of your three sports.

See list of Triple Crown title holders

Disregard steps #2 and #3 below, and simply use step #4 to submit for your certificate and sash.

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A dog earns their Triple Crown title by titling in three sports: Stunt Dog, Trick Dog, and Canine Conditioning Fitness.

A dog earns Triple Crown-1 by achieving the novice level in all three sports. Triple Crown-2 is earned by achieving the second level of all three sports, and so on. The top title is the Triple Crown Champion, for dogs who earn their Champion titles in all three sports. Way to go!

Your dog earns this title automatically. Honor your dog’s accomplishment with a certificate and 30″ fringed sash with colors that coordinate with the ribbons of your three sports.

See list of Triple Crown title holders

Disregard steps #2 and #3 below, and simply use step #4 to submit for your certificate and sash.

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A dog earns their Triple Crown title by titling in three sports: Stunt Dog, Trick Dog, and Canine Conditioning Fitness.

A dog earns Triple Crown-1 by achieving the novice level in all three sports. Triple Crown-2 is earned by achieving the second level of all three sports, and so on. The top title is the Triple Crown Champion, for dogs who earn their Champion titles in all three sports. Way to go!

Your dog earns this title automatically. Honor your dog’s accomplishment with a certificate and 30″ fringed sash with colors that coordinate with the ribbons of your three sports.

See list of Triple Crown title holders

Disregard steps #2 and #3 below, and simply use step #4 to submit for your certificate and sash.

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A dog earns their Triple Crown title by titling in three sports: Stunt Dog, Trick Dog, and Canine Conditioning Fitness.

A dog earns Triple Crown-1 by achieving the novice level in all three sports. Triple Crown-2 is earned by achieving the second level of all three sports, and so on. The top title is the Triple Crown Champion, for dogs who earn their Champion titles in all three sports. Way to go!

Your dog earns this title automatically. Honor your dog’s accomplishment with a certificate and 30″ fringed sash with colors that coordinate with the ribbons of your three sports.

See list of Triple Crown title holders

Disregard steps #2 and #3 below, and simply use step #4 to submit for your certificate and sash.

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Online course with workbook and gift pack mailed to you. Multiple choice exam (re-takes are free), plus one video submission.

As a CTDI you can evaluate student trick titles. You'll earn credits for every student title. Credits can be redeemed for free stuff.

Learn the correct techniques of training with online, self-paced, step-by-step video curriculum presented by a world-renowned dog tricks expert.

This course contains all four levels of the curriculum  geared toward teaching you the skills to become certified as a trick dog instructor (CTDI).

Online course with workbook and gift pack mailed to you. Multiple choice exam (re-takes are free), plus one video submission.

Enroll in the CTDI Course

Online course with giftpack and handbook mailed to you. Short quiz.

As an AACE you can evaluate animal actor submissions. You'll earn credits for every certification. Credits can be redeemed for free stuff.

Animal Actor Certified Evaluators (AACE) evaluate specified skills of an animal and award them their set credentials.

Online course with giftpack and handbook mailed to you. Short quiz.

Enroll in the AACE Course

Online course with giftpack and book mailed to you. Multiple choice exam. Re-takes are free. No equipment needed.

Learn the Right Way to do Canine Conditioning Fitness with online, self-paced, step-by-step video curriculum presented by a world-renowned canine fitness expert. Four course levels are geared toward teaching you the skills to earn your titles, or to becoming certified as a Canine Conditioning Fitness Coach (CCFC).

Online course with giftpack and book mailed to you. Multiple choice exam. Re-takes are free. No equipment needed.

Enroll in the Fitness Coach Course

Online course with giftpack and rulebook and scorecards mailed to you. Short quiz.

Stunt Dog is based on live trick dog performance. This workshop will familiarize you with the logistics and rules of competition. Stunt Dog Judges can host their own trials or judge online. Enroll in the SD Judge Course

Automatically awarded to you when you become an instructor in Tricks, Fitness, and Stunt Dog (CTDI, CCFC, SDJ)

These versatile trainers are credentialed instructors in all three sports: dog tricks, canine fitness, and stunt dog. This title is awarded automatically. Logo bomber jacket available.  Bomber Jacket

12 tricks in 24, or 48, or 60 seconds

Your dog does 12 tricks within the time limit. Because some dogs are naturally faster than others, you have the option of 3 different time limits: 24 seconds, 48 seconds, or 60 seconds. Pick the one that best suits your dog. There are no criteria for difficulty or trick description.  You can make up your own tricks. There are no prerequisites.

Whether you chose to do the 12 tricks in 24, 48, or 60 seconds, you will all get the same title and certificate (although the certificate will note which time period you did). If you get your certificate with 60 seconds, and later do it in 48 seconds evaluated by the same CTDI, we will upgrade your title for free.

• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

Plan them out. It will be helpful to tape a list to the wall or floor for quick reference.

Online video Mini-Course tutorials

"Back-to-School" theme. Perform 12 of the 15 school assignments. Closed. Re-opens Augus 2024.

It's Back-to-School! Join us on our Teacher's Pet adventure and earn your title by performing 12 of the 15 school assignments. Submit photos or video. 

• Tricks do not have to be performed on the same day. Your evaluator may sign of on each one individually.
• You may submit video of your trick for evaluation.

The school assignments are listed here. For examples of what they look like, watch the movie trailer video using the yellow button above.

Online video Mini-Course tutorials

Complete the 4 intelligence challenges to earn your dog's title.

• Step on Y/N buttons
• Run to Y/N platforms
• Nose-touch one or the other of your hands
• Fetch an item labeled with Y/N

• Bark the number
• Wave the number
• Nose-Touch your hand the number of times
• Ring a bell the number
• Spin circles the number

• Guess which hand holds the treat
• Brain game toys
• Posing at a computer with paws on keyboard
• Figuring out how to get a treat from under a laundry basket

Online video Mini-Course tutorials

NEW!! Submit an additional 31 tricks of any level, which will equal a total of 101 tricks that you've shown.

Masters titles are about quantity of tricks. By achieving Novice through Expert Masters titles you have already demostrated 70 tricks. To earn the Champion Masters title you will demonstrate an additional 31 tricks, bringing your total to 101. You must also submit to your evaluator a written list of all 101 tricks.

The 31 tricks may be of any level. Luring may not be used for these 31 tricks.

*Note that the pre-requisites for this trick are the Expert Masters (ETD-M), and Trick Dog Champion (TDCH) titles.

Tricktionary

The Tricktionary has video tutorials for most tricks. Want something you can take with you? Check out the step-by-step books by NY Times bestselling author, Kyra Sundance.

Step-by-Step Books

SOLD OUT. See you April 2024!

Proof can be a photo, video, stopwatch, GPS, written statement from a spectator, etc. 

FAQs:

QUESTION: Do we have to RUN?

ANSWER: You can run or walk. You and/or your dog should be exerting yourselves with effort. If either the person or the dog is only capable of a slow walk, they they should do the slow walk. Fitness is for everyone.

QUESTION: My dog is very old and walks slowly. Can he still do it?

ANSWER: Fitness is just as important for senior dogs as for younger dogs, and we applaud your attention to his health. Go get 'em!

Register by Sept 30, 2023. Finish your run/walk by October 31.

Celebrate the Equinox on September 22, the day in which we have equal parts light and dark. The Equinox Explorer 5k challenges you to explore and appreciate the nature in your area, whether this is a forest, desert, or city park. To earn this title run or walk your dog 5 kilometers (3 miles) in nature. Although we only require proof of the distance, we encourage you to also submit a photo of the nature you found in your area of the world.

Proof can be a photo, video, stopwatch, GPS, written statement from a spectator, etc. 

FAQs:

QUESTION: Do we have to RUN?

ANSWER: You can run or walk. You and/or your dog should be exerting yourselves with effort. If either the person or the dog is only capable of a slow walk, then they should do the slow walk. Fitness is for everyone.

QUESTION: My dog is very old and walks slowly. Can he still do it?

ANSWER: Fitness is just as important for senior dogs as for younger dogs, and we applaud your attention to his health. Go get 'em!

12 modeling photos comprising a theme for a calendar. Title must be submitted by December 31, 2023

Animal Actors are trained to model in photoshoots. To earn this title, your dog (or pet) will demonstrate real-life modeling skills by posing for their own dog calendar. 

• Looking at camera or watching a "Look Stick"
• Interacting with a prop
• Wearing clothes
• Being posed in a specific place or in a specific way
• Perk Up (alert expression)
• Doing a trick (wave, bow, etc)

If you'd like to learn more about animal acting, you can enroll in the online course.

Online Course