Got a smart dog at home? Consider applying for Trick Dog Titles!

• AKC Novice Trick Dog (TKN) – Your dog performs 10 skills from the Novice list. Only 5 Novice level tricks are required if your dog already has a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certificate or title on record at AKC.  See the list of tricks here.

• AKC Intermediate Trick Dog (TKI) – Your dog must have the Novice title, plus perform 10 Intermediate tricks. See the list of tricks here.

• AKC Advanced Trick Dog (TKA) – Your dog must have the Intermediate title, plus perform 10 tricks from the Advanced list. See the list of tricks here.

• AKC Trick Dog Performer (TKP) – In this title, handlers perform a short routine with at least 10 tricks with at least 3 tricks using props. See the requirements here.

• AKC Trick Dog Elite Performer (TKE) – In the highest level of Trick Dog, the Elite Performers perform a routine that has a story/script. At least 5 props are used. See the requirements here.

Here’s how:

1. Download the Tricks Checklist and identify the tricks you will be performing. 

2. Record a video of your dog performing the tricks and upload it to YouTube, Google Drive, or another video sharing service (please note that a sharable link is needed; please email us if you aren't sure how to upload a video). A lure may only be used for Novice level tricks unless otherwise stated on the tricks checklists. You may use toy and/or food reward after each trick for all levels.

3. Use the Trick Dog Video Evaluation form below to submit your video. A separate form should be submitted for each level or dog you wish to have evaluated. An invoice via Paypal or Venmo will be sent and must be paid prior to your video being reviewed. If for any reason your video is denied by the evaluator, you will be given an opportunity to resubmit free of charge to resolve any failed tricks.

4. Once your video has been reviewed and approved, we will send you a signed copy of the Tricks Checklist/Video Verification Form 

5. Lastly, to apply for the title, you will send a copy of the completed Tricks Checklist received from the evaluator, the Trick Dog Title Application,  and Title Application fee to AKC per the guidelines listed on the Title Application form.

If you have any questions about the video verification or application process, please send an email to info@seerdogtraining.com!