Seattle Kennel Club 🎭 AKC Trick Dog Title Testing @ Wag Fest

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, September 6

  • Registration: 1:30 PM

  • Testing Begins: 2:00 PM

What is the AKC Trick Dog Program?

The AKC Trick Dog Title program celebrates the bond between you and your dog by recognizing fun, practical, and entertaining tricks.

Dogs demonstrate a series of tricks at different skill levels. Passing the test earns your dog an official AKC title, which becomes part of their permanent record.

👉 Get your dog’s AKC registration number today to achieve this title!: https://www.akc.org/register/dog/

(select “All American Dog” for the breed if your dog is a mix breed)

🎓 Trick Dog Levels

  1. Novice (TKN)

    • Perform 5 tricks from the AKC-approved list (10 if tricks were already used for CGC/obedience)

    • Examples: speak, shake hands, high five, spin in a circle, paws up

  2. Intermediate (TKI)

    • Perform 10 tricks

    • Examples: balance on a small platform, play dead, go through a tunnel

  3. Advanced (TKA)

    • Perform 10 advanced tricks

    • Examples: weave through legs, carry an object, jump through a hoop

  4. Performer (TKP)

    • Dog performs a short routine with at least 10 tricks woven into a story or theme

  5. Elite Performer (TKE)

    • The highest level—dogs complete a full routine with multiple props, cues, and story flow

👉 See the full list of tricks and requirements here:
 AKC Trick Dog Program

🏅Why Do Trick Dog?

  • Builds confidence and strengthens teamwork with your dog

  • Provides mental stimulation and a fun outlet for energy

  • Impressive way to showcase your dog’s intelligence and personality

  • Earn an official AKC title and certificate

📋 How Testing Works

  • You and your dog will meet with an AKC-approved Trick Dog Evaluator

  • Demonstrate the required number of tricks for your chosen level

  • Tricks can be cued with words, hand signals, or props

  • Once your dog successfully passes, the evaluator will give you paperwork to send to AKC for certification and title processing

🎁 What You Get

  • An evaluation experience at Wag Fest with your dog

  • Paperwork signed by the evaluator for your Trick Dog Title application

  • Eligibility to order AKC certificates and title recognition once processed

  • Bragging rights and a stronger bond with your pup!

✨ Show the world your dog’s clever side—sign up for Trick Dog Testing at WagFest and take home an AKC Title!