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Here is the current list provided by AKC of all parent clubs approved to list the TT as a title (updated February 2020): Download list For more information on parent club title recognition, please visit the AKC website: https://www.akc.org/sports/title-recognition-program/parent-club-title-recognition/temperament-testing/

Several AKC Parent Clubs are now having the AKC recognize passing temperament tests for their breed. If your breed’s parent club recognizes the ATTS Temperament Test (TT), you can apply to have the title placed on your dog’s AKC record … Continue reading →

Thanks to Patty Naimo for sharing this video of her Belgian Tervuren Vinnie (BasqueLaine-Montage Mafioso NW1, BN, RN, HIC, CGC, TDI, TT) taking and passing the ATTS temperament test. (Test hosted by North Shore Kennel Club, Westford, MA, September 26, … Continue reading →

Photo by Paige Reyes Testers, station workers, and participants at the TT held by Canine Solutions on September 17, 2011. ATTS testers pictured are: (kneeling, front row, left to right) Elly Oliva, AT; Polly Dake-Jones, CT (wearing gray sweatshirt); Lisa … Continue reading →

Please BEWARE! ATTS tests are NEVER offered to individual dogs at the owner’s home. If someone approaches you to test your dog at home, this person is NOT associated with ATTS. ALL official ATTS tests are sponsored by recognized dog … Continue reading →

In a current article in the NEW YORKER magazine, issue 2006-02-06, a statement has been made which by inference can be attributed to me, especially since it follows one of my quotes. I would never use the phrase “human aggressive” … Continue reading →