• Play with the dog
  The object is to demonstrate that the dog will play with its handler. Play adds an extra dimension to a dog's life and can be used to make training fun.

• Road walk
  The object is to test the ability of the dog to walk on lead under control.

• Rejoin the handler
  The object is for the dog to remain steady while the handler leaves but the dog will rejoin when instructed to do so.

• Stay in one place
  The object is that the dog will stay on the spot while the handler moves away for 2 minutes. The handler should remain in sight.

• Vehicle control
  The object is for the handler to get the dog in and out of a vehicle in a controlled manner. The dog should remain quiet, relaxed and under control during the exercise.

• Come away from distractions
  The object is for the handler to remain in control of their dog when there are distractions.

• Controlled greeting
  The object is to demonstrate that the dog will not jump up. Should this happen, the handler must be able to successfully instruct the dog to cease.

• Food manners
  The object is for the dog to have good manners when aware of peoples' food.

• Examination of the dog
  The object is to demonstrate that the dog will allow inspection of its body by a stranger as might be undertaken by a veterinary surgeon.

• Responsibility and care
  The object is to test the knowledge of the handler on this subject.

After successful completion of the Silver Award, awardees can purchase a Silver Good Citizen Dog Scheme Tag.