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.