AKC Canine Good
Citizen Training & Testing
CGC Training and Testing
CGC is a ten-skill training program that’s open to all dogs–purebred and mixed breed.
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Contact UsWhat is CGC?
CGC is a ten-skill training program that’s open to all dogs–purebred and mixed breed–that focuses on teaching the basics of good manners and obedience, instilling the values of responsible ownership, and strengthening the bond between you and your dog at home and out in the community.
After mastering the ten skills, passing the CGC test together, and taking the Responsible Dog Ownership pledge, you and your pup will join the proud ranks of over 1 million dogs who have earned their Canine Good Citizen award– accomplishment that’s definitely worthy of extra belly rubs! “ - AKC website (www.akc.org)

Emily Scott is a certified AKC CGC evaluator. Her program helps you prepare to take and pass the AKC test. Her private training program includes the following:
Pre-Therapy/Service Dog Training Program
Calm greeting behavior toward strangers
Calm response to body handling
Calm behavior around other dogs
Calm response to distractions (noise desensitization)
Calm response when away from handler
Dogs that have completed this program are eligible to test for AKC Canine Good Citizen© certification