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What Is CGC Certification?
If you are new to the dog training world, you may hear the term CGC certificate and wonder...well, what in the world is it? Canine Good Citizen (CGC) is a certification awarded by the American Kennel Club (AKC). To earn this, dogs have to pass a test indicating they have good manners at home and in the community.
CGC certification can create respect for dogs within the community. Some landlords are more willing to accept a Canine Good Citizen than other dogs (others may be willing to discount your pet fee!) In addition, the CGC certificate is one of the first training goals for many working dogs, such as many Therapy Dogs and Service Dogs.
After your dog has passed the CGC test, you will receive a certificate showing that your dog has passed and your dog gains the official AKC CGC title. In fact, dogs with CGC title can have suffix “CGC” after their names!
CGC Certification training programs
The Canine Good Citizen test helps promote responsible behavior for dog owners, as well as teach proper training for dogs so they are well-mannered and easy-going around other dogs and people. Dogs of any breed, mixed breed or age are eligible to take any of CGC tests so long as they are fully up to date on rabies vaccines and have completed the puppy series of vaccines. It is recommended that dogs re-test every 1-2 years, especially dogs that take the CGC test prior to one year of age.
CGC Evaluation
If you feel your dog is already prepared to pass a CGC test but you would like to find out for sure before taking the test, I can evaluate your dog during a consultation session and let you know if he or she is ready. Not all dogs will pass the Canine Good Citizen Test the first time around, and that is okay. Dogs are allowed to retake the test when their owners feel they are ready to do so.
CGC Prep and Evaluation
Everything you need to get your dog prepped and ready to take and the Canine Good Citizen test.
You'll be taught to train your dogs skills, such as Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Greeting a Stranger, and more.
This program includes a Temperament Test and lessons tailored to gaining your dog's CGC certification.
CGC Certification Testing
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) is a certification awarded by the American Kennel Club (AKC) to dogs who pass a test indicating they have good manners, both at home and in the community. It is important to make sure your dog is ready to pass before taking the CGC, so you don't have to take the test more than once. Testing usually takes 20 to 30 minutes.
