Canine Good Citizen (CGC) is a beginner level AKC certification that ​stresses responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs. For dogs at least 1 year old, OR under 1 year IF they have completed AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy training.

CGC Test 1: Accepting a Friendly Stranger

GCG Test 2: Sitting Politely for Petting

CGC Test 3: Appearance and Grooming

CGC Test 4: Out for a Walk

CGC Test 5: Walking Through a Crowd

CGC Test 6: ​Sit and Down on Command, and Staying in Place

CGC Test 7: Coming When Called

CGC Test 8: Reaction to Another Dog

CGC Test 9: Reaction to Distraction

CGC Test 10: Supervised Separation

Community Canine skills: all CGC skills in real-world settings