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American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Certification

Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluation & Training

The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program is a gold standard in behavior training from the American Kennel Club (AKC)—and Joi is proud to be a certified CGC Trainer and Evaluator! This program promotes responsible dog ownership and teaches your dog the core skills needed to be a polite, confident, and reliable companion in public and at home.

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The Canine Good Citizen is a 10-skill training program that focuses on:

  • Obedience

  • Good manners

  • Calm behavior around other people and dogs

Once your dog passes the test, they earn an official CGC certificate from the AKC, and can even begin working toward therapy dog training or advanced obedience titles.

What Are the 10 Skills?

Here’s what your dog will learn and demonstrate in the CGC evaluation:

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  1. Accepting a Friendly Stranger

  2. Sitting Politely for Petting

  3. Appearance and Grooming

  4. Walking on a Loose Leash

  5. Walking Through a Crowd

  6. Sit, Down & Stay on Command

  7. Coming When Called

  8. Reaction to Another Dog

  9. Reaction to Distractions

  10. Supervised Separation

Joi's CGC Approach

Joi’s training focuses on building real-life confidence and communication between you and your dog. Her sessions are fun, supportive, and goal-oriented, helping dogs of all ages and backgrounds prepare for the CGC exam at a pace that works for you.

How to Get Started

You can:

  • Enroll in and complete Joi’s CGC prep training sessions

  • Schedule a CGC evaluation when your dog is ready

  • Ask about therapy dog pathways or further training opportunities

Have Any Questions?

Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns!

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