AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluations
Ironclad K9 Group proudly offers AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) testing and evaluations for owners who want a structured, nationally recognized standard of obedience and manners.
Whether your goal is earning an official AKC title, preparing for therapy work, or simply proving your dog can behave reliably in public, the CGC program is one of the most respected benchmarks available.
AKC Evaluation Programs Offered
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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
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Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
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AKC Community Canine (CGCA)
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Urban CGC (CGCU)
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AKC Trick Dog Testing
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AKC FIT DOG
(Program availability may vary by location and scheduling.)
What is the Canine Good Citizen (CGC)?
The CGC program is a 10-skill evaluation designed to confirm that a dog can demonstrate calm, controlled behavior in everyday situations.
Dogs are evaluated on skills such as:
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Polite greetings
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Loose leash walking
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Sit and down with duration
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Coming when called
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Reaction to distractions
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Supervised separation
CGC is ideal for:
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Polite greetings
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Loose leash walking
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Sit and down with duration
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Coming when called
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Reaction to distractions
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Supervised separation
Testing Requirements
To maintain AKC testing standards:
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Dogs must wear a flat collar or harness
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No prong collars or e-collars during testing
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Standard leash only (no retractable leashes)
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Dogs must be healthy and current on core vaccinations
Schedule Your Evaluation
To book your AKC evaluation:
📞 203-666-7056
Or request an appointment through our website.
Important Notice
Training results and evaluation outcomes are not guaranteed. Success depends on the dog’s temperament, health, history, and—most importantly—owner consistency and follow-through.