AKC CERTIFICATIONS
Each certification title increases in difficulty and requires a bit more out of your canine companion
These certifications are used to determine your canine’s ability to have a symbiotic relationship with community
Four different certifications, One trainer.
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S.T.A.R Puppy
It all starts here. Puppyhood, the very beginning stages of their life when learning is fast and fun. These are the most important months of learning good habits. This certification is a perfect segway to the Canine Good Citizen certification.
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Canine Good Citizen
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.
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Community Canine
This is the advanced version of the CGC certification, titled CGCA. This certification is done in real-world settings. This will test your canines level of focus on a grander scale.
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Urban Canine Good Citizen
AKC Urban CGC is a public access test that demonstrates dogs are well-behaved and well-trained when in public settings. The Urban CGC test can be used by dog-friendly businesses to recognize and accept dogs with good manners.