Canine Good Citizen Certification in Wilmington, NC

Prep and certification for the AKC's famous 10-skill Canine Good Citizen test — the nationally recognized good-manners title that opens doors for therapy work, housing, and beyond.

Prep & Certification · $600

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What Is the Canine Good Citizen Test?

The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) is the American Kennel Club's 10-skill test of good manners and basic obedience — one of the most widely recognized dog credentials in America. Details on the official program are on the AKC's Canine Good Citizen page; our program trains every skill and takes you through certification, for $600.

The 10 CGC Test Skills We Train

Accepting a friendly stranger
Sitting politely for petting
Appearance and grooming — comfortable being handled
Walking on a loose lead
Walking through a crowd
Sit and Down on command, and staying in place
Coming when called
Calm reaction to another dog
Calm reaction to distraction
Supervised separation — staying calm when you step away

Why Earn the CGC?

The recognized first step toward therapy dog work
Welcomed by many landlords and insurers as evidence of a well-mannered dog
A structured goal that takes your obedience training somewhere official
An AKC title your dog carries for life

CGC Questions, Answered

How much does CGC certification cost in Wilmington, NC?

$600 for the complete package — preparation across all 10 test skills plus certification.

Does my dog need training before starting CGC prep?

Helpful but not required — the prep covers all 10 skills. Dogs coming from our obedience programs or a board & train typically move through it fastest.

Can any breed earn the CGC?

Yes — the AKC's CGC program is open to all dogs, purebred and mixed. It's about manners, not pedigree.

Is CGC the same as therapy dog certification?

No — CGC is the AKC's good-manners title and often the recognized first step; therapy certification is separate. We offer a dedicated Therapy Dog Development program for that path.

Earn the CGC Title

$600
AKC Canine Good Citizen — prep & certification

Call to Enroll · (910) 622-7987

Enrollment by phone — we'll assess where your dog is and map the fastest path to the title. Packages are paid in full before scheduling.

Official program details: akc.org — Canine Good Citizen

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