AKC Courses

AKC Courses are designed to build reliable, real-world skills while working toward recognized American Kennel Club titles. These classes focus on polite manners, confidence, and focus in everyday environments, helping dogs and handlers strengthen their teamwork while progressing through structured training goals.

Whether you’re looking to earn your dog’s first AKC title or continue advancing their training, these courses provide clear expectations, practical skills, and a supportive, trainer-led environment.

Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

What Will You Learn?

Polite greetings with people and other dogs
Calm behavior around distractions
Reliable obedience in public settings
Handling skills for everyday situations

Who Is This For?

CGC is ideal for dogs with basic obedience skills who are ready to demonstrate good manners in social and public environments. This course is a great next step after Basic Obedience or Socialization training.

What to Expect

Structured, trainer-led group sessions
Preparation for the official AKC CGC evaluation
Guidance and feedback to help you and your dog succeed

Community Canine (CGCA)

What Will You Learn?

Advanced manners in busier environments
Focus and reliability around increased distractions
Calm behavior in community settings

Who Is This For?

This class is designed for dogs who have earned their CGC title and are ready to take their training to the next level. It’s ideal for teams looking to build stronger public reliability and confidence.

What to Expect

Training in more challenging environments
Continued skill building beyond CGC
Support and coaching throughout the course

Urban Canine Good Citizen (Urban CGC)

What Will You Learn?

Reliable behavior in real-world urban settings
Focus and calm responses to noise and movement
Polite navigation of public spaces

Who Is This For?

Urban CGC is for teams who have completed CGC and CGCA and want to test their skills in real-world environments. This course is ideal for dogs preparing for advanced public access expectations.

What to Expect

Training sessions in real-life locations
Preparation for the AKC Urban CGC evaluation
Trainer support through each step of the process

AKC Trick Dog

What Will You Learn?

Fun and engaging tricks that build focus and confidence
Clear communication and teamwork
Mental enrichment through structured challenges

Who Is This For?

Trick Dog is a great option for dogs of all ages looking to add enrichment and fun to their training journey. It pairs well with obedience training and helps strengthen the bond between dog and handler.

What to Expect

Step-by-step guidance through each trick level
Support toward earning AKC Trick Dog titles
A positive, engaging training environment

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AKC Courses

Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

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Community Canine (CGCA)

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Urban Canine Good Citizen (Urban CGC)

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AKC Trick Dog

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