Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Testing at the National Capital Kennel Club July Show

The National Capital Kennel Club is proud to offer AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) testing every July at our annual show.

Check back for Instructions to register in advance for the test.

What Is Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Test?
This a test for all AKC-registered dogs. With a bit of training, lots of love, and plenty of praise, every dog-and-handler team can succeed. For more information on AKC registration in the Canine Pet Partners or Purebred Alternative Listing, visit this link.

Who Can Participate?

CGC is open to all dogs — purebred and mixed breed.
There are no age minimums or limits, so puppies, adults, and senior dogs are all welcome.
Because yes—you can teach an old dog new tricks!

The CGC program is an expert-developed training and testing program designed to help dogs gain foundational manners and help owners learn responsible handling skills. The CGC test consists of 10 key skills that reflect real-world good behavior at home and in the community.

The 10 CGC Skills

The Canine Good Citizen test evaluates how well your dog performs in these areas:

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, and stay
7. Coming when called
8. Reaction to another dog
9. Reaction to distractions
10. Supervised separation

Additional CGC Resources

Explore CGC training tips, equipment suggestions, videos, and more through the AKC’s official resource hub.

National Capital Kennel Club is a Member Club of the AKC. Visit AKC to learn about your favorite breeds.

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