Join Us for CGC Testing at the National Capital Kennel Club July 5, 2026 Show

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

Instructions to register in advance are below:

Event: AKC CGC and CGCA Tests

Date: July 5, 2026

Time: 8:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.

Location: Howard County Fairgrounds, West Friendship, MD — Cattle Barn #6

Evaluator: Kathleen Whitaker

What Is Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Test?
This is 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.

If you have questions, email us at cgctest@nationalcapitalkennelclub.com.

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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.

Join Us for CGC Testing at the National Capital Kennel Club July 5, 2026 Show

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