Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program

The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program, offered by the American Kennel Club, is a certification that recognizes well-behaved dogs that demonstrate good manners both at home and in the community. It involves training and testing dogs on skills like basic obedience, walking calmly on a leash, greeting strangers politely, and responding reliably to commands. Successfully completing the program shows that a dog is socially confident, reliable, and a pleasure to have around, helping promote responsible pet ownership and improving the overall relationship between dogs and people.