AKC Approved CGC Evaluator
Whether you want to take a CGC test, earn a Trick Dog title from home, or get some training first, I can help you figure out the easiest next step.
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You do not need to know all of the AKC abbreviations before contacting me.
In person • Boston area
For Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine (CGCA), or Urban CGC (CGCU). If you are not sure which test you need, I can help.
Title Day = pick a time slot on one of my scheduled testing dates. Private = we schedule a testing appointment just for you.
Video • Available anywhere
Send a video for an AKC Trick Dog evaluation. Novice through Elite Performer levels are available.
Training + test
Not sure your dog can pass CGC yet? We can work through the skills first, then test when you are ready.
Also available
Puppy or Adult evaluation completed by video from home.
$25 / title
A future 6-week puppy class with the S.T.A.R. Puppy test at the end.
Interest list open
Not sure?
Tell me what your dog can already do and what title you have heard about. I will point you toward the right test, evaluation, or training option.
CGC can also make the Novice Trick Dog pathway easier. If you want to keep building fun skills after CGC, trick training is a great next step.
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