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Service Dog

Starting at $206

We do not certify Service dogs directly, but we have trained a lot of candidates and helped them move on to bigger and better things! If you have a pup you think would be a good candidate, or perhaps you want to brush up on some common practices, please call us and schedule an evaluation so we can make sure you get everything you need!

• Private Class Environment.
• Task Oriented Jobs.
• Strengthens bond at home and in community.
• Simulated distractions and events.
• Varying length of training.

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Canine Good Citizen - CGC

Starting at $181

Not only does training create long-lasting trust between you and your pup, but also ensures you’ll be good neighbors and friends to everyone around you. If you’re interested in going beyond the basics, CGC also lays the foundation for other AKC sports and activities like obedience, agility, tracking, and performance events.

• Must have an AKC number of one of 3 types: AKC Registrations number, PAL number, or AKC Canine Partners number.
• 10-skill training program.
• Strengthens bond at home and in community.
• Simulated distractions and events.

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Canine Good Citizen: Urban

$52

AKC Urban CGC requires that the dog demonstrate CGC skills and beyond in an “urban” setting. As with Canine Good Citizen, AKC Urban CGC has a 10-step test of skills that dogs must pass to earn the official AKC Urban CGC title. This is a title that appears on the dog’s title record at AKC.

• All ages.
• Must have registered and completed the AKC CGC program.
• Must have an AKC number of one of 3 types: AKC Registrations number, PAL number, or AKC Canine Partners number.
• All tests are done in real situations (no simulations.)
• All tests to be performed around cars, streets, noises and distrations.
• Dogs must pass all 10 items.
• 1 hour course.

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AKC Community Canine

$52

AKC Community Canine℠ is the advanced level of the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Program. Dogs who pass the AKC Community Canine test earn the official AKC Community Canine title that is designated by the letters “CGCA” (Advanced CGC) on the dog’s title record. Whereas Canine Good Citizen tests are most often tested in a ring and situations are simulated (e.g., 3 helpers serve as a “crowd”), the AKC Community Canine test is done in real situations including at shows, classes, and in the community.

• There is no age limit for dogs taking the AKC Community Canine test. However, before taking the test, dogs must have a Canine Good Citizen test on record at AKC.
• Must have registered and completed the AKC CGC program.
• Must have an AKC number of one of 3 types: AKC Registrations number, PAL number, or AKC Canine Partners number.
• All tests are done in real situations (no simulations.)
• All tests to be performed around cars, streets, noises and distrations.
• Handlers are not permitted to use food as a reward during the AKC Community Canine Test. While we recognize that food can be an effective reinforcer during training, it should not be used in the test. As with CGC, the purpose of the AKC Community Canine test is to determine if the dog relates to the owner and if it can be controlled without food.
• Dogs must pass all 10 items.
• 1 hour course.

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AKC Fit Dog

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Now more than ever, fitness is important for both dogs and people. The most recommended exercise to improve fitness is walking. Walking is considered a safe activity that improves muscular strength, circulation, memory, weight loss, increases energy, helps with sleep, and reduces stress. The American Heart Association recommends walking a minimum of 150 minutes per week. Participation in the AKC FIT DOG program will bring health benefits to both you and your dog.

• Walked at least 30 minutes 5 times per week for a total of at least 150 minutes per week for at least 3 months. For dogs and people in good shape.
• Walked at least 15 minutes per session at least 10 times per week (e.g., two 15-min walks per day) for at least 3 months. For dogs or people who would benefit from a walk that is a shorter duration, e.g., senior dogs.

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AKC Virtual Home Manners

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Virtual Home Manners (VHM) is the answer when you want to train your dog at home. When you get a puppy or new adult dog, Virtual Home Manners can get you started on practical skills before you attend a training class.

The evaluation of a dog’s ability to perform ten home manners skills will be done by a video recording. Two levels of Home Manners will be offered – Virtual Home Manners Puppy (VHMP) and Virtual Home Manners Adult (VHMA). Dogs that pass the tests will be awarded these titles.

The Virtual Home Manners tests assess ten skills that well-mannered pet dogs need in the home setting. The skills relate to the dog owner having control over the dog, being able to walk the dog (which is one of the most frequently cited activities that owners want to do with their dogs) and developing a bond with the dog during playtime. Check out the “How to Train” VHM training videos to get started.