AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Testing in NJ
Train and test with an official AKC evaluator.
Major K-9 is an official AKC evaluator — you can prep AND test in one place. We offer the full AKC title ladder: S.T.A.R. Puppy, Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine (CGCA), Urban Canine (CGCU), plus AKC Temperament Testing. A CGC title is the gateway to therapy dog work and a widely recognized proof of a well-mannered dog.
CGC Prep & Testing
Structured prep on all 10 test items, then official testing on-site — no hunting for a separate evaluator.
S.T.A.R. Puppy
The AKC's puppy program: socialization, training, activity and responsibility. Your pup's first title.
CGCA & CGCU
Community Canine and Urban Canine — advanced titles proofed in real public settings.
AKC Temperament Test
Official ATT evaluation of your dog's stability across social, sound, surface and stimulus challenges.
AKC Certifications FAQs
What is on the CGC test?
Ten items: accepting a friendly stranger, sitting politely for petting, grooming, loose-leash walk, walking through a crowd, sit/down/stay, coming when called, reaction to another dog, reaction to distraction, and supervised separation.
How do I get my dog CGC certified in NJ?
Train the 10 test items, then pass an evaluation with an AKC-approved evaluator. Major K-9 offers both the prep course and official testing in South Jersey, so you can do the whole process in one program.
Does a CGC title help with insurance or housing?
Many landlords and some insurers view a CGC title favorably as documented proof of training and temperament. It's also the standard prerequisite for most therapy dog organizations.