AKC Canine Good Citizen Training at Dogtown Bakery Class begins Sunday, 7/12/2026, 6 week course Level 1: 1pm-2pm Level 2: 2pm-3pm Level 3: 3pm-4pm Our CGC program is offered in three progressive levels—Puppy Foundations (Level 1) CGC Prep (Level 2), and Advanced CGC (Level 3)—each designed to build confidence, communication, and real‑world manners in a calm, controlled environment with expert handler/trainer, Jonathon Simon of Simon Says Dog Training. Across all levels, handlers learn how to: Read and respond to canine body language Support their dog through new environments and distractions Anticipate behavior and set their dog up for success Use gentle, reward‑based cues without force or coercion Maintain engagement while interacting with people, dogs, and the environment Advocate for their dog’s safety, comfort, and emotional well‑being Level 1: Puppy Foundations A warm introduction to manners, socialization, confidence‑building, and early handler skills. Perfect for puppies or newly adopted dogs learning the basics. Level 2: CGC Prep Focused training for the 10 AKC CGC test items—loose‑leash walking, polite greetings, calm behavior around other dogs, and reliable obedience in public settings. Level 3: Advanced CGC For dogs ready to take their skills into real‑world environments. This level strengthens impulse control, neutrality, and handler‑dog communication in higher‑distraction scenarios. Why CGC Training Matters CGC training builds a dog who is confident, polite, and predictable, and a handler who is skilled, calm, and in sync with their dog. It’s an excellent foundation for therapy work, service‑dog pathways, advanced obedience, or simply creating a beautifully mannered family companion.
