Canine Good Citizen Class

 We are so excited about our new Canine Good Citizen 8-week training program.

Ready to build a better relationship with your dog while teaching real-life manners and obedience skills? Join our 8-Week Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Class designed to help dogs become confident, polite companions at home and in public.

The AKC Canine Good Citizen program is recognized as the “gold standard” for dog behavior and focuses on 10 essential skills for everyday life.

What Your Dog Will Learn:

Loose leash walking
Sit, down, stay & recall
Calm greetings with people (no jumping)
Confidence around distractions (focus and attention)
Polite behavior around other dogs
Real-world manners & focus

Program Includes:

8 Weekly Group Classes
Force Free Training
Real-Life Practice Scenarios
Mock Evaluations & Test Prep
CGC Evaluation Opportunity
Prep work to join the Elite Canine's Comfort Dogs Team 

Perfect For:
Family dogs
Newly adopted dogs
Dogs preparing for therapy work
Owners wanting better public manners
Dogs needing confidence and focus around distractions

All social dogs welcome. No prior training needed. All ages. Dogs under a year will also be entered into the S.T.A.R. Puppy Program which will run consecutively with the CGC Class.
Payment plans will be available. Call us for more details.

Location: Forsyth Humane Society
Start Date: June 18, 2026
Class Time: 7pm
Limited spots available for personalized coaching!
Train together. Grow together. Become a Canine Good Citizen.