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🏅 AKC CGC Prep & Evaluation
Built for handlers who want real-world obedience, calm control, and a dog that can pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen test with confidence. No shortcuts. No chaos. Just clear communication and proofed behaviors.
What You’ll Learn
- Loose-leash walking with focus and neutrality
- Polite greetings with strangers
- Reliable Sit, Down, Stay, and Recall
- Handling distractions calmly and confidently
- Building engagement without constant treats
- Handler mechanics for clean AKC test execution
- How to proof behaviors for real-life environments
Format & Schedule
- 4-week prep course + AKC CGC evaluation
- Weekly structured sessions (≈75–90 min)
- Small group for focused coaching
- Real-world distraction setups
- Homework drills to lock in reliability
- Location: Bassett (indoor/outdoor rotation)
Tuition & Requirements
- Tuition: $249 (includes AKC evaluation)
- Equipment: flat collar or martingale, 6 ft leash
- Bring: high-value rewards
- Dog must be non-aggressive toward people & dogs
- Vaccinations per AKC guidelines
Dogs needing more foundational work may be better suited for our Handler Coaching or Obedience Reset programs. We’ll help you choose correctly.
Limited spots to ensure clean evaluations.
January AKC CGC Prep & Testing
Puppy Starter — Live-In Board & Train (3 Weeks)
Faster results with real-world reps. We train, then coach you for a smooth hand-off at home.
- • Sit • Down • Come • Place • Leash manners
- • Daily training blocks + updates
- • Week 3: owner coaching & transition
Our Programs
Dog Training Programs
Obedience & Manners Training
Build real-world skills through structure, clarity, and confident communication. From leash manners to advanced obedience — this is your dog's foundation.
Behavior & Reactivity Rehabilitation
For dogs struggling with fear, frustration, or overarousal. We focus on calm leadership, controlled exposure, and rebuilding confidence safely.
Specialized Working Skills
Scent detection, tracking, off-leash reliability, and advanced challenge work. Perfect for dogs who need more than basic training.
Puppy Development & Early Learning
Early socialization, crate/potty habits, and beginner obedience. Start your pup strong and build healthy lifelong behaviors from day one.
Handler Coaching & Education
Learn to read your dog’s behavior, communicate clearly, and handle real-world situations. These classes empower YOU as the leader.
Service & Therapy Dog Programs
Structured training for therapy, emotional support, and service prospects. Confidence, obedience, and ethical task training done right.
Certifications
Standards First. Results Always.
AKC CGC Evaluator
Public manners & neutrality
Dog & Cat CPR / First Aid
Emergency response & safety care
Handler Coaching
Timing, mechanics, structure
Continued Education
Always refining systems
Certifications matter — but they’re the floor, not the finish line. They show that we train ethically, follow professional standards, and stay accountable. What actually sets us apart is how those standards are applied in real life: your neighborhood, your dog, your distractions. No cookie-cutter drills. No shortcuts. Just clear communication, calm leadership, and repeatable results.
Our Philosophy
Calm, Clear Communication
Training doesn’t fail because you don’t care. It fails when love replaces structure.
✅ Dogs aren’t broken
Behavior is communication.
✅ Clarity creates calm
Structure builds safety.
✅ Authority without force
Calm leadership, not intimidation.
Not “friendly.” Stable. Confident. Controllable.
Our Philosophy
Calm, Clear Communication — Built for Real Life
Dog training doesn’t fail because people don’t care. It fails because love without structure creates confusion.
What We Stand For
- Dogs aren’t broken. Behavior is communication.
- Clarity creates calm. Avoidance creates chaos.
- Authority without force. Calm leadership wins.
- No shortcuts. Systems beat hacks.
- Handlers matter. Dogs follow leadership.
Our Approach
- • Neutral exposure over forced socialization
- • Regulation before obedience
- • Distance before interaction
- • Real-world reps, not staged drills
Program Breakdown
Intensive board and train program ›
Transform your dog's behavior with Love and Routine!
Customized training plans ›
Tailored strategies for every dog’s unique needs.
Behavioral modification ›
Address and correct unwanted behavior effectively.
Our Training Process
What to Expect
Intensive training sessions
Transform your dog’s behavior with our focused training sessions.
Client updates
Stay informed with our weekly updates on your dog’s progress.
Specialized routines for anxious dogs
Tailored routines help anxious dogs build confidence and thrive.
Graduation preparation
Prepare your dog for graduation with real-world training scenarios.
🏆 Our Signature Packages
Your dog lives with us for total transformation.
- Daily on-site training + structured rest
- E-collar conditioning (low-stress, clear communication)
- Obedience, off-leash skills, and advanced focus
- Weekly progress check-ins and lifetime guidance
🗓️ Program Length: 4 Weeks
📍 Dog boards full-time
✅ Great for: Off-leash goals, reactivity, total resets
Fast-track foundational skills in a week or less.
- Drop-off training Mon–Fri (no boarding)
- Basic commands, leash walking, intro to structure
- Clicker and marker training
- Owner coaching session included
🗓️ Program Length: 3–5 Days
📍 Daily drop-off
✅ Great for: New adoptees, leash issues, first-time trainers
Prices subject to change. Deposits may be required to hold dates. Taxes/gear not included.
Partner With Us
We’re proud to work alongside passionate pet professionals. Let’s grow together.
Groomers
Offer clients behavior-ready pets by referring them to our training programs. In return, your grooming business gets cross-promotion and exclusive perks.
Veterinarians
Help pet parents build wellness and behavioral harmony. We send our clients to trusted local vets who believe in gentle handling and expert care.
Dog Walkers
We connect with skilled walkers who know how to handle well-trained dogs. We refer clients post-program, helping boost your bookings and trust.
Pet Sitters
We love sitters who align with our calm, structured approach. Offer your services to our community of responsible pet owners.