Evaluations
Evaluations - $20/test
Have you completed the training necessary for a title and are looking to take the test?
We would love to connect you with an evaluator and help you reach your training goals!
Not quite ready for the test? Reach out and we can set up a mock evaluation or prep session.
~ Travel Charge:
Mann's Best Friends is proud to serve the Des Moines Metro area and Central Iowa. We do charge an additional $10/day for any service located more than 20 miles away from our location.
AKC
Canine Good Citizen
Earn your CGC title
This foundational set of skills is a great place to start your training goals and advance your relationship.
Learn more about the ten skills on the CGC test here.
AKC
Trick Dog
Earn your TKN, TKI, TKA, TKP, and TKE titles
Teaching your dog skills is more than just a party trick. Starting out this process is a great way to build relationship, teach your dog how to learn, and have a ton of fun! (and admittedly it is good for parties)
Learn more about the Trick Dog program here.
AKC Community Canine
Earn your CGCA title
The AKC Community Canine program, or Advanced Canine Good Citizen, is a great goal to keep up your training after CGC and generalize it to new places.
Learn more about the Community Canine program here.
AKC
Urban CGC
Earn your CGCU title
The Urban Canine Good Citizen is exactly what it sounds like, taking the foundational skills out into the world. This is a great next step for those who have already completed their CGC.
Learn more about the Urban CGC program here.
AKC
Star Puppy
Earn your S.T.A.R title
Star Puppy is fabulous way to start the new pup you just brought home. The program focuses on prioritizing early socialization, training, and fun to build a strong foundation. This class and test pair are available for dogs under 6 months.
Check our Group Class listings for the next available session.
Learn more about the STAR Puppy program here..