
Gold Ridge
Cognitive Canines






Evaluation Services
AKC Evaluations
We proudly offer a variety of official American Kennel Club evaluations, including:
• Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
• Advanced CGC (CGCA)
• Urban CGC (CGCU)
• Trick Dog Titles
• Virtual Home Manners
Therapy & Service Dog Evaluations (Public Access Test)
We evaluate both puppies and adult dogs for suitability in therapy and service work, assessing temperament, adaptability, confidence, and key task-related traits. Whether you're an owner, trainer, or organization, we’ll help you determine your dog’s potential for meaningful service.
Personality & Cognition Testing
Understanding your dog’s personality and cognitive profile is essential for training success and placement. Our tests explore learning style, motivation, focus, problem-solving skills, stress recovery, and emotional regulation—giving you a deeper picture of who your dog is and how they learn best.
Temperament & Litter Evaluations
For Breeders & Puppy Buyers
Our comprehensive temperament and personality testing helps match each puppy to the right home—whether it’s a pet, working dog, or breeding prospect. Based on methods developed by Dr. Bonnie Bergin and Guide Dogs for the Blind, our evaluations are rooted in science, experience, and deep observation.
We offer:
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Litter temperament testing (starting as early as 7 weeks)
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Puppy personality profiling
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Breeding evaluations
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Ongoing whelping-box observations upon request
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Selection support for service, therapy, police, or working candidates
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Matching support for family dogs or sport homes
Each puppy is assessed for:
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Learning ability & drive
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Focus & resilience
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Stress threshold & recovery
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Social engagement
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Forgiveness & adaptability
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Problem-solving skills
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Affection level and environmental confidence
These evaluations help ensure that each dog is set up for success in the right home and the right role.
Choosing the Right Dog for Your Needs
Whether you’re selecting a family pet, sport dog, or working partner, our temperament testing provides the clarity you need to make the best match. We also offer evaluations for older puppies and adult dogs—ideal for rescues or re-homing situations.
Let us help you start your journey with the right dog—on purpose, with purpose.