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Sit Means Sit Dog Training

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.8/5· 269 Google reviews

About Sit Means Sit Dog Training

Sit Means Sit provides professional dog and puppy obedience training in Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest, and surrounding North Carolina areas. Raleigh's Premiere Dog Training Center. Sit Means Sit trains basic and advanced level training. Any Dog, Any Age, Any Problem. We are the Triangle's #1 source for Off-Leash Obedience Training. Whether you just want your dog to listen a little better around the house or you have anxiety or aggression issues, Sit Means Sit can help. We use advancements in technology to teach our remote Attention Based Training system. We use a balanced approach to training your dog to become a Happy, Confident, and Obedient pup!

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
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  • House training
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  • Leash training
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  • Obedience training
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  • Puppy training
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    Puppies must be 9 – 15 weeks old at the start of the class. Classes cover: Leash Training, Potty Training, Door Manners, How to prevent Nipping, Jumping and Chewing, Routines/Schedules, Vet Visits and overall Health.

  • Recall training
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Behavior support

  • Aggression training
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  • Fear and confidence
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  • Reactivity training Customer-reported
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How training happens

  • Board and train
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  • Day training
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  • Group classes
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    We follow up the Jump Start Program and Private Lessons with Group Classes. Group Classes are a great way to get your dog socialized around other dogs and people; also they are a great way to continue your training. We all learn from each other!

  • In-home training
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  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
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  • Private training
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    Our Private Lessons are specifically geared for the family who wants to be personally and directly involved in the success of their dog’s training. We offer Private In-Home Lessons as well as Private Facility Lessons.

Dog age

  • Puppies
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Training level

  • Beginner training
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Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support Customer-reported
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Assistance and working dogs

  • Hunting dog training
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Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs
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Additional services

  • Boarding
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Consultations

  • Free consultation
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Other listed services

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  • Transformation Academy
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    Our most popular program is our Transformation Academy. When your dog is enrolled into one of our Board and Trains Programs, we do all the hard work for you. Depending on which program is the right fit for you, your dog will come with us and go attend one of our highly successful Academy Courses.

  • Anxiety Seminar
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    Having anxiety problems with your dog? Come join us for a 2-hour Non-Dog Seminar where we will be presenting a unique perspective on anxiety in dogs. Discover how to build confidence in your dog in a way that you have never heard before.

  • Complete Training
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  • Consultation And Demonstration
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  • Day Train
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  • Dog Training School
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  • Day Program
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  • Dog Handling
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  • Dog Training Equipment
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  • Dog Training Events
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  • Electronic Collars
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  • Initial Training
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  • Owner Training
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  • Specific Training
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  • Training Collar
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  • Training Course
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  • Training Facility
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  • Working Dog
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Questions & answers

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What are the prices?

Call them or email them. They do free consultations to see what you need and advise you from there on which one to choose. They're super helpful and nice! Definitely worth the money. There is a couple of different options.

Community answer · Hunter Jackson · 2021-09-21

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What is your most popular training option?

Our most popular option is our Transformation Academy. Your dog will stay with us for 10 to 21 days, where our trainers will work with them daily to fast track your dog's training.

Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training · 2021-09-21

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Customer reviews

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4.8
out of 5269 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • group classes 24
  • day boarding 12
  • board and train program 9
  • private lessons 6
  • leash pulling 5
  • day train option 3
All 10 topics
  • dog behavior transformation 3
  • reactivity issues 3
  • follow up training 2
  • lifetime group classes 2

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100 collected reviews

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Megan Hanna
5/5
When I first adopted my puppy, I researched many dog training companies in Raleigh and I’m so glad we went with Sit Means Sit! Between the onsite training and ongoing group classes, Rufus keeps getting better and better. We bring him to work most days and people are constantly co…Read full reviewClose full review

When I first adopted my puppy, I researched many dog training companies in Raleigh and I’m so glad we went with Sit Means Sit! Between the onsite training and ongoing group classes, Rufus keeps getting better and better. We bring him to work most days and people are constantly commenting on how well-behaved he is. He is great on a leash, an angel at the groomer, and great with people and other dogs. I highly recommend sit means sit!

Chris Greebe
5/5

Stagg came in early on and off rip the staff was extremely helpful. From the individual lessons to group training class he has walked out a more confident and well mannered dog. We are in disbelief with how well this class has been and highly recommend this class to anyone. I am very glad I found this place and if you’re uncertain of where to bring your dog like I was you found the place!

Emily Prince
5/5
I wasn’t sure where to begin when I first moved to North Carolina with my extremely reactive one-year-old German Shepherd. I searched everywhere for a training facility that matched the style I was looking for—one that used tools and offered more than just “positive only” methods…Read full reviewClose full review

I wasn’t sure where to begin when I first moved to North Carolina with my extremely reactive one-year-old German Shepherd. I searched everywhere for a training facility that matched the style I was looking for—one that used tools and offered more than just “positive only” methods. After a lot of frustration, I finally discovered Sit Means Sit. I went in for a free consultation with no expectations, but choosing them turned out to be the best decision I’ve made for my dog and myself. Their program isn’t just about training the dog—it’s about teaching the owner how to work with their dog effectively. After just a few months of weekly sessions, my GSD, Zara, can now calmly work around a busy dog park full of barking and distractions. When I faced challenges at home, the owner even came to my house to help me directly. That’s what sets this facility apart: they don’t just hand you back a “trained dog,” they teach you how to handle real-life situations and resolve issues together. Training isn’t cheap, but if you’re willing to put in the effort and truly want change, the results are absolutely worth it. I’m often stopped by people asking, “Who’s your trainer? How did you get her so well-behaved?” and I proudly answer, Sit Means Sit. If you’re hesitant about working with a trainer, take the leap—you’ll be glad you did. It’s an investment of time and effort that pays off in ways you’ll appreciate every single day.

Ashley Cooper
5/5
The staff is amazing!!! They worked with fur baby one on one and now we just started our Group classes. Sit Means Sit is the best thing that could have happened to my fur baby & I. I leaned a lot about my fur baby during the consultation; she was very energetic, curious, anxiety …Read full reviewClose full review

The staff is amazing!!! They worked with fur baby one on one and now we just started our Group classes. Sit Means Sit is the best thing that could have happened to my fur baby & I. I leaned a lot about my fur baby during the consultation; she was very energetic, curious, anxiety & consistently barked. The first day of my fur baby one on one I was so surprised that she stopped barking. My fur baby anxiety has gotten much better. She really loves going here & my fur baby always knows when we are pulling up. I’m so helpful for the staff everyone is very friendly & all are welling to step in and help. This place is amazing & I'm glad I choose Sit Means Sit for my fur baby to train.

Aimee Ambielli
5/5
I chose Sit Means Sit because they accepted small breeds into their boarding training program. Pebbles the pug was in the program when she was an 8 month old puppy. In 2 weeks I could NOT believe the transformation. I’ve had pugs in the past and do know their temperament…She’s a …Read full reviewClose full review

I chose Sit Means Sit because they accepted small breeds into their boarding training program. Pebbles the pug was in the program when she was an 8 month old puppy. In 2 weeks I could NOT believe the transformation. I’ve had pugs in the past and do know their temperament…She’s a completely different dog. Sit means sit techniques completely worked and it has made puppyhood so much more enjoyable Thank you Drew Ansley

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