Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin is your go-to destination for expert Obedience Training, Board and Train programs, and Puppy Training in the heart of Austin, TX. Located at 8222 N. Lamar Blvd, we specialize in transforming canine behavior, offering tailored solutions for dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments. With over 12 years of experience, our professional trainers focus on building stronger bonds between pets and owners through comprehensive training programs, including Dog Obedience School and behavior modification for issues like aggression and anxiety. Schedule your free consultation today and discover why we're Austin's trusted choice for top-notch dog training.
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Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparationProgram details
Prepare your dog for the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) or Urban Canine Good Citizen test in one of our Training Programs and/or come in for testing to receive your Canine Good Citizen (GCG)!
Crate training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall training
Behavior support
Aggression training
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and train
Day trainingProgram details
Like the idea of having someone initially train your dog and do some of the training yourself so you become a more experienced pet parent? That is what the Day Camp training is about! This is our most popular option and the one where we find the most consistent long term success.
Group classesProgram details
After your Private Lessons, Day Camp Training or Board & Train Program, enjoy ongoing training, help and challenges with Group Classes!
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private trainingProgram details
Private Lesson programs are designed for the family that wants to be directly involved and personally responsible for the success of their dog’s training. In this option, you meet with a trainer for sessions in a variety of locations where you want to help with your dog’s behavior in that situation.
Dog age
Puppies
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Advanced training
Beginner training
Assistance and working dogs
Hunting dog training
Protection training
Therapy dog trainingProgram details
Caring Angels Therapy Dogs are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to placing well trained certified therapy dog teams in programs that provide comfort and caring through a canine-human bond.
This is a fitness conditioning class for dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds. The goal of this class is to provide you with exercises and activities designed to keep your dog in optimal shape and physical health.
Community Canine
Day Camp
Day Camp Training
Day Camps
Day Train
Dog Handling
Dog Running
Dog Training Consultation
Dog Training Equipment
Dog Training Events
Dog Training School
Dog's Aggressive
Dogs Retriever
Immersion Program
Immersion Training
Individual Classes
Initial Training
Level Training
Life Training
Owner Training
Show Classes
Show Trainer
Speciality Class
Training Collar
Training Course
Training Options
Training Program
Training Programs
Walking On Leash
Week Training
Week Training Course
Working Dog
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Questions & answers
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What people have asked about this business.
Do you do in home training?
While all the training we provide is meant to be applicable in your home or any other environment, the majority of our training appointments take place at one of our two training facilities in Austin.
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin · 2023-09-21
After offering Board & Train programs for many years, we discontinued those programs in lieu of more owner-involved options. We found that dogs and their humans saw greater long-term success when they trained together, rather than having the dog train on their own and making the owner play catch-up. Our Day Camp program is an excellent alternative to a Board & Train because while our trainers still get plenty of time to work with your pup, you get your dog back at the end of each day and can begin implementing your dog's new training in your home right from the start. This will help to avoid confusion for your dog and allow you an amazing bonding experience of learning together alongside your pup.
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin · 2023-09-21
We will teach all dogs we work with an array of foundational skills such as following commands, leash walking, and energy management, but really our training is customized around your specific goals. We can help with anything from puppy training, through basic obedience, and up to helping manage high levels of aggression or reactivity.
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin · 2023-09-21
Sit Means Sit Austin offers different types of training models with a variety of programs within each model. Each program is tweaked to the specific needs of your dog, your family, and your circumstances.
We offer:
Day Camp Day Training Programs
Private Lessons
Group Classes
Puppy Training / Housebreaking
Your success is ensured with our results-oriented year-round support, including lifetime phone consulting. This means we truly are your dog’s lifelong trainers!
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin · 2023-09-21
What guarantees do you offer regarding my dog being trained?
A guarantee of completion or success is impossible to provide when we are talking about living, thinking creatures. Your dog is not a robot, they have their own unique personality along with a life full of their own, personal experiences, as do you - their human! With that being said, what we can guarantee is that we will provide you with the tools, education, and support needed to ensure your dog can be successful in training. How long it takes will depend on several factors such as how consistent you are, what type of program you sign up for, etc, but we also promise to be there every step of the way with guidance and confidence that you'll be happy with your progress and results!
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin · 2023-09-21
What is the consultation and do I have to schedule one?
The consultation is a free appointment to meet with one of our trainers and learn about what we have to offer. While not strictly necessary in most cases, it is highly recommended to schedule one so we can explain the details of how our training will work for your pup. It will also give you an opportunity to see our facility, learn about our Sit Means Sit training philosophy, and work with a trainer to put together a program designed around your specific goals. We want to make sure we're the perfect fit for your dog before you commit to anything.
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin · 2023-09-21
The Sit Means Sit collar is a micro stim modality that is very similar to the micro stim units used in the medical and athletic fields. These micro stim units essentially use low-level, adjustable electronic stimulation to create a muscle contraction. In the medical field, they are used as aids to help alleviate pain, promote blood circulation and induce healing. For our SMS collar, an adjustable micro stim signal is manually sent from a remote, which translates into a “tap” delivered to the Sit Means Sit Collar. This tap starts at such a low level that it is often imperceptive to people. This signal from the Sit Means Sit collar is also adjustable in the same way that your voice is, and is completely controlled by you, the handler.
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin · 2023-09-21
The unique Sit Means Sit training model uses Attention-Based Training to modify behaviors and teach dogs new skills and proper manners. This approach to training allows our Sit Means Sit Austin trainers to use a variety of attention-based modalities such as leashes, flat collars, food, toys, and our patented Sit Means Sit Collar.
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin · 2023-09-21
Our training programs vary considerably from dog to dog and depending on your training goals and your lifestyle. They vary both in the structure and layout of our programs, as well as in the cost and duration of the training.
Each of our training programs is custom-tailored to your specific needs. To build you the right training package, we evaluate factors such as your dog’s age, temperament, previous training, your lifestyle, as well as your desired goals. What will work for one dog and owner won’t necessarily fit well with another. Because of these factors, we offer a free consultation as an opportunity to meet with your family and your dog to gain insight into the unique circumstances that affect your dog’s training.
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Austin · 2023-09-21
Go to website & call. Best dog training ever!
Community answer · qweeny Hart · 2018-09-21
I would suggest going to their website or call them directly. Prices varies depending on the training you want.. also i would highly recommend this place
Community answer · LocalLens · 2018-09-21
It varies depending on the service, you can do board and trains, day trains, private sessions, or package deals for a year at a time with unlimited weekly and biweekly group sessions in that year. Been taking my pup for a few months, worth the money.
5/5I took my large Anatolian Sheppard Sit means Sit. I choose the recommended training and I am extremely impressed with the results. My dog is a completely different dog now. The team that worked with me was super knowledgeable and kind to us and our dog. Gerry was a natural !Supe…Read full reviewClose full review
I took my large Anatolian Sheppard Sit means Sit. I choose the recommended training and I am extremely impressed with the results. My dog is a completely different dog now. The team that worked with me was super knowledgeable and kind to us and our dog. Gerry was a natural !Super easy to work with and so paciente with the whole process. Colby showed so much kindness and knowledge with not only our dog but to all dogs around. I highly recommend this place if you truly need your dog to respond to commands. My runs with my two dogs are like night and day. Thank you Sit means Sit for making me a better and more knowledgeable dog mom.
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Amanda Underwood
5/5
Sit means sit is the best place to take your pup for training. My 3 year old German Shepherd ruled the house until I learned the skills from the trainers to live with my dog! He loves to go to "school" and work on his skills!
Colby is an excellent trainer. He works with you and your fur-baby to grasp the concepts. Highly recommend!
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Lachelle Lenz
5/5
Great experience. The first group class I went to was an advancement placing class so I felt uncomfortable and out of place since it had been a while since we had been finished with the one on one training. I just wish I would have know and I would not have scheduled for that date. But the next real group class I went to was great and I instantly saw progress with my dog. Thank you!!
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Allyson Williams
3/5After signing our pup up in 2022, we had to postpone due to she started having seizures. We got a 2nd pup and began training in 2023. Our pup did fine at facility in group training. Our issue is once home walking he lunges at other dogs & people. He’s not 2yrs old yet, but due to…Read full reviewClose full review
After signing our pup up in 2022, we had to postpone due to she started having seizures. We got a 2nd pup and began training in 2023. Our pup did fine at facility in group training. Our issue is once home walking he lunges at other dogs & people. He’s not 2yrs old yet, but due to his size, I’m unable to walk him comfortably. He came here already knowing how to sit & stay. He walks calm when nobody else is around. Not sure what to do? And it’s costly to pour more money into classes. Help‼️
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Becky Hayden
4/5
Everyone at Sit Means Sit have been very nice and very helpful. They make sure you understand that weeks homework before you leave for the week. They are patient and answers all your questions and I have seen a difference in my pets behavior after only 2 day camps.
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