Sit Means Sit Dog Training Philadelphia offers expert-led dog and puppy training for all breeds and behavior levels across Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester, and Bucks Counties. Whether you need basic obedience, behavior modification, service dog training, or board and train programs, our customized, science-based approach delivers real results. From puppy training classes to off-leash obedience, we help dogs become confident and well-mannered companions. Serving Philadelphia, Bala Cynwyd, Bryn Mawr, King of Prussia, Cherry Hill, and beyond. Schedule your free evaluation today!
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
During our boarding program, our professional dog trainers will have your dog stay at our training location while we consistently work with him/her to achieve off-leash obedience
Day training
Group classes
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private trainingProgram details
In our private training programs you will work side by side with our trainers on a weekly basis to teach and constantly improve the obedience and dog-to-handler relationship. After we take the time to guide and teach individual commands we will go on to build more positive habits and condition specific responses from your dog. Private training requires the handler to work diligently on training in-between sessions. This option will also include group training classes.
Dog age
PuppiesProgram details
The first two months of your puppy’s life are crucial to your dogs social development and growth.Let us help guide you to ensure your dog is well mannered, confident, and happy. We cover a wide range of topics including potty training, crate training, luring, socialization, and confidence building exercises. We also begin basic foundation for obedience with marker training.
Training level
Advanced obedience
Advanced training
Beginner trainingCustomer-reported
Support between sessions
Follow-up support
Homework and practice
Refresher training
Assistance and working dogs
Hunting dog training
Protection training
Therapy dog training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Training approach
E-collar training
Additional services
Boarding
Daycare
Consultations
Free consultation
Other listed services
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Basic Commands
Customized Training
Day TrainProgram details
Don’t want to leave your pup with us overnight but still want the benefits of professional training? Our Day Train program might be a perfect fit! Day Train consists of 3 weekly training sessions. Your dog gets dropped off in the morning and picked up in the evening after their training session. After each session you will meet with a trainer and go over what was covered that day. Our trainer will assign homework and tell you what needs to be practiced before their next session. Once your pup has completed Day Train, they can participate in our Group Classes!
Dog First Aid
Dog Handling
Dog Park
Dog Training Evaluation
Free Training Consultation
Home Lessons
Leash Reactive
Private Dog Program
Protection Sports
Pup Training
Training School
Training Trainers
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Questions & answers
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What people have asked about this business.
Do you offer group training classes?
Yes! Once your dog has completed one of our individual training programs, they can join us in Group Class!
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Philadelphia · 2021-09-21
5/5Can’t say enough good things about Sit Means Sit Philadelphia! We felt at ease on day 1 taking Benson there for his training! Liz, Ava and Gemini did such an amazing job laying the groundwork for his training and making sure we felt comfortable with what Benson was learning so we…Read full reviewClose full review
Can’t say enough good things about Sit Means Sit Philadelphia! We felt at ease on day 1 taking Benson there for his training! Liz, Ava and Gemini did such an amazing job laying the groundwork for his training and making sure we felt comfortable with what Benson was learning so we could effectively practice with him at home. I’m excited to see what an even more good boy Benson becomes as we continue his training and practice! Thank you Sit Means Sit Philly!
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Madra Clay
5/5
Just learned a few new things today. Great time.
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Natalie Hartman
5/5
Ava and Gemini did so well training our dog Ebbie! They were so patient with us and helpful. Ebbie is so much more relaxed and well behaved. 10/10 recommend!!
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Mary M
5/5We’ve had such a wonderful experience working with Ava at Sit Means Sit! She has been amazing with our dog, Lola — patient, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. Lola has made great progress with her training thanks to Ava’s guidance and care.
We recently boarded Lola whil…Read full reviewClose full review
We’ve had such a wonderful experience working with Ava at Sit Means Sit! She has been amazing with our dog, Lola — patient, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. Lola has made great progress with her training thanks to Ava’s guidance and care.
We recently boarded Lola while we were on vacation, and it gave us such peace of mind knowing she was in loving, capable hands. Ava went above and beyond to make sure Lola felt safe and happy — we could tell she was well cared for and truly loved.
I highly recommend Ava to anyone looking for a skilled trainer who truly connects with dogs. Thank you, Ava, for everything you’ve done for our girl, Lola!
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Natalie Hutnick
5/5
SMS was great. We have had multiple dogs in the past and I would consider myself knowledgeable about dog training but was over my head with our feisty frenchy. They did a great job training our dog, as well as giving me a lot of tools and guidance on how to manage her. We had Ava and Liz who I would highly recommend. They were very patient, positive and knowledgable.
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