Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Portland

I adopted my pup, Beckett, in April of 2025 after seeing him on Petfinder and falling in love. He was an ex street dog with a goofy grin, happy eyes, and mismatched ears. When he got to me, it was clear I had my work cut out for me. Beckett didn't know basic commands. He didn't respond to his new name (or any name, really). Despite his sweet and loving personality, Beckett was hyperactive, leash reactive with other dogs, and frankly a bit overwhelming. Despite loving this dog, I felt like I was drowning. Then Sit Means Sit came into the picture. Sit Means Sit turned my adorable tornado of fuzzy chaos into a (still adorable and energetic) dog that understood me. Where there was a complete disconnect before when it came to commands, it was as if Sit Means Sit was Beckett's lightbulb moment. He started understanding commands left and right. He became more focused, eager to learn, and confident. I can't thank Sit Means Sit enough for everything they've taught my sweet pup.

There's a reason Sit Means Sit Portland gets all the 5 Star reviews - they're that good. I'm doing training with my 4-year old, 15lb rescue dog. The program is all about helping dogs live their best life, whether that's travel or off-leash hikes or restaurant patio dinners or better behavior at home, or all of the above! We worked with Kaylee for our 4-day intensive program and always felt so supported. The program is completely customized and emphasizes a harmonious partnership with your dog, so while it's an investment, the value is crystal clear once you start the program.

We have a very anxious puppy - partly due to us not socializing him enough when young and partly it just seems to be his personality. Anyways, we were at our wits end trying to help him get enough confidence not to bark at random noises and things as well as be confident on walks instead of paralyzed with fear. From the initial consultation to the ongoing 1:1 lessons, Sit Means Sit has been well worth the money paid. While our dog is still working through his anxieties and fears, SmS gave him the foundation for success and us the tools to continue to work with him. The added bonus is the additional lessons which are included. We have been working with Matt who has been training our dog Otis since the initial consultation. Matt is a patient instructor who definitely knows and understands dogs, as well as how to instruct us on how to work with our dog. The whole program has been a saving grace - we can walk with Otis loose leash now and he seems happier now. The continued lessons with Matt have been a beacon when we have come across struggles - reminding us of the tools and tricks that work. Sit Means Sit was a great program and Matt in particular has been a fantastic instructor help us along the way!