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Sit Means Sit Dog Training South Orange County

San Juan Capistrano, California

5/5· 416 Google reviews

About Sit Means Sit Dog Training South Orange County

At Sit Means Sit South Orange County ("SOC") we specialize in off-leash training even around your dogs biggest distractions. You never know when your dog might get out the front door or slip out the back gate and that is when the training really counts. There’s no dog Sit Means Sit can’t train, from a 180-pound Mastiff to a 2-pound Chihuahua. We offer programs that fit any and all dogs…no matter the breed, age, size or personality, we have you covered! Through our free consultation, Sit Means Sit South Orange County will design a program to fit each dog and owner’s goals. Our trainers will come to you so they can see the everyday behaviors and work in your dogs environment.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Crate training
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
  • Recall training

Behavior support

  • Aggression training Customer-reported
  • Fear and confidence
  • Separation anxiety

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Group classes
    Program details

    Groups classes are extremely helpful in improving your dog’s social skills! Once completing one of our individual training programs, they will be able to partake in Group Classes where they will learn to handle severe distractions in an organized learning environment.

  • In-home training
  • Owner coaching
  • Pack walks
  • Private training
    Program details

    Our Private Lessons allow us to address your pup’s individual needs by learning from your own personal trainer. They can come to your home, local park, favorite trail, or even a shopping center to work around your dogs biggest distractions.

Dog age

  • Puppies
    Program details

    We have programs specifically designed for puppies! By teaching them the proper way to behave from the start it can prevent disobedient behaviors in the future. We help with main issues such as potty training, crate training, leash introduction, and chewing & biting issues.

Training level

  • Advanced obedience
  • Advanced training
  • Beginner training

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support

Assistance and working dogs

  • Hunting dog training
  • Protection training
  • Service dog training
  • Therapy dog training
    Program details

    Our dedicated team consists of Therapy Dogs, Service Dogs, and Handlers. Both canine and trainer work hard to earn each of their certifications so that they can give their best service to the community.

Dog sports

  • Agility
  • Trick training

Dog size

  • Small dogs

Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement

Additional services

  • Boarding
  • Daycare

Consultations

  • Free consultation

Other listed services

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  • 3-Week Training Course
  • Akc Community Canine
  • Day Program
  • Day Train
  • Dog Handling
  • Dog Sit
  • Dog Social
  • Dog Trainer 3
  • Dog Trainers School
  • Dog Training Evaluation
  • Dog Training Programs
  • Dog Training School
  • Dog Training Seminars
  • Dog's Social
  • Free Dog Training Evaluation
  • Free Training Consultation
  • Home Lessons
  • Initial Training
  • Jump Start
    Program details

    This program allows you to get the best of a fully immersed training program without having to send them away. Training would be completed in and around your home. And our professional trainers would come every day to teach your dog the manners they need, while you get to sit back & relax.

  • Jumpstart Program
  • K9 Handling
  • Leash Control
  • Level Training
  • Owner Training
  • Personal Trainer
  • Refresher Courses
  • Scent Detection
  • Training Course
  • Training Program
  • Training Trainers
  • Training Your Dog
  • Training Your Pup
  • Week Training
  • Working Dog

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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

Hi, my dog is older (4), can he still be trained?

Absolutely! The person who coined the saying you cannot teach an old dog new tricks- was just lazy! We train all ages!

Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training South Orange County · 2024-09-21

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Do you train service dogs for children with Autism?

We train the level of obedience need for service dogs but not the actual task work. We can guide and coach you on the task work.

Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training South Orange County · 2024-09-21

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How much does your dog training cost?

There are a number of factors that we evaluate prior to building a training package for you such as your dog’s age, temperament, previous training, as well as the desired goals of the owner. Because of these factors, we offer a free demonstration & consultation as an opportunity to meet with your family as well as your dog to gain insight into the unique circumstances that affect your dog’s training. If you are interested, give us a call at (949) 373‐5357

Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training South Orange County · 2021-09-21

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What types of programs do you offer?

We offer a variety of training programs to meet your dogs needs. From Private Training and Group Classes to Board and Train and Therapy Programs. If you would like to learn more, give us a call at (949) 373‐5357

Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training South Orange County · 2021-09-21

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How much do you charge just for leash training? I have a four year old border collie and she is well trained accept on a leash. She heals until she sees another dog and lunges after them. She has has sprained my hand trying to pull her.

We do not charge ala cart prices for commands. We have all inclusive packages that allow us to dig deep into your dogs reactivity and give you more than just a band aide.

Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training South Orange County · 2024-09-21

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Customer reviews

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5
out of 5416 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Group classes 46
  • Knowledgeable trainers 33
  • Board and train 22
  • Leash pulling 22
  • Patient trainers 15
  • Obedience training 14
All 10 topics
  • Reactive dog training 8
  • 10 day program 5
  • Jump start program 5
  • Puppy socialization 4

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100 collected reviews

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Madalyn Abejuela
5/5
I discovered Sit Means Sit through a Google search and scheduled a complimentary consultation. From that first meeting, I was immediately impressed. At the time, my puppy was just three months old, and we decided to move forward with the board-and-train program. The results have …Read full reviewClose full review

I discovered Sit Means Sit through a Google search and scheduled a complimentary consultation. From that first meeting, I was immediately impressed. At the time, my puppy was just three months old, and we decided to move forward with the board-and-train program. The results have been truly remarkable, he continues to impress us every single day. He has worked with all of the incredible trainers at Sit Means Sit, and it is clear how much he enjoys being there. The level of care and genuine compassion shown by the staff is immediately apparent and deeply meaningful to us. He is genuinely excited to see the trainers and eagerly looks forward to attending group classes each week. We truly cannot say enough positive things about this program. I’m often asked where he was trained, and I find myself enthusiastically recommending Sit Means Sit because of how well-mannered and confident he has become. The weekly group classes have also been such a highlight, we’ve become a part of a wonderful community and made many new friends along the way. We are so grateful for the care, consistency, and dedication this team provides.

T A
5/5
I sent my 1.5 year old dog to Sit Means Sit in San Juan Capistrano for a 12-day board & train. She was tough to walk & jumped on people & just had bad manners in general. She knew her commands but often acted as though she did not. The results have been incredible! She is a joy t…Read full reviewClose full review

I sent my 1.5 year old dog to Sit Means Sit in San Juan Capistrano for a 12-day board & train. She was tough to walk & jumped on people & just had bad manners in general. She knew her commands but often acted as though she did not. The results have been incredible! She is a joy to walk now, no longer jumps on people, listens to commands, & is lovely to be around. Her self-control is amazing now. What a wonderful investment in our lives together. Can’t recommend them enough.

Mike McDonough
5/5
Sit Means Sit Dog Training We cannot say enough great things about the Sit Means Sit team and the incredible experience they provided for our Great Dane, Charles. Charles is a wonderful dog, but after coming from the streets where he had little direction, structure, love, or ca…Read full reviewClose full review

Sit Means Sit Dog Training We cannot say enough great things about the Sit Means Sit team and the incredible experience they provided for our Great Dane, Charles. Charles is a wonderful dog, but after coming from the streets where he had little direction, structure, love, or care he truly needed guidance, consistency, and compassion. From day one, the Sit Means Sit team delivered exactly that. The care, love, and professionalism shown by Andy, Joel, Kevin, Meghan, Taylor, and the entire crew was nothing short of exceptional! The results have been remarkable. Charles is now far more balanced, confident, and social with both people and other dogs. The training didn’t just improve obedience, it helped him feel secure and understood. What stood out most was how deeply the team bonded with Charles. You could tell the training was enjoyable for him and genuinely meaningful for the staff. That connection made all the difference. This was our very first experience with professional dog training and it completely changed our perspective. We will never own another dog without proper training. It is the responsible thing to do as a dog owner. Dogs need training just like children. They want structure, boundaries, and love and they thrive when they receive it. When training is done right, everyone benefits. My recommendation to any dog owner. if you don’t at least consult with this exceptional team of professionals to learn how they can support you and your dog, you’re doing both yourself and your pet a real disservice. Sit Means Sit offers multiple programs to fit most budgets, and every dollar spent is absolutely worth it. This program was best for Charles and it was best for us. Highly, highly recommended

Kelly McCarthy
5/5
This training changed our lives. Our dogs would react to anything that moves and we would be able to them to snap out of it. We also had issues with having people at our house. They would bark nonstop and anytime anyone moved they would start barking again. We started training in…Read full reviewClose full review

This training changed our lives. Our dogs would react to anything that moves and we would be able to them to snap out of it. We also had issues with having people at our house. They would bark nonstop and anytime anyone moved they would start barking again. We started training in September and within weeks our boys were doing so much better. We opted for the one on one training where they come to our house and take the pup around our neighborhood. This definitely was the right choice for us. Our boys are 7 & 8 years old, and Covid quarantine really messed them up. We enjoy the weekly group class and sit means sit is always there if we have questions or need additional training. On the end, we found out with the right training an old dog can learn new tricks.

Victoria Beuscher
5/5
I cannot say enough good about Sit Means Sit and their staff. We have a one year old Doberman who has an abundance of energy. I’ve had golden retrievers in the past which came no where close to the same energy level so it was a shock for me. He loved to test us and any boundaries…Read full reviewClose full review

I cannot say enough good about Sit Means Sit and their staff. We have a one year old Doberman who has an abundance of energy. I’ve had golden retrievers in the past which came no where close to the same energy level so it was a shock for me. He loved to test us and any boundaries we tried to set. We sent him to the 20 day training and boarding and was the best decision we could’ve ever made! Our boy came back with MUCH better manners and behavior while still having all of his goofy personality! Once we got him back, he was more enjoyable to be around and the trainers were amazing with giving us helpful tips to continue the training at home along with any other issues that arose. He was able to contain his excitement instead of jumping on people, listened so much more, and his recall especially improved. Sit Means Sit has instilled a lot of confidence and obedience that our dog needed with receiving commands and also gave my husband and I confidence with maintaining training. I highly recommend Sit Means Sit for anyone who is wanting a change in their dogs behavior and a better way to bond with your dog in a fun way for both of you!

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