FirstBarkWe have a retired greyhound that's 11 1/2 yrs old, Princess Ink. Sara has been her hydrotherapy instructor. I can not say how thrilled I am with the care and improvement Ink has made from Sara training. Thank you so much!
Sit Now Stay Dog Training
Lenexa, Kansas
About Sit Now Stay Dog Training
Sit Now Stay Dog Training in Kansas City helps you make your dog amazing with modern, results-focused training that fits real life. Voted the Best Dog Training Company in Kansas City three years in a row by The Dog Guru, we customize every program to your dog's specific needs, from polite greetings and loose leash walking to calmer behavior, less barking, and stopping jumping on family and guests. We also help with puppies, reactivity, and household manners from A to Z. Our Lenexa facility is home to Kansas City's only indoor dog pool, offering a safe space for fitness, confidence building, and fun. Whether you're local to Lenexa or coming in from the surrounding area, our team is ready to help.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
Program details
Behavioral modification at Sit Now Stay helps dogs in Lenexa and greater Kansas City overcome reactivity, excessive barking, jumping, and anxiety. Using modern, reward-based methods, trainers build calmer, more confident behavior through programs tailored to your dog.
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
Program details
Prepare your dog to earn the AKC Canine Good Citizen certificate with focused training at Sit Now Stay in Lenexa. We cover all 10 CGC test skills, from sitting politely for petting to walking on a loose leash and staying calm around distractions.
- House training
- Leash training
Program details
Loose leash walking training at Sit Now Stay teaches your dog to walk calmly beside you without pulling, lunging, or zigzagging. Sessions are customized to your dog's habits and use modern methods that get real results for walks around Lenexa and beyond.
- Obedience training
Program details
Dog obedience training in Kansas City that builds clear communication, reliable manners, and better focus at home and in public. We teach your dog to listen the first time, walk politely, and settle calmly. Training is tailored to your dog’s needs so daily life becomes easier and more enjoyable.
Modern obedience training customized to your dog's needs. Sit Now Stay covers polite greetings, loose leash walking, less barking, and stopping jumping, using results-focused methods that work in real life. Serving Lenexa and Kansas City. Free consult available.
- Puppy training
Program details
Get expert puppy guidance from home with Sit Now Stay's online training sessions. We cover housebreaking, bite inhibition, basic commands, and early socialization tips, all customized for your pup. Voted KC's best dog trainer three years running.
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Barking
- Fear and confidence
- Reactivity training
Program details
Reactive dog training at Sit Now Stay helps dogs who lunge, bark, or fixate on other dogs, people, or distractions. Our Lenexa trainers use modern methods to build calm, confident responses so walks and daily life become manageable again.
- Resource guarding
- Separation anxiety
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Our Board and Train program in Kansas City gives your dog structured daily training, clear communication, and confidence building in a professional facility. We focus on manners, leash skills, obedience, and calm routines while keeping you updated through videos and guidance.
- Day training Customer-reported
- Group classes
Program details
Group dog classes at Sit Now Stay in Lenexa give your dog real-world skills alongside other dogs. We cover loose leash walking, polite greetings, and household manners using modern methods. A great fit for socialization and building confidence at an affordable price.
- In-home training
Program details
At-home dog training with Sit Now Stay brings expert, modern instruction directly to your Lenexa or Kansas City home. We work with your dog in the environment where behavior matters most, addressing jumping, leash manners, barking, and more.
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training
Program details
One-on-one training sessions tailored to your dog's specific needs. Work directly with a Sit Now Stay trainer on leash manners, jumping, barking, greetings, or any behavior goal. Sessions fit your schedule and focus on real-life results you'll notice at home.
Dog age
- Puppies
Program details
Sit Now Stay's In-Home Puppy Preschool brings expert training right to your Lenexa home. A certified trainer works with your pup on sit, stay, leash manners, and bite inhibition in the environment where habits actually form.
Start your puppy right with Sit Now Stay's Puppy Genius Program in Lenexa. This structured program covers sit, stay, leash manners, socialization, and bite inhibition using modern, reward-based methods that build confidence and good habits early.
- Senior dogs
Training level
- Advanced training
- Beginner training
Support between sessions
- Photo updates Customer-reported
- Progress reports
Assistance and working dogs
- Medical-alert and mobility assistance
- Service dog training
Program details
Service dog training in Kansas City backed by more than 30 years of combined experience. We build calm behavior, reliable obedience, and task-focused skills through clear communication and confidence work. Training is personalized so your dog can support your daily needs with consistency and clarity
- Therapy dog training
Program details
Therapy dog training in Kansas City that builds calm manners, confidence, and reliable obedience. We help your dog learn the skills needed to safely comfort others in homes, schools, and community settings. Training is personalized to support your dog’s natural temperament and readiness.
Dog sports
- Agility
- Dock diving
- Scent work
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Additional services
- Boarding
- Daycare
Program details
Muscle Mutts daycare keeps your dog active, fit, and happy while you're away. Sessions combine structured play, swimming in Kansas City's only indoor dog pool, and skill-building activities designed to burn energy and build confidence in a safe, supervised setting.
Other listed services
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- Dog Training
Program details
Professional dog training in Kansas City that builds reliable manners, confidence, and clear communication. Our marker training system helps your dog learn faster with less stress, and you get simple guidance to keep progress going at home. Book a consult to get started.
- Basic Commands
- Blow Dryer
- Canine Conditioning Fitness
- Canine Enrichment
- Canine Sport
- Coaching Session
- Day Boot Camp
- Day Camp Training
- Day Programs
- Dog Bedding
- Dog Boot Camp
- Dog Park
- Dog Physical Therapy
- Dog Pool Rentals
- Dog Swimming Lessons
Program details
Guided swim sessions at Kansas City's only indoor dog pool, located at our Lenexa facility. Great for building confidence, supporting joint health, and burning energy safely. Ideal for puppies, senior dogs, or any pup who needs low-impact exercise and a little fun.
- Dog's Breeding
- Dog's Health
- Emotional Support Animals
- Emotional Support Dogs
- Fitness Coaches
- Indoor Dog Pool
- Jump Start
- Mobility Support
- Obstacle Course
- Off Leash Adventures
- Scent Detection
- Sporting Dogs
- Stunt Dog
- Therapy Canine
- Water Therapy
- Complimentary Training Day
Program details
Try your dog's first day of training free at Sit Now Stay in Lenexa. Your pup works with our expert trainers, gets evaluated, and starts learning real skills. See the results before committing to a program.
- Day School
Program details
Drop your dog off for Day School at Sit Now Stay in Lenexa and pick up a better-behaved pup by afternoon. Our trainers work with your dog one-on-one during the day on manners, leash skills, and real-life behaviors using modern, reward-based methods.
- Pool
Program details
Kansas City's only indoor dog pool, located at our Lenexa facility. Safe, low-impact swimming builds fitness, confidence, and pure fun for dogs of all ages and breeds. Great for recovery, weight management, or just letting your dog enjoy the water year-round.
Confirm current programs and availability directly.
Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
Hello, do you train service dogs?
Yes, we train service dogs. Our specific areas of focus are helping with mobility issues and emotional support dogs. There is quite a bit involved when it comes to service dog training, so we ask that you contact us for a consultation. Your dog may not be eligible based on breed or age, but we can help point you in the right direction. Service dog training can be quite expensive depending on the tasks needing to be performed, but we can answer any questions you have. Feel free to give us a call!
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.7
140 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Board and train 8
- Golden retriever 6
- Pulling on leash 5
- Dock diving 3
- Dog reactivity training 3
- Dog mom education 2
All 10 topics
- Fun dog training 2
- Muscle mutts 2
- Personalized training 2
- Potty training 2
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Love the big pool in their new location and Danny loved to swim here. Sara was very nice!
I brought home Jasper, a 9week old standard poodle puppy, and started Puppy Preschool 2 weeks later with Kat from Sit Now Stay Dog Training. I’m so glad I did! Kat, our trainer, was fantastic. She focused on my goals- a companion dog that follows basic commands, walks well on a l…Read full reviewClose full review
I brought home Jasper, a 9week old standard poodle puppy, and started Puppy Preschool 2 weeks later with Kat from Sit Now Stay Dog Training. I’m so glad I did! Kat, our trainer, was fantastic. She focused on my goals- a companion dog that follows basic commands, walks well on a leash, and is good with kids. After completing Puppy Preschool Jasper is fully crate trained, does very well with recall, and other basic commands. In addition, Kat stressed the importance of socialization and provided great suggestions on how to begin before Jasper is fully vaccinated. They worked like a charm as evidenced by Jasper allowing my 2yr old granddaughter to pet & give him treats, closely supervised of course. And, due to the implementation of Kat’s other suggestions he’s fully crate trained, and is doing very well with potty training. Since Puppy Preschool was such a success Jasper is enrolled in the Board & Train program. He starts in 2 weeks!
My boy Preacher has attendended 3 full acclimation days and 15 full muscle mutt days as of May 2023. I have been pretty up front with my expectations and goals I'm working on from the start. My dog needs to work with strangers on approach that triggers fear. Before I put him in a…Read full reviewClose full review
My boy Preacher has attendended 3 full acclimation days and 15 full muscle mutt days as of May 2023. I have been pretty up front with my expectations and goals I'm working on from the start. My dog needs to work with strangers on approach that triggers fear. Before I put him in acclimation, I was abundantly clear that I wanted an opinion and assessment on this issue he developed post an orthopedic surgery. $150 dollars later the assessment was to give them more money for a day train obedience package and that was pretty much it. The lack of any insight from this individual, as well as gaining the knowledge that the website boasts misleading credentials from famous training schools had me moving elsewhere for obedience to a more accredited trainer that had actually been to the schools advertised. Apparently, the owner who has been to the renowned school doesn't train anymore at the Lenexa location.Sit Now offers a one on one muscle mutts program though that is sold to customers a lot like the training program philosophy in which your dog will work one on one with a different handler every session, 4 separate times a day. This essentially is a much improved doggy daycare exercise program that fit directly into my goals of creating positive interactions with strangers in a safe way utilizing marker system training just as I would. It is probably one of the most unique programs in the KC area that I have found. Not many others are doing anything like it.After 15 sessions, the dog was rarely worn out. I didn't allow them to put him on a treadmill due to a knee injury, but was told they would mentally wear him out instead. Picked him up on his last day and he spent most of the night whining at me bored and draggin my other dog around the living room in her crate after I put her up to protect her from him wanting to wrestle all night. This has been a typical energy level 70 percent of the time after a day session. Occasionally, I get back a tired dog as advertised. I have been assured that he is handled by multiple handlers during these day programs but the reality is, I'm still asked to go get him or take him in because certain handlers "don't handle him". Upon his last day, I finally caught them putting a cloth over the front of his run due to bad habits I was completely unaware he was developing. I've also watched him walk the trainer that did his assessment like a rag doll with zero respect. This specific trainer has often said she does not work with him stating "he has his favorites." Interactions like these lead one to believe that he does not rotate through handlers as they have sold me on. After deciding to bail on the company, I did find it interesting they never even asked me why I requested a refund for the 16 prepaid sessions I had left. I kinda chopped it up to everyone being fairly introverted, or maybe they just didn't care. I would love to say this program is awesome and that it's everything they state it is but unfortunately I can't afford my dog developing bad habits from situational experiences with zero transparency. The fact that his kennel behavior has never been brought to my attention paints an extremely bad picture that it's being hidden to keep the income flowing, just like any old doggy daycare.
I love this training center and everyone that works there! They are so accommodating and have made such a difference in the relationship I now have with my Bernese Mountain Dog , so many different programs all of which are affordable and successful! Thank you all!!!
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