Come Sit Stay

Training programs include Beginner Obedience (come, sit, down, stay, loose leash walking, leave it, settle), Intermediate Obedience (distance work, heel, scent work, off-leash skills), and advanced programs for service and therapy dogs. Service dog training includes task training and public access. Puppy training includes socialization, crate training, and potty training. Programs are delivered via private lessons, group classes, boarded training, and day training. A 21-day potty training program is recommended for puppies. Service dog clients can choose between bundled packages or individual classes.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons are available for custom training needs. Service dog training offers a package of 45 private lessons for $3,000 (saving $375). Group classes cost $100 each for 6-week sessions (Beginner, Intermediate, Public Access, Task Training). Boarded training and day training pricing is available upon request. Pricing details are listed on their website.

Policies

Group classes require registration through partner locations (Petsense Gun Barrel City or Athens Animal Rescue Shelter). Service dog programs require contacting via phone or email to enroll. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website.

Come Sit Stay is a dog training business that uses scientifically based, positive reinforcement methods to help dog owners train their pets for obedience, behavior modification, and rehabilitation. They offer a wide range of services including private lessons, group classes, boarded training, day training, and virtual training. Their programs are designed for family dogs, service dogs, therapy dogs, and dogs with behavioral challenges such as reactivity, aggression, fearfulness, leash pulling, jumping, and separation anxiety. They specialize in owner-trained service dogs and provide comprehensive bundled programs with private lessons, group classes, and intensive boarded training options. They also offer puppy training, potty training, and socialization support. Their facility includes an agility park and they provide dog daycare and maintenance training. They emphasize individualized training plans, teaching owners how to communicate effectively with their dogs, and use treats, clickers, and positive reinforcement exclusively. They serve clients in Gun Barrel City, Athens, and surrounding areas through in-person and virtual sessions.

They are known for their compassionate, patient approach and have helped dogs with severe aggression and reactivity become safe and well-behaved in public and at home. Their trainers take time to understand each dog as an individual and adapt methods accordingly. They also offer educational blog content on dog behavior, equipment recommendations, and pharmaceutical assistance for dogs.

Additional services include a training membership program, agility training, and free problem-solving behavioral classes held periodically at PetSense locations.

Accomplishments

Helped hundreds of families resolve serious behavior issues including aggression and reactivity. Developed specialized service dog training programs to address the shortage of affordable service dogs. Hosts agility park and offers free behavioral classes. Maintains a blog with over 50+ educational posts on dog behavior and training.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can explore training programs on the website, then contact via phone or email to discuss needs. Service dog clients are directed to a detailed Google Doc and encouraged to call or text to begin. Group class enrollment is done through partner locations. Private lessons and boarded training require direct contact to schedule.