Sit Means Sit

Sit Means Sit offers multiple program formats: Day Train (dog trained at facility during the day), Board & Train (intensive 10+ day residential program), and Group Classes (for ongoing skill reinforcement). Training begins with a free consultation to assess goals, followed by a tailored plan. Trainers use a step-by-step method breaking skills into small tasks, often training in real-world environments. Clients receive daily reports and photos during board-and-train programs, and are taught to continue training at home using the same commands and techniques.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; clients are encouraged to schedule a free consultation to receive a customized quote based on program type (e.g., day training, board and train, group classes).

Sit Means Sit is a dog training business offering customized, results-driven training services in the Tri-Cities and Walla Walla areas. Founded in 1998, the company specializes in attention-based training methods developed by founder Fred Hassen, a world-renowned trainer with multiple championship titles. They provide training for dogs of all ages and breeds, focusing on obedience, puppy training, anxiety, aggression, and reactivity. Their programs include private and group sessions, day training, and board-and-train options, with training conducted both at their facility and in real-world environments like stores and parks. They emphasize empowering owners with consistent communication tools and provide daily progress reports, photos, and follow-up support. Additional services include dog daycare and group classes for continued skill reinforcement.

Their unique approach uses a signature “tap” method and concise commands to build focus and obedience, even in high-distraction settings. Trainers undergo extensive certification and ongoing refresher training at their Las Vegas headquarters. Sit Means Sit claims success with dogs exhibiting severe behavioral issues, and many clients report dramatic improvements in leash manners, recall, and socialization.

They also offer a franchise model and certification program for aspiring dog trainers, but direct training services are delivered through local centers staffed by certified professionals trained under Fred Hassen’s system.

Accomplishments

Founded in 1998 by Fred Hassen, a world-champion dog trainer who won the 2025 PSA Level 3 World Championship. All trainers receive intensive training at the company’s Las Vegas headquarters and undergo regular refresher courses. The training system has won multiple best-in-class awards for performance.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free consultation to discuss your dog’s needs and goals. From there, Sit Means Sit custom-builds a training plan, which may include day training, board and train, or group classes. Clients are guided through the next steps based on their dog’s behavior and lifestyle.