Sit Means Sit Dog Training Albuquerque

Sit Means Sit Albuquerque offers a range of programs tailored to different needs. The 15 Day Board & Train is a comprehensive obedience program where trainers complete 80% of the work, focusing on social skills, confidence, and addressing aggression/reactivity, puppy training, and therapy/service dog etiquette. It includes 2 years of follow-up lessons and 1 year of group training.

The 10 Day Board & Train provides personalized support and immersive learning, incorporating both trainer expertise and owner participation, with 1 year of follow-up lessons and 1 year of group classes. The 5 Day Board & Train is for adult dogs over 1 year old needing tune-ups or addressing a short list of non-aggressive/non-reactive challenges, including 6 months of group classes.

Day Train Plus is a 2-week program with 3 days per week of private lessons for the dog and 3 evening lessons for owner participation, offering 6 months of follow-up private sessions and 1 year of group classes. The Day Train program involves 3 days of training once a week for 3 weeks, with 3 sessions for the owner and dog at completion, and includes 3 months of follow-up lessons and 6 months of group training.

The You & Your Dog program is a one-on-one option for owners who want to be actively involved in their dog’s training, providing personalized coaching, homework, 3 private start-up lessons, and 3 months of group training. The Jump Start program offers private hourly sessions for dogs with a few challenges, including reactivity, and can be tailored for rescue dogs or new puppies, with options for 3 lessons (no group training) or 2 lessons (with 2 group training classes).

Pricing Summary

The business offers financing options for their training programs. Specific training rates or package prices are not detailed.

Sit Means Sit Dog Training Albuquerque provides top-rated, professional dog training services for all ages and breeds. They aim to strengthen the relationship between owners and their dogs by addressing ongoing behavioral issues, offering personalized attention and positive encouragement. Their ultimate goal is to help clients have fun with their dogs.

They offer a variety of programs including in-home obedience, board and train, group classes, and off-leash control. Their training is designed to rehabilitate aggressive dogs and rescue dogs, with some even becoming therapy dogs. The core philosophy involves training with distractions in a safe environment to “proof” learned behaviors.

The business also provides follow-up lessons and free evaluations. For client convenience, free parking is available in front of their building.

Accomplishments

Jori Pollard Carns, the owner, has been training dogs with Sit Means Sit since 2008 and is a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. Andrea Fisher, Manager & Head Trainer, has been training since 2016 and is a Certified Sit Means Sit Trainer, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, K9 Caring Angels Therapy Dog Instructor & Evaluator, and is certified in Canine first aid and CPR. She also has prior experience as a Veterinary Technician since 1993. Felicia Sweeney, Assistant Manager and Trainer, is a certified Sit Means Sit Trainer and certified in Canine First Aid and CPR. Cristian Reyes and John Craven are also trainers on the team.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients can contact Sit Means Sit Dog Training Albuquerque to schedule a free dog training evaluation or a free training demo. This initial consultation is described as a “no-hassle, one-on-one” session.