Sit Means Sit Dog Training – Bozeman
Ranked #2 in Bozeman and #4 in Montana
Service area: Sit Means Sit Dog Training serves Bozeman, Billings, and surrounding Montana areas including Absarokee, Acton, Belgrade, Big Sky, Billings Heights, Billings West End, Blue Creek, Bridger, Butte, Columbus, Helena, Huntley, Joliet, Laurel, Livingston, Lockwood, Manhattan, Miles City, Round Up, Shepherd, and Three Forks.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Sit Means Sit Dog Training offers several programs including Private Lessons, Puppy Management, Immersion Board & Train, and Advanced & Specialty Classes. Private Lessons are customized one-on-one sessions for owners who want to be involved in their dog’s progress, focusing on confidence, manners, and obedience.
Puppy Management focuses on the crucial first 16 weeks of a puppy’s life, emphasizing obedience and socialization to prevent future behavior issues. The Immersion Board & Train program allows dogs to learn while their owners are away, with trainers doing the primary work. Advanced & Specialty Classes are for dogs that have completed other programs, offering superior off-leash obedience and advanced skills.
They also provide Behavior Modification Training for specific issues like aggression, high anxiety/fear, high-distraction, reactivity, and lack of socialization. Additionally, they offer “Lunch & Learn” sessions for pet industry professionals and Seminars to share their positive reinforcement training philosophy with groups.
Testimonials
“Training was excellent and all that I had hoped for for our white shephard. She has become a perfect family dog. I questioned if that was possible prior to training. Thank you Sit Means Sit for your help!”
– Laura D.
“The entire staff at SMS was very professional and great to work with. We brought Kida, our 7 month old catahoula/boarder collie, to them with the goal of learning recall and leash skills. She used to have some trouble with focusing on commands. After her week of training, she has a new calmness and has embraced learning new commands. This new lifestyle has been an incredible improvement to our day to day adventures!!”
– Haley P.
About the Trainer
Sit Means Sit Dog Training provides professional dog training services to Bozeman, Billings, and surrounding Montana areas. They offer a unique and customized dog training experience with professional trainers, catering to any dog regardless of age, breed, or behavioral issue.
The business aims to help dogs achieve a happier and healthier lifestyle, whether starting with a puppy or teaching an older dog new tricks. They emphasize individualized one-on-one programs tailored to meet specific goals and needs.
Their approach includes positive reinforcement and reward-based training, which they consider the most effective. They also offer seminars and “Lunch & Learn” programs to share their knowledge with groups and professionals in the pet industry.
Accomplishments
Darin Shepherd, the owner, is a renowned certified professional dog trainer with over two decades of professional experience. He has trained dogs for pet owners and competitive sport.
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients can schedule a free evaluation. This involves filling out an online form, receiving the free evaluation, and then beginning training with a certified trainer.
Contact Information
Certifications
- Credentialed
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking