Sit Means Sit Dog Training North Alabama

Day Train: Dogs drop off for full-day training with exercise, play, and daily home consultation. Ultimate: Begins with Day Train, followed by two private owner lessons with homework.

Puppy Program: Designed for young dogs to prevent future issues, with fees transferable to advanced packages. All programs include lifetime access to group classes.

Group classes are available only to existing clients and focus on maintaining skills and socialization in distraction-rich environments.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed; packages include Day Train (drop-off training), Ultimate (combination of Day Train and private lessons), and Puppy Training. Fees can be applied toward advanced packages.

Discounts available for multiple dogs. Financing options available through lending partners.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated. Clients are encouraged to commit fully to home training assignments. Lifetime group classes are included with all packages, and home visits are offered as part of the service.

Sit Means Sit Dog Training North Alabama is a professional dog training service based in Huntsville, AL, serving Huntsville, Madison, Decatur, and surrounding North Alabama areas. They offer structured dog training programs designed to solve challenging behaviors such as leash pulling, barking, aggression, reactivity, jumping, chewing, and recall issues.

Their training is delivered through a combination of day training, private lessons, and lifetime group classes, with a focus on transforming dogs into well-behaved companions in public and home environments. The business is owned and operated by Alex and Jessica Scofield, who are certified Sit Means Sit trainers and former clients themselves—Jessica trained her own dog to overcome severe dog aggression using the Sit Means Sit method.

Their team emphasizes consistency, home follow-up assignments, and lifelong support through group classes. They also offer puppy-specific training with the option to apply fees toward advanced packages.

The program uses a balanced approach combining positive reinforcement with corrections, and trainers provide in-home sessions and facility-based training.

The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am–7:00pm, and weekends by appointment only. They serve clients across multiple zip codes in Madison County and offer lifetime access to group classes after completing any training package. All training is delivered by trained professionals with direct experience in overcoming real behavioral challenges, and they prioritize safety and client education.

They also provide a free initial evaluation and consultation to help dog owners determine the best program for their pet’s needs.

Accomplishments

Alex Scofield is a former Army pilot and lifelong dog owner with over 20 years of personal dog experience. Jessica Scofield was a client who successfully trained her own dog to overcome aggression using Sit Means Sit, leading her to become a co-owner and trainer.

Shaila Travis, the office manager, holds a bachelor’s in business administration and a master’s in business education, with 16 years as a high school teacher. The business is part of a national franchise with 157 locations.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free evaluation and consultation, scheduled via phone or online form. After the consultation, clients choose from Day Train, Ultimate, or Puppy Training programs. Follow-up includes home assignments and optional in-home sessions to reinforce training.