Sit Means Sit Dog Training of Westchester

Sit Means Sit offers several comprehensive training programs. The Dream Puppy Academy is for puppies aged 4 to 11 months, designed to achieve results in 35 days. It combines full-day immersive training at their 5000-square-foot facility once per week for 4-6 weeks, daily private lessons for the family, video and written support materials, and lifetime group classes. Training includes real-life distractions, trips to local parks and dog-friendly stores, and working around demo dogs.

The Dream Dog Academy is for dogs over 11 months old, also designed for results in 35 days. It combines full-day immersive training 1-2 times per week with certified trainers, daily progress reviews, and homework. Dogs spend one day per week at the facility for 4-6 weeks, engaging in real-life training scenarios. This program also includes personalized private owner lessons and lifetime group classes.

Special Needs/Aggressive Dog Training is designed for dogs with issues like separation anxiety, aggression, or physical/health/age-related challenges. This program also combines full-day immersive training, daily private lessons, video/written support, and lifetime group classes, tailored to the dog’s unique needs.

Therapy Dog Training (K9 Caring Angels) is an advanced class, free for Sit Means Sit graduates who meet requirements. All Dream Dog Training Programs include lifetime group training classes on Tuesdays and Saturdays, providing opportunities to practice skills with a trainer amidst controlled distractions and real-life scenarios. Additionally, they offer free downloadable Potty Training Help for puppies and older rescues.

Pricing Summary

Each dog training program is custom-tailored based on factors like the dog’s age, temperament, previous training, and desired goals. A free demonstration and consultation are offered to evaluate these factors and develop a training plan, after which an accurate cost can be provided. There is no cost or obligation associated with the free demonstration.

Policies

Sit Means Sit offers a “No Quibble” Lifetime Training Guarantee for puppies and a “Shirt of My Back” Lifetime Dog Training Guarantee for adult dogs. Their goal is lifetime results, and they commit to working with clients to maintain training throughout the dog’s life. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are mentioned.

Sit Means Sit Dog Training of Westchester and Stamford provides professional dog and puppy obedience training to the metro NY area, serving Westchester County, NY, and Fairfield County, CT, since 2014. Their experienced and certified trainers are dedicated to helping dogs and owners achieve a harmonious relationship through effective and positive reinforcement techniques.

They offer customized training programs tailored to specific dog needs, ranging from basic obedience and puppy training to advanced behavior modification. Services include group classes, private lessons, and specialized programs like board and train, with flexible options for in-home training or at their state-of-the-art facilities.

The business focuses on an “Attention First Reinforcement” approach, building a strong bond through reward-based training methods to ensure dogs are motivated and eager to learn. They also offer Pet First Aid & CPR training and provide free potty training help.

Accomplishments

Neil Cohen, the owner, transitioned from a successful marketing consulting career to dog training after seeking help for his own challenging pet. He became a fully certified professional dog trainer by moving to Nevada and completing over 200 hours of hands-on training at the Sit Means Sit Headquarters in Las Vegas and the Henderson Animal Shelter.

Neil commits to over 80 hours of continuing education annually, and all trainers fully re-certify every three years. The business has been providing professional dog and puppy obedience training since 2014.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients can schedule a no-cost, no-obligation consultation or free evaluation by completing an online form or calling. During this initial meeting, the trainers will meet with the family and dog to understand their unique circumstances, evaluate factors like age, temperament, and previous training, and discuss desired goals. Based on this assessment, a customized training plan will be developed, and an accurate cost will be provided.