Sit Means Sit Dog Training Tampa

Sit Means Sit Dog Training Tampa offers several programs tailored to different needs. Their most popular is the Board & Train program, where dogs stay overnight at the facility for intensive training, with the focus on transferring leadership skills back to the owner. The Day Train program allows owners to drop off their dog for a full day of training, followed by a private lesson with the trainer upon pickup.

Private Lessons provide one-on-one, customizable training sessions with flexible evening and weekend appointments. For existing clients, the Board & Tune program offers boarding with integrated training tune-ups. They also provide educational Lunch & Learn programs for pet professionals covering topics like obedience, behavior problems, and bite prevention, and offer Seminars on various dog-related subjects for groups and organizations.

Additionally, Sit Means Sit Dog Training Tampa is an AKC Certified Evaluator, offering Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certifications to clients, which can serve as a prerequisite for therapy dog training and advanced activities like agility. Their training process involves three phases: the Teaching/Control Phase (6-12+ weeks) for establishing control and attention around distractions; the Reinforcement Phase (6-12+ weeks) for gradually phasing out training aids and introducing variable reinforcement; and the ongoing Maintenance Phase, where dogs are reliable with minimal aid use, but trainers are ready to reinforce rules as needed.

Pricing Summary

Each training program is custom tailored to the specific situation, with factors like the dog’s age, temperament, previous training, and owner goals evaluated to build a training package. A free demonstration and consultation is offered to assess these factors and develop a training plan, after which an accurate idea of the cost will be provided. There is no cost or obligation associated with the free demonstration.

Sit Means Sit Dog Training Tampa is a professional dog training franchise serving Tampa and surrounding Florida areas. They train all dogs regardless of age, size, or breed, and specialize in creating custom programs to fit each dog and owner’s goals, addressing issues from aggression to puppy training.

Their core training method is “Attention-Based Training,” which is a cutting-edge approach to dog training and behavioral modification. This method utilizes a variety of tools including leashes, collars, food, toys, and their customized Sit Means Sit Collar (remote electronic dog training collar). They emphasize that the e-collar provides an adjustable “tap” cue, similar to medical TENS units, designed to gain attention without causing pain or emotional distress, and is conditioned positively by linking it with high-value items.

Sit Means Sit Dog Training Tampa also offers boarding services exclusively for their clients, providing peace of mind that dogs are with trusted individuals while owners are away. They are recognized as “Best of the Bay” winners and finalists by Creative Loafing for both Dog Training and Doggy Day Care.

Accomplishments

Sit Means Sit Dog Training Tampa has received multiple “Best of the Bay” awards and finalist recognitions from Creative Loafing. They were the 2023 Best Doggy Day Care Winner, a 2023 Dog Training Finalist, the 2022 Dog Training Winner, a 2021 Dog Training Finalist, and the 2020 Dog Training Winner. They are also AKC Certified Evaluators for the Canine Good Citizen program.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients can schedule a free, no-hassle, one-on-one dog training evaluation. During this free demonstration and consultation, the trainers will meet with the family and dog to gain insight into their unique circumstances, evaluate factors such as the dog’s age, temperament, and previous training, and then develop a custom training plan to accomplish the owner’s goals.