Sit Means Sit – Frederick, Rockville & Potomac MD
Ranked #3 in Frederick and #11 in Maryland
Service area: Servicing Frederick, MD and surrounding areas including Adamstown, Ballenger Creek, Buckeystown, Clarksburg, Damascus, Ijamsville, Libertytown, Middletown, Monrovia, New Market, Potomac, Rockville, Thurmont, Urbana, Walkersville, and Woodsboro, MD.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- 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
- Day Training
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Sit Means Sit offers various training programs including Advanced Classes and Seminars for activities like nose work, Day Camp Coaching Program for training and playtime focusing on basic skills, and a Day Train Program where dogs are dropped off for professional training and owners receive an evening lesson.
They also provide Private Lessons for direct owner involvement, tailored to build confidence, manners, and reliability. Puppy Preschool is available for puppies aged 8-15 weeks, focusing on house-breaking, socialization, and leash skills. Additionally, they offer Behavior Modification Training for issues such as aggression, high anxiety/fear, high-distraction behaviors, off-leash training, reactivity, and socialization.
Testimonials
“After our pushy lab puppy, Bailey, was turned away by other groomers for a nail trim, we reached out to Chelsea for help. Chelsea knows her business! She trained us one-on-one to trim Bailey’s nails. She was patient but firm to reverse the bad behavior Bailey had picked up. She explained the correct technique for trimming and using the nail grinder, and coached us through doing it ourselves. Now we’re able to stay on top of Bailey’s nails regularly, on our own. Working with Chelsea – highly recommended!”
– Diana T.
“An amazing and very wonderful staff. The trainers are very knowledgeable about my dogs behaviors and triggers! They help me work through the challenges of my dog in a very positive manner, and they are willing to work with us when I have questions and need help! The staff and owners have been very good to me and I really respect and appreciate them all!”
– Sari D.
About the Trainer
Sit Means Sit – Frederick, Rockville & Potomac MD is a dog training business dedicated to creating happy, confident, and obedient dogs that can pay attention even in distracting environments. They offer a variety of dog obedience training programs tailored to fit individual needs, whether for a family pet or for advanced obedience goals.
Their professional trainers specialize in off-leash training and are experienced in working with deaf and blind dogs, helping owners communicate successfully with them. They emphasize training “Any Dog. Any Age. Any Breed. Any Problem.” and provide individualized one-on-one programs followed by group training to ensure continued progress and socialization.
The business aims to prevent dogs from ending up in shelters by providing effective training solutions. They offer a free evaluation to help dog owners get started with a certified trainer.
Accomplishments
The trainers are certified and have extensive experience. Kari Pigott, Owner & Head Trainer, developed her passion training dogs at a no-kill shelter. Gary Pigott, Owner & Head Trainer, has a background in showing and competing with dogs in conformation, dock diving, agility, weight pull, and lure coursing. He is the vice president of the Working American Pit Bull Terrier Club and the President of Alexandria Schutzhund Group.
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients can schedule a free evaluation by filling out an online form. After the evaluation, they can begin training with a certified trainer.
Contact Information
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking