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Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Fearfulness
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • In-Home
  • Private Facility
  • Board and Train
  • Day Training

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package
  • Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Herding
  • Sporting
  • Working
  • Hounds
  • Terriers
  • Doodles
  • Brachycephalic

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)
  • Senior (8+ years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Balanced Training

Equipment: 

  • Clickers
  • Food Rewards
  • Harnesses
  • Flat Collars
  • Martingale Collars
  • Pinch Collars
  • E-Collars

Three main programs: 1) Private Lessons – one-on-one coaching at home or in public; 2) Daily Training – trainer visits home Monday–Friday for 2–3 weeks with weekly recaps; 3) Board & Train – dog stays with Abby for 2–3 weeks in a structured environment with real-world exposure, followed by a go-home lesson and ongoing support. All programs include personalized plans and follow-up.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Private Lessons: $150/hour. Daily Training: $1,200 for 2 weeks, $1,800 for 3 weeks. Board & Train: $2,200 for 2 weeks, $3,000 for 3 weeks. All programs include go-home coaching and follow-up support.

Testimonials

“Abby is truly incredible. She treats my 2 rescue dogs like they are her own. I have always been nervous about leaving my dogs with a stranger but she made all that disappear with all her updates and pictures. I highly recommend Abby for all your pets needs.”
– Michael Keck

“Abby is the only person I trust to watch mine and my family’s dogs. She treats them as her own and has always been reliable, kind, and helpful! Abby recently started helping me train my dog and it has been so beneficial. Would highly recommend!”
– Morgan Rochwarger

“We have much more confidence taking our dog out in public knowing she’ll be on her best behavior and can walk well on a leash now. Abby also worked with us to lessen our dog’s demand-barking. Our dog loves to be the center of attention and now she is much better at sharing the spotlight! I highly recommend Abby.”
– N/A

About the Trainer

Abby is the founder of Sit Pretty Co., a dog training business serving Orlando and surrounding areas. She offers personalized, in-home, and board-and-train programs designed to help dogs become calm, confident, and well-mannered in real-world settings like parks, stores, and trails. Abby combines balanced training methods with compassion, focusing on structure, clarity, and ongoing support to ensure lasting results. She also provides pet-sitting and dog-walking services, making her a comprehensive resource for pet owners. Her training emphasizes real-life exposure, not just basic commands, helping dogs thrive in busy environments without stress or reactivity.

Abby’s programs include Private Lessons for one-on-one coaching, Daily Training with in-home sessions Monday–Friday, and Board & Train programs where dogs stay with her for 2–3 weeks. All programs include follow-up support to help owners maintain progress. She uses tools like e-collars and pinch collars when appropriate, always explaining their purpose and ensuring owners are trained to use them confidently.

Abby works with dogs of all ages—from puppies to seniors—and addresses issues like leash pulling, reactivity, barking, jumping, separation anxiety, and fearfulness. Her clients appreciate her reliability, detailed updates, and genuine care for their pets, often describing her as trustworthy and compassionate.

How to Get Started!

Start with a consultation call to discuss your dog’s needs, goals, and lifestyle. Abby then recommends the best program and provides a contract, invoice, and scheduling details to begin training.

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  • Free Consultation

Contact Information

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

9am-7pm

Languages

  • English

Other Services Offered

  • Pet sitter
  • Dog walker
  • Pet boarding service
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