All-Star Dog Training

We opted to use Sit Means Sit for their 2 week board and train program. I'll be honest, I was hesitant to use an e-collar for training our 1 year old terrier mix, Chip. He is a highly excitable little guy we adopted from the shelter as a stray. I was able to teach him basic commands at home, but with any extra stimuli he was completely unable to follow them. He just could not focus his attention on me in any situation that wasn't calm and quiet. And with 2 kids, a revolving door, and lots of activity, thats just not my house's general vibe. The E-collar 100% works to get and hold his attention. It doesn't hurt him, and that was my initial fear. It merely reminds him to focus his attention on me and my words. The program was very successful and he came back to me crate trained, able to walk on a leash, and able to follow and understand the commands set in place, even with distractions. (The only downside of it I can think of, was he had a bit of anxiety from being boarded. He began chewing his back paws from the stress of the overnight facility. But for us, the benefit outweighed the temporary stress. Since correcting a lot of his behaviors would allow us to take him on vacations and not have to board him in the future.) Of course my family and I required A LOT of our own training for this to continue to work. And Sebastian and Rebecca were great at helping me navigate that process. I asked so many questions and they were honest and helpful with everything. Sebastian in particular really gave me the confidence to lead Chip in any situation, and be proactive rather than reactive. So yes, it takes work on your end, you won't get a "fixed" dog back who is completely obedient at all times. But if you practice with your pet and follow the instructions they've laid out for you, it definitely sets you up for long term success. Not to mention they continually remind me they are there if I have any more questions or issues. I would definitely recommend them for general training but especially for excitable reactive dogs. We will continue with them for group refresher training classes which are free after the board and train. And I have absolutely no reservations about dropping him off for a day train for a more focused refresher if need be. He loved the trainers and I could tell they had affection for all the dogs in their care. Overall a great experience for Chip and me.

The entire process was made simple. Rebekah was an excellent trainer for our dog, Trout, and for training us! We had our dog in the 10 day overnight training program. He is a large dog that couldn't even walk on a leash before his training at Sit Means Sit. He came home leash trained as well as learning many other skills. One of my favorites is "Place". He is able to sit in one spot for over 30 minutes until he is given a command that he can leave the spot. This has come in so handy. Thank you, Rebekah! You did an excellent job. I highly recommend Sit Means Sit.