Sit Means Sit Dog Training Des Moines, established in November 2019, offers personalized dog training programs in the Des Moines area. Their trainers work with dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments to promote obedience, confidence, and happiness. A free in-home evaluation allows trainers to understand your dog's specific needs and design a training plan that fits your goals.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Barking
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Sit Means Sit’s Board and Train is an immersive training option that provides overnight boarding and immersive training prior to beginning private instruction. This program builds an advanced foundation of obedience and attention with your dog.
Group classes
In-home trainingCustomer-reported
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private trainingProgram details
Our Private Dog Training classes are catered to those wanting to be more involved in the training process. You will work one-on-one with a professional dog trainer who will teach you how to more effectively communicate with your dog to achieve your goals.
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Beginner training
Assistance and working dogs
Hunting dog training
Protection training
Therapy dog training
Additional services
Boarding
Dog walking
Consultations
Free consultation
Other listed services
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Day Camp Dog TrainingProgram details
Day Camp is a combination of private instruction and hands-on training from our professional dog trainers. This class provides an accelerated way of obtaining all training goals! Full days of training will be coupled with one-on-one instruction to jumpstart your training process.
Dog Handling
Leash Control
Nuisance Behaviors
Private Instruction
Free Training Consultation
Dog Control
3-Week Training Course
Dog Training Day Camp
Dog Training Programs
Dog Training School
Education Courses
Free Dog Training Evaluation
Immersive Training
Initial Training
Level Training
Owner Training
Dog Instructor
Training Course
Week Training
Dog Trainer 3
Dog Training Evaluation
Training Your Dog
Complete Training
Continuing Education
Dog Training Equipment
Training Skills
Any Dog Training
Training Our Dog
Off-Leash Dog Training
High-Distraction Dog Training
High Anxiety Dog Training
Dog Trainers & Staff
Helping Dogs
Dog Team
Dog Sports
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What type of training programs do you have?
We offer a variety of dog obedience training program including private lessons, board & train, and a day camp.
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training Des Moines · 2022-09-21
We provide dog training in Den Moines, IA as well as the surrounding areas. These areas include Urbandale, Clive, Waukee, etc. Give us a call at 515-303‐0473 if you are interested in training!
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training Des Moines · 2022-09-21
Yes we do! You will work one-on-one with a professional dog trainer who will teach you how to more effectively communicate with your dog to achieve your goals. Work through any nuisance behaviors and obtain obedience, no matter the distraction! If you are interested, give us a call at (515) 303‐0473 for a free consultation!
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training Des Moines · 2021-09-21
There are a number of factors that we evaluate prior to building a training package for you such as your dog’s age, temperament, previous training, as well as the desired goals of the owner. Because of these factors, we offer a free demonstration & consultation as an opportunity to meet with your family as well as your dog to gain insight into the unique circumstances that affect your dog’s training. If you are interested, give us a call at (515) 303‐0473
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training Des Moines · 2021-09-21
5/5I have been at SMS Orlando, FL since 2017. I have 2 shepherds and are two VERY DIFFICULT DOGS! I came to SMS for aggression and completely clingy pups. Osiris my Dutch was reactive toward people and dogs. I was terrified to walk him outside. Siri my GSD was the same. I star…Read full reviewClose full review
I have been at SMS Orlando, FL since 2017. I have 2 shepherds and are two VERY DIFFICULT DOGS! I came to SMS for aggression and completely clingy pups. Osiris my Dutch was reactive toward people and dogs. I was terrified to walk him outside. Siri my GSD was the same. I started my GSD at 10 weeks old and now she is 2 yrs 3mo. and I still go to SMS 3x a week. Osiris loves people now and has graduated out of advance class to earn his vest. Siri is currently in advance group and on her way to graduation real soon. Ryan work with Siri from day one. At one time you could not get near her at all. Ryan did his magic and Siri has progressed so much. We did lots of private lessons together in till she trusted Ryan to work with her. Ryan is an amazing trainer and I would recommend him to anyone. He changed the way I looked at things and gave me and my dogs the confidence to go out in public and I go dock diving with my Dutchie. I get to enjoy my life with my dogs and not live in fear. Thank you Ryan for all your help and the training you have done with me and my dogs to get where I am today. We miss you so much. If you have a dog you just want know some commands or any difficult dogs please go sign up at SMS with Ryan. IT WORKS!!
Miss you Jill, Siri, and Osiris
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Stefani Wells
5/5
Ryan is an amazing trainer! He can fix all the issues! My wheaten terrier Beau was extremely leash reactive to the point of being almost dangerous. After a couple of months of lessons with Ryan, we were walking in very crowded farmers markets and in public parks! Sit Means Sit Des Moines is so fortunate to have acquired such amazing talent!
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pamela woehr
5/5
Ryan is a fantastic dog trainer! He is patient with the dogs and owners. He takes his time to listen and deal with the issues that are being presented and then works patiently side by side with you to resolve those issues. Ryan teaches you, as the owner, the steps that need to be taken to correct issues or get your dog performing at a higher level. He stays calm and does not give up.
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Susan Dey
5/5
Ryan is amazing with our dog. He really connects with her. He is so understanding of our concerns with our puppy. He has really helped us build a better relationship with her. One of the things he helped us with is potty training!!! Ryan is awesome!!
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Darrin Niday
5/5
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