FirstBarkOur experience was great with dog training. Gianna, Caitlin and Ava were very informative and patient with our energetic dog. Couldn’t be happier with her training.
Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Philadelphia
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
About Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Philadelphia
Sit Means Sit Dog Training Philadelphia offers expert-led dog and puppy training for all breeds and behavior levels across Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester, and Bucks Counties. Whether you need basic obedience, behavior modification, service dog training, or board and train programs, our customized, science-based approach delivers real results. From puppy training classes to off-leash obedience, we help dogs become confident and well-mannered companions. Serving Philadelphia, Bala Cynwyd, Bryn Mawr, King of Prussia, Cherry Hill, and beyond. Schedule your free evaluation today!
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Crate training
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
- Recall training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Fear and confidence
- Reactivity training
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
During our boarding program, our professional dog trainers will have your dog stay at our training location while we consistently work with him/her to achieve off-leash obedience
- Day training
- Group classes
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training
Program details
In our private training programs you will work side by side with our trainers on a weekly basis to teach and constantly improve the obedience and dog-to-handler relationship. After we take the time to guide and teach individual commands we will go on to build more positive habits and condition specific responses from your dog. Private training requires the handler to work diligently on training in-between sessions. This option will also include group training classes.
Dog age
- Puppies
Program details
The first two months of your puppy’s life are crucial to your dogs social development and growth.Let us help guide you to ensure your dog is well mannered, confident, and happy. We cover a wide range of topics including potty training, crate training, luring, socialization, and confidence building exercises. We also begin basic foundation for obedience with marker training.
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Advanced training
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Support between sessions
- Follow-up support
- Homework and practice
- Refresher training
Assistance and working dogs
- Hunting dog training
- Protection training
- Therapy dog training
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Training approach
- E-collar training
Additional services
- Boarding
- Daycare
Consultations
- Free consultation
Other listed services
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- Basic Commands
- Customized Training
- Day Train
Program details
Don’t want to leave your pup with us overnight but still want the benefits of professional training? Our Day Train program might be a perfect fit! Day Train consists of 3 weekly training sessions. Your dog gets dropped off in the morning and picked up in the evening after their training session. After each session you will meet with a trainer and go over what was covered that day. Our trainer will assign homework and tell you what needs to be practiced before their next session. Once your pup has completed Day Train, they can participate in our Group Classes!
- Dog First Aid
- Dog Handling
- Dog Park
- Dog Training Evaluation
- Free Training Consultation
- Home Lessons
- Leash Reactive
- Private Dog Program
- Protection Sports
- Pup Training
- Training School
- Training Trainers
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Questions & answers
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Do you offer group training classes?
Yes! Once your dog has completed one of our individual training programs, they can join us in Group Class!
Community answer · Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Philadelphia · 2021-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.8
563 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Group classes 128
- Knowledgeable trainers 57
- Confidence building 52
- Leash pulling 45
- Patient trainers 37
- General obedience 29
All 10 topics
- Reactive dog training 27
- Platinum package 19
- Distraction training 10
- Manners training 10
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We ultimately decided not to move forward with Sit Means Sit due to the uncomfortable and off-putting experience during our evaluation. When we arrived at the facility and met with an associate, we were immediately caught off guard that she barely interacted with our dog—just a …Read full reviewClose full review
We ultimately decided not to move forward with Sit Means Sit due to the uncomfortable and off-putting experience during our evaluation. When we arrived at the facility and met with an associate, we were immediately caught off guard that she barely interacted with our dog—just a quick glance and brief acknowledgment. Because the associate said she was a dog trainer, I expected her to take a moment to engage with him, maybe get on the floor and build some rapport, but that never happened. After discussing our concerns, we were brought into a larger room for a demo. The associate then brought out her own dog, a large shepherd wearing an e-collar. The dog didn’t seem to respond well to her commands and even jumped up onto my stomach, which made me very uncomfortable—especially given that the dog was supposed to be demonstrating control with the collar. Following the demo, the associate repeatedly asked, “You liked what you saw, right?” which felt awkward and pressured. From what we could tell, their entire approach revolves solely around e-collars, with little openness to other training methods. That was a major red flag for us. If you’re going to demonstrate your training philosophy, make sure your dog models good behavior and that you take time to connect with the potential client’s dog. The whole experience left us feeling like our puppy would just be another dog in their system rather than someone whose unique needs would be addressed.
We took our 3 year old Cavapoo brothers to training. We have just completed our 5 week full day program and the boys are making serious strides in their behavior. We are thrilled and will now begin the journey of group classes for more socialization. Thank you to the team. Gianna, Ava & Liz really set the foundation for our boys to be the pups we dream of. Tara & Wayne Semisch
Everyone was great and look forward to continuing with group and individual training thru out the year
We could not be more impressed or satisfied with the program and staff. Our dog is young, very strong willed and a little destructive. This program went a long way to bring peace and order into our lives. Pup is much happier and so are we. Well worth the investment and we look forward to continuing with them. *** Gianna and Ava worked with her recently but all of the staff is awesome. Thank you!
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