Sit Means Sit - Massachusetts helps dogs and their owners build lasting obedience through customized training programs designed for real-life situations. We work with puppies and adult dogs of every breed, size, and temperament. Whether your dog struggles with jumping, leash pulling, barking, reactivity, aggression, or poor recall, our experienced trainers create a program tailored to your goals.
We proudly serve Boston, MetroWest, the North Shore, South Shore, and surrounding Massachusetts communities. Schedule your free evaluation today and discover how our proven training approach can help you enjoy a happier, more confident, and well-behaved dog.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Barking
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Do you want the best for your Dog? Do you lead a busy lifestyle? If you answered yes to any of these questions our Board & Train Program is the dog training program for you. Let our Massachusetts Dog Trainers address your dog’s bad behaviors and develop them to be an obedient canine companion.
Group classes
In-home training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Adult dogs
Puppies
Training level
Beginner training
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Refresher trainingCustomer-reported
Assistance and working dogs
Hunting dog training
Protection training
Additional services
Boarding
Consultations
Free consultation
Other listed services
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Dog Bite Prevention
Dog Handlers
Dog Handling
Leash Control
Lunch & Learn Educational ProgramProgram details
Do you work as a Veterinarian, Vet Tech, or in the pet industry? Would you like to have Sit Means Sit address your staff regarding dog training, dog behavior problems, or dog bite prevention? We’ll provide the lunch and you will learn important tips provided by our staff of experienced dog trainers.
SeminarsProgram details
Would you like to host a dog training seminar? Have our staff of professional dog trainers address your group. We’ll cover basic obedience to off-leash control. We will also address behavioral problems such as aggression, submissive behaviors, nuisance barking, jumping, and leash pulling.
Working Dog
Day Train ProgramProgram details
Do you like the idea of having someone initially train your dog and then do some of the training yourself so you become a more experienced pet parent? That is what our Day Train Program is all about!
Obstacle Courses
Free Training Evaluation
3-Week Training Course
Dog Training Evaluation
Dog Training Programs
Dog Training School
Dog Training Sessions
Initial Training
Level Training
Owner Training
Training Course
Week Training
Training Lessons
Dog Trainer 3
Complete Training
High Anxiety Dog Training
High Distraction Training
Personal Dog Trainer
Dog Training Events
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Questions & answers
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How much does your dog training cost?
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 in scheduling one, give us a call at (508) 444‐8878
Community answer · Sit Means Sit - Massachusetts · 2021-09-21
Yes, we offer private lessons that are tailored for your individual needs. They can be done in your home or in public. If you are interested, give us a call (508) 444‐8878
Community answer · Sit Means Sit - Massachusetts · 2021-09-21
5/5I knew we needed help when we were chasing our puppy, Emmett, around the backyard to try to get him back into the house. Our neighbor had the happiest, most well-behaved dog in the neighborhood, so I asked him what the trick was. He recommended Sit Means Sit. We made an appoin…Read full reviewClose full review
I knew we needed help when we were chasing our puppy, Emmett, around the backyard to try to get him back into the house. Our neighbor had the happiest, most well-behaved dog in the neighborhood, so I asked him what the trick was. He recommended Sit Means Sit. We made an appointment with Dave, and that ended the days of chasing our puppy in the yard. After we trained with Dave, our entire family and puppy were happier. Emmett came when we called him and did a great job on walks. We were also able to bring him to soccer games and dog friendly events without worrying. When Emmett turned two this past summer, we found that we needed a refresher course. Dave met with me and Emmet and after an hour, Dave had both of us back on track. I cannot recommend Sit Means Sit highly enough. The training truly made all of us, including Emmett, more confident and relaxed.
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Stephen McManus
5/5
Dave is one of the most dedicated professionals we have worked with, and his compassion makes training enjoyable for the whole family. His work has improved both our dogs’ behavior and our relationship with them, while creating a safer environment for our 16-month-old daughter. We have referred more than half a dozen friends and neighbors to Dave and recommend him without hesitation.
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Lisa E. Mercer
5/5
We worked with Dave to train our 8 year old English Cocker in January of 2026. Dave was amazing to work! He made sure we understood how to keep the training going. Tex loves to chase cars and is a persistent dog, the training has help so much and made walking him so much better. Thank you!
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Jaime Regan
5/5I can not say enough positives about my experience with sit means sit. My dog was trained with Dave nine years ago. Over the years, I’ve called Dave for help when my dog’s behaviors became challenging and he’s helped to correct them and to reinforce the basics with my dog. As the…Read full reviewClose full review
I can not say enough positives about my experience with sit means sit. My dog was trained with Dave nine years ago. Over the years, I’ve called Dave for help when my dog’s behaviors became challenging and he’s helped to correct them and to reinforce the basics with my dog. As the years went on, I became more lax with the use of the collar and the commands so my dog’s behaviors unfortunately became worse. We recently got a new kitten and my dog began to exhibit aggression towards the kitten. I called Dave and he was happy to have us do another training session with him to reinforce the basics once again. He also gave us plenty of helpful tips on how to best introduce the dog to the new kitten. Now, it’s on us to keep up with what we’ve learned. I am so appreciative and thankful for Dave!
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Kristen Heller - Planning for Good
5/5
We have worked with multiple professionals to train our reactive dog. No one has gotten the results that Dave has and he gone further in one day than a year with our last. It’s fantastic to see the confidence our dog has. We finally have one of the well behaved dogs I used to be jealous of!
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