October 5, 2008

Goodbye Doggie's Style!

Doggie’s Style, my favorite pet boutique has closed it’s doors. Debbie and James have been wonderful and have always been so kind and helpful with everything! We wish them and their family well and will miss them terribly.

If you have been purchasing your food “Taste of the Wild” there, rest assured that you will be able to pick it up at another place. Cherry Hills Animal Hospital, located on the South East corner of University and Orchard has a full selection of the different formulas and sizes for you to choose from!

Cherry Hills is a great little Vet clinic that I have been taking my pooches to, and they are always ready with a smile, cookies and lemonade in their cozy waiting area.

Cherry Hills Animal Hospital
5910 S University Blvd
Greenwood Vlg, CO 80121
Phone: (303) 730-3248

Tell them that Kate sent ya!

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September 15, 2008

Sit Means Sit Dog Trainers at Broomfield Days

It’s that time again! Sit Means Sit’s Annual Gathering is taking place this year at Broomfield Days! Over 80 Sit Means Sit trainers and their dogs will be meeting for a weekend full of workshops, training and FUN!

Come out to Broomfield Days on September 20th and check out all of the awesome demonstrations by some of the best trainers in the country as well as a spectacular Dock Dogs competition. You can even enter YOUR dog into the competition and see how he stacks up to those competing on a national level! It’s a blast and your dog will love the challenge. (go to www.DockDogs.com for more information)

Stop by our booth and say hi - come and sign up for a FREE Demonstration and Consultation as well! Tell your friends and bring your dogs - whatever you do, don’t miss out on this incredible, rare, opportunity to meet some of the finest trainers and see the incredible dogs in person!!

We look forward to seeing you there!

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August 27, 2008

Sit Means Sit of South Denver at the Greenwood Village Arts Festival!

Come check us out at the Greenwood Village Arts Festival coming up the first weekend in September!

We will be attending September 5, 6 and 7th, and will be demonstrating our dogs’ off-leash abilities and giving out information about our company. Current clients are invited to show up and bring their well trained dogs as well! This should be a fun venue full of fine art and entertainment. Bring your friends!

I’d like to thank the city of Greenwood Village for giving us the opportunity to showcase our dogs and add to the entertainment!

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August 21, 2008

Nicki having fun out at Aspen Grove

Here’s a picture of Nicki in her “uniform” having fun out at our kiosk at the Aspen Grove outdoor mall! Be sure to check us out!

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August 19, 2008

We take the “Shock” out of Shock Collars

The biggest stigma that Sit Means Sit as a company has to get away from is the idea that our collars are used for aversion training. This is the complete opposite of what our method promotes, and of the results that we get from our dogs. Our Sit Means Sit collars are developed so as to be unlike anything on the market. We have the flexibility of having many different levels of stimulation, so we can customize the training to any dog for any situation, while doing so in a gentle, and encouraging manner.

Traditionally shock collar training has been for aversion training, meaning that if the dog does something that is inappropriate, he gets a big, nasty shock to signal that the behavior is wrong. This leads to causing fear in the dog, and the collar loses its ability to gain the dog’s attention and trust. Those who say that this way of training is abusive is absolutely right!

Unfortunately, some do not know the Sit Means Sit method of using our own Remote Collar to maintain a healthy relationship between human and pooch, and how it differs completely from the aversion training methods. To those people, we challenge them to learn more about us and what we do, and to see our happy and impressive dogs so that they can see for themselves how different our training really is!

By using the Sit Means Sit method of getting and maintaining our dog’s attention, we enable our dogs to have more freedom than they would normally have, while keeping full control in any environment even with our dogs off-leash! This method is the most gentle method, without the need to give painful leash corrections, and without overfeeding our dogs treats. There is no need to always have treats on you to entice your dog to do what you want when he is distracted, and yet we still get to keep his happy and wonderful personality.

When training your dog, there is no need to use punishment techniques to get him to behave. We do not promote or train dogs to be submissive, but instead to be attentive, alert and well behaved companions. After all, we include dogs in our families to enhance our lifestyle, not to cause grief!

(For your FREE Demonstration and Consultation, contact Kate Ferencik of South Denver’s Sit Means Sit at 720-289-STAY (7829).)

The following is an article adapted from Electronic Collar? written by Fred Hassen and Brian Mowry that talks a little more in depth about who we are and what we do.

My life experience has been that, “People are usually ‘down’ on what they’re not up on.” Most people are uninformed on the technology and advances made with electronic remote collars.

Everybody wants the best for their pets and wants to find the fastest and easiest way to train their dogs. Many folks hesitate to try a remote collar because they worry that it might be a harsh method for training. We are happy to report that just the opposite is true! A remote dog training collar is a gentle method, in many cases more gentle than tugging on a leash to get your dog’s attention.

During my training sessions I always have dog owners feel the ’stimulation’ from the collar so they can be comfortable with the sensation their dog is feeling. Modern technology has evolved these collars so that all dogs from tiny Teacup Yorkies to Great Danes can wear the collar with comfort. Most people view electronic collars as a last resort for very problematic dogs. This is no
longer the case.

Some of the advantages of a remote collar are:
1. You can have control of your dog at any distance on or off a leash.

2. Obedience is learned very quickly without harming the dog or changing his personality.

3. You and your dog will become much more happier because your dog will better understand what you are asking from him.

4. Off-leash training becomes feasible from the first day.

5. The collars work through windows, walls and doors with a ½ mile range and even in water.

I have yet to see a behavioral problem that can’t be solved by good training with the remote collar. However, I have seen people that do not know how to use them. In terms of mistakes that can be made in dog training, a remote collar is no different than a leash. Just as buying a leash, choke chain or treats does not give you a trained dog, neither will just buying a remote collar. A
professional dog trainer is a must no matter what method you choose. A good dog obedience trainer can show you how to effectively communicate with your dog bringing about the results that you want.

Years ago the original electronic collars only had extremely high ‘shock’ levels with no adjustability as they were used to stop hunting dogs from chasing undesirable game. However, the dog training collars have come a long way since then. Modern technology has evolved in this field, just like it has with computers, cell phones, and other electronic conveniences. I find electronic collars to be the safest, most effective, and most humane way to stop unwanted behavior, and to motivate wanted behavior from dogs. Dogs have been, and always will be, trained in a variety of ways. If you have an older dog an electronic collar is still a great method bringing about the changes you want to see from your dog.

The collar is used to enhance your ability to communicate clearly and effectively with your dog. The collar is no different than a leash, just more versitile. The joys and freedoms that a remote collar brings to your dog make life much easier. it is a huge relief to be able to let Fido run around in the park and know that you can call him back at any time. Seeing your dog mingle with company without being a nuisance or jumping up on people is a reward for all of the work that goes into training. You can enjoy taking bike rides with him, not waking the neighbors up with his incessant barking - let your dog enjoy the freedoms that a remote collar can bring him.

With remote collar training there’s no need for yelling, raising your voice, and fighting or yanking on the dog. I know that my method will eliminate such levels of frustration from your relationship with your dog. You only have two jobs: praising him and helping the dog to learn. When you see the amazing results you will have finally found out where the remote collar is different than the leash!

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August 18, 2008

Teach your dog to swim

Here’s a great video of Ryan and “Reverend” having fun in the pool!

If you’d like to have tons of fun with your dog at the lake or at the pool, you can purchase a copy of Sit Means Sit’s “Teach Your Dog to Swim” video online at our STORE

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August 14, 2008

Sit Means Sit Opens a Kiosk at Aspen Grove!

Aspen Grove Shopping Center is a pet-friendly outdoor shopping paradise located near the NorthWest corner of Santa Fe and Mineral. We are pleased to announce the opening of Sit Means Sit South Denver’s Kiosk location on the main stretch of the mall.

The Kiosk will be open 7 days per week, and a trainer or employee will be available to answer questions and to take reservations for Demonstration appointments on Saturdays, Sundays and Wednesdays every week. Please feel free to fill out a demonstration request form on the days that we are not available at the cart.

Come and see us out at Aspen Grove! Bring your dog and enjoy a nice day of shopping and interaction!

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August 13, 2008

Vote for us on Denver’s 7News A-List!

We’ve been nominated for Denver’s best dog training company - please take a moment and vote for us!

CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR US

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August 11, 2008

The Art of Attention

Here at Sit Means Sit, we specialize in the Art of Attention.

With your dog’s attention, we can take his energy and direct his focus into much more constructive obedience activities. With his attention we can teach him that it’s fun to learn new things, and keep him safe in situations that he might otherwise be in danger.

Once we have our dog’s attention, we can give him the freedom of being off leash! What’s better for a dog than getting to run four miles for every one mile that you go? What about giving your dog the freedom to wander on the trails with you, and having the reliability of a solid recall each and every time you ask him to come to you?

Getting a dog is supposed to enhance your lifestyle, not hinder it! We want you to have FUN with your dog and take your dog ANYWHERE because you have his attention!

At Sit Means Sit, we don’t just tell you about all the wonderful things that our pets can do, we SHOW you!

Not everyone can guarantee attention like Sit Means Sit, which is why we are a world apart from any other dog training business!

Call us today for a free Consultation and Demonstration. (720) 289-STAY (7829)

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July 29, 2008

Choosing the right Food for Fido

Tons of people ask me, “What do you feed your dog?” They see the way that my dogs’ coats are so shiny and feel how they are so soft!

I feed a food called “Taste of the Wild”. There are three different flavors of this food, but they are really all the same in nutritional content. Taste of the Wild (TOW) is a grainless diet, meaning that it is made without the corn and rice fillers that are found in most shelf brand foods (such a IAMS, etc). The ingredients only include materials that are highly digestible and useful to your dog’s body.

Since this is a high quality food, it is slightly more expensive than your average brands, however you end up feeding MUCH less because it takes less to give your dog all the nutrition his body needs. The foods are designed for all stages of life, so it is appropriate for puppies on up to older adults.

Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids are added to the food blend, to give your dog the shiny coat and nice skin that he was born to have! Take a look at the website for more information about the nutritional content. In addition to the plus side of having a healthy coat and skin, your dog’s “output” will be much smaller and easier to pick up! This is because he is now absorbing more of the ingredients, and leaving very little behind.

Currently, TOW comes in only a dry formula, but is working on a canned version of its popular food. It’s important to give dogs, especially little dogs, crunchy kibble as part of their diet, to assist in keeping your pooch’s chompers healthy. If you decide to give canned food, be sure to mix it in with the kibble so that your dog is getting the best of both worlds. I recommend a brand called “Wellness” that is also a grainless formula, and can be purchased at Whole Foods Supermarkets.

I highly recommend Taste of the Wild for your dog, I’ve personally seen a HUGE improvement in the condition of all three of my dogs, to include coats, skin and energy endurance within three weeks of switching from IAMS to TOW. I’ve even started feeding the feline food to my cats!

The best place to purchase this food is at a local pet boutique called “Doggie’s Style” located at the Aspen Grove Shops off Santa Fe Drive and Mineral. It’s a great family owned and run boutique that is sure to help you out in spoiling your pet! Their very friendly staff are always ready with a smile and are extremely helpful!

When you do go, tell them that Kate sent you!

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October 5, 2008

Goodbye Doggie's Style!

September 15, 2008

Sit Means Sit Dog Trainers at Broomfield Days

August 27, 2008

Sit Means Sit of South Denver at the Greenwood Village Arts Festival!

August 21, 2008

Nicki having fun out at Aspen Grove

August 19, 2008

We take the “Shock” out of Shock Collars

August 18, 2008

Teach your dog to swim

August 14, 2008

Sit Means Sit Opens a Kiosk at Aspen Grove!

August 13, 2008

Vote for us on Denver’s 7News A-List!

August 11, 2008

The Art of Attention

July 29, 2008

Choosing the right Food for Fido

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