dog behavior issues

Is the Remote Collar for me?- a matter of perspective and understanding.

In the world of dog training there are a few hot topics that really get people riled up.  These topics include spaying and neutering, food choice, vaccination methods and training tools (to name a few).  Few topics though rise to the level of heated argument that is seen with remote collars, otherwise known as the…

Three new students become Pet Tech Instructors

This is the September PetSaver Class that took place in Boynton Beach Florida. This class included three new Pet Tech Instructors (Eileen, Michele, and Nick). Eileen is my office manager/asst trainer.

6 New Instructors Certified to Teach Pet CPR and First Aid

I recently had the honor to teach Pet First Aid to eleven students at the Sit Means Sit location in Dallas Texas. Six of those students became Pet Tech Instructors. Four of these Instructors are part of the Sit Means Sit Family. The first day’s class was very educational and everyone left with a better…

S.P.I.A.A. (Southern Police InstituteAlumni Association) Conferences

The 59th S.P.I.A.A. conferences are being held this week @ the” Hilton Oceanfront resort” on Singer Island, Florida. Sit Means Sit Palm Beach was asked to attend as a vendor/demonstrator for the event. Kody was a big hit and we had a great time.

Simmons Veterinary Clinic- PAWDI GRAS Event

The Staff at Simmons Veterinary clinic did a fantastic job in putting together this year’s client appreciation event. The theme was a spin off of Mardi Gras- Pawdi Gras. There were live bands, food and spirits, exhibitions by the folks from Disc Connected K9 and dog races. There were over 400 people in attendance and…

South Florida Home Show 2010- South Florida Fairgrounds

Kody, Kacey and I attended this years West Palm Beach Home Show at the South Florida Fair Grounds.. This was Kacey’s first major expo and is seen learning what will be expected of her in the events to come.

Barry Crown Annual Walk For The Animals 2010

Kody and I joined many other vendors and participants in this annual walk to benefit the services offered by The Peggy Adams Animal Rescue. Sit Means Sit sponsored the registration booth for this event. Many people braved the unseasonably cold temperatures to support this great cause.

WinterBark 2010

Kody and I attended and performed at the WinterBark 2010 event hosted by Compassionate Pug Rescue.  This was our second year doing it and again we had a great time.

South Florida Police Expo 2009

Sit Means Sit Trainer Bob Burnell and his dog Kody participated in the South Florida Police, Fire, and Security Expo at the Palm Beach Convention Center. Once again, Sit Means Sit showed off our style of training and the benefits that can be achieved. This year, we brought our new puppy- Kacey. I am not…

Sit Means Sit Instructor Bob Burnell teaches students about animal psychology

Sit Means Sit Instructor Bob Burnell and his dog Kody were invited to lecture at the Boynton Beach High School. The students were part of an advanced placement class that were learning about human psychology. Bob discussed with them the similarities as well as differences between human and animal psychology. The basics of classical and…