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About OurWest Des Moines, IADog Training

Sit Means Sit Dog Training provides you with comprehensive obedience training in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding areas.

We believe in the loving and lasting relationship between owners and their dogs. Our professional dog trainers are equipped with the latest training strategies to best serve you and your dog’s needs. We want you to feel confident and satisfied that your dog is in the best hands possible.

We offer training for all levels and breeds, from minor dog obedience issues to severe hostile behaviors displayed in an aggressive dog. We also offer services for all ages whether you just got a new puppy or have an older dog with bad habits. In order to build a trusting relationship and ensure we are targeting your dog’s specific needs, we make it our goal to become personalized with every dog we train.

Our West Des Moines, IA dog trainers are here to make your life easier by teaching positivity and confidence!

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Dogs

Any Age. Any Breed. Any Problem.

We train all dogs, regardless of age, breed, or behavioral issue. Whether you're looking to start your puppy on a path to lifelong success or want to teach your older dog some new tricks, we've got you covered.

Obedience & Behavior Management

We provide individualized one-on-one dog training programs tailored to meet your unique goals and specific needs.

Group Training

Our follow-up group training continues after our one-on-one training programs to ensure you and your dog continue to achieve your training goals.

Training & Services

Board and Train Dog Training

Board & Train

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, so most of the training afterward is teaching the owner how to maintain what was taught throughout the process.… Read More

Day Camp Dog Training

Day Camp

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. We will assist in working through any problem behaviors, such as aggression, biting,… Read More

Private Dog Training

Private Lessons

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. Work through any nuisance behaviors and obtain obedience, no matter the distraction!… Read More

Behavior Modification Training

In addition to our training programs, we can train your dog or pup to overcome specific behaviors and emotions for a happier, healthier dog.

Aggressive

An aggressive dog can cause difficulties when trying to incorporate them into your daily life, and can create stress and strain for everyone in your household. Often these behaviors stem from factors like inadequate socialization, fear, stress, or negative past experiences. Working collaboratively, you and your trainer can address and resolve some of these behavioral… Read More

High Anxiety/Fear

Whether it’s a fear of strangers, other dogs, or separation from their owner, it can be incredibly challenging to train an anxious dog. Our trainers will work closely with you and your pup to gradually increase their comfort zone through positive experiences, building your dog’s confidence in a safe and productive way. Signs of Anxiety… Read More

High-Distraction

Does your dog bolt the second they see a squirrel, person, or another dog across the street? These distractions are unavoidable in the real world, which is why our trainers focus and specialize in high-distraction training. With consistency, we can help direct your dog’s focus to you in any situation when distractions arise.… Read More

Off-Leash

If you aspire to enjoy the freedom of having your dog off-leash while exploring your favorite trails or during camping adventures, off-leash training could be a perfect fit for you and your furry companion. Off-leash training is distinct from obedience, although skills such as recall are the foundation of off-leash training. Our trainers will begin… Read More

Reactive

A reactive dog overreacts to normal situations that other dogs would take in stride. They become overstimulated easily and may bark, lunge, and growl at something as simple as another dog or person walking on the other side of the street. Attention to training is extremely important, as reactivity can turn into aggression. The cause… Read More

Socialization

Socialization with dogs, humans, and other animals is a great way to ensure a well-mannered and confident dog. The best time to socialize is between 10-16 weeks of age, but not all dogs get to experience socialization as a puppy. A lot of rescue dogs enter their new homes without proper socialization, which can put… Read More

Meet Our

Trainers & Staff

Our certified Sit Means Sit Dog Training staff has extensive experience in resolving dog obedience issues such as:

  • Jumping
  • Barking
  • Leash Pulling
  • Counter surfing
  • People aggression
  • Dog aggression
  • New Puppy Problems
  • Housebreaking
  • Basic Commands
  • High Energy
  • Anxiety
  • And More!

Learn more about our team or jump start your training by scheduling a free evaluation today!

Meet the Team
Ryan Dey Owner & Head Dog Trainer at SMS Des Moines

Ryan Dey Owner & Head Trainer

Before coming to Iowa, Ryan Dey worked with over 1,000 dogs and clients as a part of the Sit Means Sit Orlando team in Florida. As the head trainer there, he worked with all ages, breeds, and temperaments. His ability to connect with clients and dogs alike is what led him to Des Moines to… Read More

Emily

Emily Trainer

Emily has been a professional dog trainer with Sit Means Sit for over 7 years, originally getting her start alongside Ryan at Sit Means Sit Dog Training Orlando, Florida. Over the years Emily has had the honor of training thousands of dogs and finding her passion in the areas of service and therapy dog training.… Read More

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I have used Sit Means Sit Dog training over the last 8 years and I couldn’t be more happy with the training my dogs and I have received! Ryan & Emily are fantastic to work with no matter the dog you have or the issues your dog may be working through, they are the epitome of caring about their clients! Not only are they both fantastic dog trainers, they provide a phenomenal boarding and training experience as well.

- Nikki M.
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After a bad experience with a previous trainer, I got my puppy into sit means sit. I can’t tell you how much my pup has improved with his obedience! Definitely recommend this place to everyone! Emily and Ryan are awesome

- Brigit W.
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