Pittsburgh Dog Training

CGC and S.T.A.R. Puppy Evaluations

We’re happy to offer AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and S.T.A.R. Puppy evaluations. Call us to see when the next CGC test day will be and start practicing now. 412-345-1748   CGC Test information can be found at http://www.akc.org/dogowner/training/canine_good_citizen/index.cfm. S.T.A.R. Puppy information can be found at http://www.akc.org/puppies/training/star/index.cfm

Sewickley Harvest Fest Fun

What a turnout at the Sewickley Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 7. We met many families who were interested in training and hope to see many new Sit Means Sit dogs in the coming months. Saw us but didn’t have time to stop and talk? Call 412-345-1748 to set up a free demonstration.   Other…

Fall Events for the Dogs!

Fall is a great time of year to get out with your dog. It’s not too hot, the leaves will start to change soon, and there are LOTS of fun events in the Pittsburgh area.   Here is just a taste: Sunday, October 6 – Susan G. Komen Paws for the Cure at Harwood Acres…

Welcome, OREO!

Oreo is a very loving, playful Bulldog mix. When she first came home with her new family she was an “extreme” puppy – jumping, nipping, playing – non-stop! She picked on her big sister, Sandy, a Beagle mix. Since starting training she has been much more enjoyable.   She likes going for car rides, and…

Welcome, BELLA!

Bella is a purebred English Bulldog who loves people, cats, other dogs and going to the dog park. She’s a social butterfly. Her motto is “Won’t you be my friend?” Bella’s best friend is her brother, Leo, a Bengal cat. And unlike most English Bulldogs, she can swim. Her favorite toy is “Baby” a stuffed…

SPOTLIGHT: Kipper!

Kipper is a Flat-Coated Retriever who loves continuous play! He was born in February 2013, and is a great companion for his parents. His motto is “Life is Good!” Favorite Toy and Treats: Three-sided chew toy and Purina Moist & Meaty or Taste of the Wild. Favorite Walk: Anywhere! Anytime! Pet Peeves: Sudden loud noises….

SPOTLIGHT: Hobo

Hobo and his littermates were found in an abandoned house in West Virginia when they were approximately 2 weeks old. They were taken to a shelter in Ohio and nursed by a surrogate dog mother. Hobo and his sisters were brought to a foster home locally and he was adopted when he was about 10…

Welcome, COPPER!

Copper is a young terrier mix and he lives up to the terrier in him. He was born March 21, 2013 and was found on Petfinder.com. He started working with Sit Means Sit as a young pup, just over 5 months old. He’s come a long way in a short time and is shaping up…

SPOTLIGHT: Rugsby

Rugsby (or Rugs) is a black Goldendoodle who loves to run and play and act silly. He was born in May 2012. He was brought home by his mom and dad (Stephanie and Jon) in June 2012, leaving behind littermates at Yankee Doodles & Poodles in Avella, PA. Rugsby was sad to leave his brothers…

SPOTLIGHT: MARLEY

Marley was born on September 18, 2012. Blythe and Bryce met her when she was six weeks old and fell in love, she came home with them a few weeks later. We started training when she was 10 months old. She’s energetic and strong “77 pounds of love”. There is a sign on the front…

Fun at the Animal Friends’ Mutt Strutt

Sit Means Sit participated in the Animal Friends’ Mutt Strutt on June 2, 2013 to support Animal Friends in their mission to find forever homes for companion animals in the greater Pittsburgh area. Warren, Creedence and Molly were featured on www.wpxi.com as they waited for the dog walk to start. Look for Sit Means sit at future…

Howl if You Like the Pirates!

  Copper and Lisa attended the April 16th Pup Night at PNC park – and were then featured on the front page of the Trib the following morning. There was a great turnout for Pup Night and we look forward to seeing more of you at each coming game. All games are on Tuesday nights:…

Big Success!

Thanks to the thousands of people who stopped by the Sit Means Sit booth at the 2013 Home & Garden Show. It was the biggest and most successful Home Show in Pittsburgh’s history. We’ll see many of you again soon at your private lessons, and group classes.

2013 Home & Garden Show

The 2013 Pittsburgh Home & Garden show is around the corner. Over 1,600 exhibits will fill 9 acres at the David Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh March 1 – 10. This is a great opportunity to come visit us and see our dogs in action, or maybe just relaxing. Ask us questions, tell us about…

Sit Means Sit and PNC Pup Nights!

Sit Means Sit Pittsburgh visited PNC Park. Look for us at the 2013 Pup Nights!