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We offer professional puppy obedience and dog training in Middletown, Newark, Dover, New Castle, Christiana, Glasgow, Wilmington, and Bear, Delaware, as well as Elkton and surrounding Maryland areas.
Sit Means Sit Dog Training is part of the largest dog training franchise in the United States, with over 140 locations throughout the country. At our company, our professional dog trainers understand that every dog is different and unique in their personality, temperament, and behavior. With that being said, we work collaboratively with owners and their dogs to form a customized training program that aligns with their goals.
While Dover is on the edges of where we see clients come in from, our reputation for transformational dog training causes folks to make the drive up to us. We offer a vast array of programs ranging from basic puppy training and obedience to extended-stay boarding and training. Our trainers also have expertise in working with dogs who demonstrate behavioral issues such as separation anxiety, aggressive behaviors, reactivity, and fear.
Generally speaking, we are a Delaware-based group of dedicated and professional dog trainers who believe in helping reach a dog’s potential. Our training programs are centered around positive reinforcement and educating both the dog and their owner.
Let our professional Maryland and Delaware dog trainers help your four-legged friend become their best self! Contact us today for a FREE Training Demonstration and Consultation!
Dog Training Classes
Any Dog Any Age Any Problem
Day Train
Drop your dog off in the morning and pick them up after work in the evening. You’ll be amazed with how much of a difference a day makes! During Day Training we will teach your dog structure that will enhance your relationship with your pup and you’re included every step of the way! After each session, you will meet with a trainer and go over what was covered that day!
We can also focus on specific behavioral issues such as separation anxiety, fear, or aggression. The results will be a happy, confident, and well-behaved companion!
Group classes are also included with our Day Training programs in order to provide further support and practice for the dog and owner.
Ready to get started? Fill out our free consultation form today!
Private Lessons
Private lessons are designed to incorporate the owner into the training experience. You will be paired with your own personal dog trainer who will be dedicated to you and your dog’s satisfaction! Private lessons allow you to work side by side with your dog throughout their training and are great for learning skills and techniques to reinforce at home.
Private lessons are also a great option for those looking to solve specific behavioral issues such as aggression, fearfulness, or separation anxiety.
Group classes are also included with our private lessons in order to provide further support and practice for dog and owner.
Private lessons are conducted at our facility, but we also offer in-home dog training lessons! Contact us today to learn more!
AKC Puppy Preschool
The first 20 weeks of your puppy’s life are crucial in establishing strong obedience and social skills to last a lifetime. Our Puppy program is specially designed for puppies 8 weeks to 15 weeks old. This program lays the foundation for our attention based training and helps puppies learn to overcome fears and learn fundamental basics. Our puppy trainers make this FUN and educational for puppies and their owners!
The Puppy Training program will focus on:
- House-Breaking
- Kennel Training
- Socializing your Puppy
- Basic Commands
- Leash Walking
- And so much more!
Start your new pup off on the right paw! Contact us for a free consultation.
Group Class
Once your dog has completed one of our individual training programs (day train program or private lessons) they can join us in group class!
Group classes are a great way to keep your dog socialized and allow your dog to continue their training around other dogs, owners, and a variety of distractions.
We offer a variety of dates and time to accommodate the busiest schedules! Our current classes are held on the following dates and times:
- Wednesday’s @ 7:30pm
- Thursday’s @ 10am
- Saturday’s @ 9am
- Saturday’s @ 10:30am
- Saturday’s @12pm
Structured Daycare
Our Structured Daycare Service is designed to provide your dog with a balanced day of care, training reinforcement, and relaxation while your’re away. With drop-off as early as 6:30 AM and pick-up by 6:30 PM (M-F), we offer a safe, calm environment without dog-to-dog interaction to maintain control and focus. Your dog will enjoy scheduled crate time for rest, bathroom breaks, and lunch, while practicing important commands like “place” and “door manners” to reinforce good behavior at home. A detailed report card will be sent home so you can stay updated on your dog’s day.
Reactive Dog
Our Reactive Dog Training Package is designed to help dogs who struggle with reactivity toward other dogs, people, or unfamiliar situations. Through a structured 5-week program, we equip your dog with foundational obedience and control skills, followed by targeted reactivity training. With personalized support and real-world scenarios, we work to reduce reactive behaviors, build confidence, and improve your dog’s ability to stay calm in challenging environments.
Transportation to Training
We offer convenient transportation to our training facility, ensuring your dog arrives safely and stress-free for their sessions. Whether you’re busy or simple prefer the convenience, we handle the logistics so your dog can focus on their training progress.
Wedding Pet Attendant
Our Wedding Pet Attendant Service ensures your dog can be part of your special day without the stress of managing them yourself. From walking down the aisle to photo sessions, we handle your dog’s needs, including transportation, care and supervision throughout the event, so you can focus on enjoying your celebration. Let us make sure your dog is perfect part of your wedding memories!
Dog Trainers & Staff
Professional trainers. Attentive friendly staff.
Kasey joined Sit Means Sit as a client first when she brought her 2 year old boxer Adonis in to help with his insecurity. Having trained racehorses for over a decade, working with the trainers of Sit Means Sit renewed her love of training animals. And having found success with her own dogs Adonis and Marvel, she wants to help others build the same confident relationship with their dogs. She can now do things with Adonis she didn’t think we’re possible and wants other to experience the same
With over 15 years of experience in dog care, Heather brings a wealth of expertise to Sit Means Sit. She has a background in boarding and rescue facilities and has also worked as a veterinary technician assistant. A certified AKC proctor, Heather leads many of our Star Puppy and CGC classes. Known for her calm, patient, and confident training style, Heather excels in working with elderly clients and helping anxious dogs build confidence. She finds great joy in strengthening the bond between owners and their furry companions. Outside of work, Heather enjoys spending time with her American Staffie, Evelyn, who is also an anxious dog. She loves family time, visiting breweries and wineries, and watching football on Sundays. Fun Fact: At a young age, Heather’s passion for animal care grew from her grandmother’s shared interests, ultimately leading her to choose this career path.
Hailey has always had a passion for working with animals. For the past 10 years, she has worked in shelters and veterinary offices while studying animal behavior at the University of Delaware. She finds joy in helping pet owners strengthen their bond with their pets through training, watching those relationships thrive.
Hailey and her Alaskan Klee Kai, Dakota, love hiking on weekends and running errands together. She also shares her home with a Chesapeake Bay Retriever, a Shiba Inu, and two Great Danes.
Fun Fact: Hailey minored in Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware and can identify most native birds by sight and sound! She is also interested in training dogs to assist with wildlife research, specifically to help locate animals affected by habitat loss.
Service Areas
We proudly serve the following areas in Elkton, Newark & New Castle.
Counties
- New Castle County
Cities
- New Castle, DE
- Newark, DE
- Christiana, DE
- Glasgow, DE
- Bear, DE
- Elkton, MD
- Wilmington, DE
- Townsend, DE
- Middletown, DE
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My husband and I adopted a young shelter dog, picked up as a stray. She is about a year and a half and had never lived in a home. Lily needed to learn manners, obedience and structure in order to live in peace and harmony. Sit Means Sit staff, Grace and Courtney, took charge and…
I was amazed with the results even after the very first class! Our pup is so much better than we expected after only 3 lessons. We look forward to continuing on with the group classes that are included to get the most out of the program, and see even more improvement with our pup! Shout…
Great experience at Sit Means Sit with our two bull terriers. They were patient with our stubborn bull-headed dogs. They lay a good framework and give you the tools but the owner must do most of the training at home. They do give good support and the graduate lessons are great to continue the work…
I have a Belgian Malinois which is an active, strong-willed breed. I am so thankful for the training at Sit Means Sit. My dog is doing amazing. She is like one of those TV dogs now. And it’s fantastic to have the opportunity to continue practicing with the group classes after the private sessions. She…