Puppy Socialization and Training Elkton, MD

Whether you’re a pet parent for the first time or looking for a program to simplify the training process, Sit Means Sit Dog Training is here to help. Our certified trainers provide a fun, educational experience for puppies and their owners.

How many times a week does that yummy treat work perfectly indoors, and then lose all effectiveness as soon as you walk out the front door? It’s like your dog’s previous training doesn’t exist! The right knowledge and tools enhance your life as well as the life of your dog.

We address this and establish the strong obedience and social skills needed for a foundation of attention-based training. Our puppy obedience training program is designed for pups between eight and 15 weeks old. Start your learning journey with us today with our puppy training classes.

Benefits of Puppy Training From Expert Dog Trainers

We go beyond the basic training methods. All of our dog trainers complete a Sit Means Sit Dog Training certification, receive ongoing education, participate in extensive training classes, and attend conferences to learn from other professionals.

Enrolling your puppy in our training lessons offers the following:

• Enhanced communication skills: Learn how to communicate, strengthen your trust and reinforce good behavior with your puppy. Distraction training is crucial to functioning well in the real world.
• Confident dogs for life: Improve your confidence as a pet owner and help your puppy overcome fears of social interactions.
• Increased safety: Build your pup’s obedience and keep them safe in challenging situations or environments.
• Lifelong skills: Teach your four-legged family member to follow basic commands throughout your everyday routines. We offer efficient training that lasts a lifetime.
• Deeper bonds: Develop a deeper connection with your furry companion as you share learning experiences and achieve personal goals together.

Our Puppy Training Package

Sit Means Sit Dog Training offers compassionate care and expert guidance throughout the early stages of your puppy’s life. Our professionals are dedicated to teaching your pup the important behaviors and skills needed to become a well-adjusted adult dog.

Our basic puppy training features the training essentials with educational lessons and practices to implement at home. We equip you with all the training tools you need for a happy, healthy future. By the end of it, you’ll have your dog’s attention, regardless of your dog’s emotional state (excited, afraid, etc.). You will also see unprecedented problem-solving abilities.

Basic Commands

Our foundational program covers basic commands to enhance communication with your pup and increase your pet’s overall safety in new or distracting environments. When it comes to a safe dog training field, our offer is put forward in a constructive and positive manner that has a lasting impact.

Some of the essential skills include:

• Come: Teach your puppy to respond immediately and return to you.
• Sit: Get your dog to sit on cue and listen for further instructions.
• Stay: Have your pet remain in a designated area until released.
• Down: Instruct your puppy to lie down on the ground.
• Leave it: Tell your pup to ignore or release objects.

If you have any ideas of taking your dog into physical therapy fields or therapy certification programs, these commands are crucial to have a foundation. With this as the basis, you can easily move on to more advanced techniques and training goals.

Housebreaking Training Methods

Puppy housebreaking, also called potty training, is an important skill for your pet to learn and can help prevent accidents in your home. Our experts offer guidance to establish a routine your dog will understand with our potty training process.

We provide recommendations to help you get your pup into the habit of pottying outdoors, on absorbent pads or in a designated indoor area. With consistency and praise, your dog will understand what’s expected of them and learn to “hold it” until their scheduled time to go potty.

Dog Crate Training

Dogs are considered den animals and prefer having a cozy area where they can sleep with blankets or bedding. Crate training teaches your puppy to feel comfortable and safe in the small space.

Our certified trainers help you create happy associations with puppy kennels using commands, praises and treats. Crate training assists with the housebreaking process, makes supervision more convenient to prevent risks and makes transportation easier whenever your pup joins you for a ride.

Leash Walking & Leash Training

Puppies need guidance when they start walking on a leash. With the right training for leash control, you can avoid having your dog run, tug and jump at everything that seems exciting.

Our certified trainers effectively teach your pup to explore new sights, sounds, and smells while remaining calm. This training experience helps channel your dog’s energy and helps them feel safe and comfortable while you establish boundaries and take the lead.

Socialization

During their first few months, puppies are the most curious and accepting of their environments. Puppy socialization helps introduce your puppy to new experiences in a supervised, controlled way.

Our puppy lessons provide a welcoming setting where your puppy can meet other pets and pet owners. We help your puppy develop social skills, build confidence and acclimate to different sounds. One of the benefits of sending your children to school regularly is that they meet like-minded children to be their friends. It’s the same idea with puppies.

We also practice gentle handling, which helps your dog have friendly reactions when someone reaches down to pet or play with them. Reinforcing good interactions with others can help keep your four-legged friend calm throughout grooming services and vet visits.

Why Choose Sit Means Sit Dog Training?

Sit Means Sit Dog Training is a leading choice for puppy and dog obedience training programs. Our franchise has over 155 locations nationwide, making it the largest dog training franchise in the United States. We’re proud to provide pet owners with the following:

• Comprehensive solutions: Enjoy signing up for more learning experiences later on with private lessons, day training, and group classes. By always keeping our mission in mind, we ensure an ideal training plan for each individual.
• Tailored training services: Receive a customized training program based on your furry companion’s personality and behavior. This also allows us to give you the best dog training cost for your situation.
• Dedicated professionals: Get helpful guidance and work with certified trainers to accomplish your goals. Skilled and aware, our professionals are able to use remote dog training collars as a neutral communication system, allowing effective and efficient communication with your puppy.
• Reputable services: See what happy pet owners say about our quality services and transformative results. We believe all the dogs in the world should have a shot at living life to the fullest, regardless of the dog’s age, breed, or experience.

Start Your Pup Off on the Right Paw With Our Training Classes

Ready to go beyond dog training videos and start your in-person learning journey? The friendly staff at Sit Means Sit Dog Training is excited to meet you and help your dog achieve their goals with a happy and relaxed attitude.

Contact us online or call (302) 292-9913 to schedule a free training demonstration and evaluation with one of our team members utilizing advanced techniques and our proven process. We’ll discuss your needs, answer any questions you have, and provide more information about our training program.

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