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Dog Training Experts In Lakewood, CA

Sit Means Sit is about more than obedience training. We are CA dog trainers dedicated to fostering relationships between dogs and their owners.

We offer highly customizable programs that cater to every dog’s needs. Our staff comprises only the best dog trainers who excel at correcting negative behaviors that go beyond basic obedience. We use our deep experience to rewire your dog’s brain in how they behave. Common issues we address include leash pulling, reactivity, chewing, jumping, aggression, barking, resource guarding, and more.

Keep reading to learn more about our dog and puppy training options. You can also schedule a free consultation with a certified dog trainer.

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About Sit Means Sit Dog Training

Dog Training Classes

Any Dog Any Age Any Problem

Day Train Program

The Day Train Program is our solution to busy people who still want well-behaved dogs. We work with your pup all day to ensure that their obedience skills are well-instilled and long-lasting so that you notice an immediate difference at the end of the day train program. Our trainers walk you through the entire process so that you can communicate with your dog in their new “language” and maintain the training for life.

Benefits of Choosing Our Day Train Program:

  • The end-of-the-program training includes one-on-one private lessons. All your training is specifically tailored to the issues of your dog.
  • When ready, your dog is invited to our lifetime group classes for continual skills development and training maintenance.

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Private Lessons

Private lessons are for the pet parent who wants to be actively involved in the outcome of their dog’s training. They’re designed to cater to the needs of you and your dog. You can choose the time that works for you and the location that causes the most trouble for your dog.

Why Choose Our Private Lessons?

  • You get to be directly involved in your dog’s training.
  • Sit Means Sit is attentive to all your goals and helps you achieve them directly.
  • We walk you through the program every step of the way so that you never feel left out or behind when it comes to your furry best friend.

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Dog Trainers & Staff

Professional trainers. Attentive friendly staff.

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Lisa-Marie BruceOwner/Trainer

As a Vet Tech and Zoo Keeper, Lisa-Marie has worked with dogs and cats, bears, sea lions, seals, and monkeys. She has also run Information Technology departments, taught English and computers in Latin America, and taught high school math. Lisa-Marie rescued a Dutch Shepard mix, Chucho, from Mexico. Chucho was extremely anxious and highly reactive. Sit Means Sit of southwest Florida was the only trainer to take him. Recognizing the immediate and positive impact this training had, Lisa-Marie decided to join the best dog training company. In 2022, she opened Sit Means Sit Long Beach. Her goals are to help you have a happy, confident, and obedient dog.

Service Areas

We proudly serve the following areas in Long Beach.

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Zip Codes

  • 90712
  • 90755
  • 90805
  • 90806
  • 90807
  • 90808

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Dog Owners Reviews

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Matt Robards

Sit Means Sit Long Beach is an amazing! We have our one year old Husky in training with them and they have worked wonders in a very short period of time. Our Husky is very stubborn and has zero recall when we started, but after just one lesson, she now comes when called without a…

A Young Choi

10/10 experience!! I can’t recommend this dog training service enough! My dog used to be extremely reactive to humans and big dogs; walks and outings were stressful and embarrassing because she would bark, lunge, and resource guard me and her treats. After just four private dog training sessions, her behavior completely changed. She’s now calmer,…

Emilija Stojanovic

We found Lisa-Marie more than 2 years ago to help us with our reactive dog. We tried everything else and multiple other trainers and nothing else worked. Training with Lisa-Marie has allowed us to attend numerous group classes and pack walls which helped our dog’s reactivity immensely. We enrolled our second dog into training as…

Ray Tuggle

I had a great experience with Sit Means Sit for my Beagle. She’s come a long way from where she started. Her leash walking has improved a lot, she sits when I need her to, and she’s much more attentive to commands. The structure and consistency really made a difference. I’m definitely seeing progress and…