Sit Means Sit: Best Dog Training In Island Heights, NJ
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#1 Dog Training In Island Heights, NJ
Sit Means Sit Dog Training of Ocean County is your Nationally Acclaimed Local Expert in Basic Obedience, off-leash Control, Anxiety, and Aggression.
At Sit Means Sit, we understand the best dog training services are ones that incorporate you – the owner. From basic and obedience training to adult dog positive reinforcement and one-on-one training sessions, our extremely knowledgeable team has over 20 years of experience using the latest and most effective methods and strategies.
Whether you’re looking for home dog training, basic training for a new puppy, or removing bad dog behavioral issues in an adult dog, Sit Means Sit will take care of all your dog training needs. Each training process we put together is customized for you and your pup. We’ll begin with a free initial consultation to determine what you want to change in your dog’s behavior and develop a training process to achieve exactly that.
Sound good? Then give us a call today, or click the link below to schedule your free consultation right away!
Dog Training Classes
Any Dog Any Age Any Problem
Puppy Training in Ocean County, NJ
Our Puppy Management program is focused heavily on obedience training and socialization in the first 16 weeks of your pup’s life. After all, when it comes to instilling lifelong good behaviors, these first 16 weeks are crucial – and, with a great trainer, can prevent bad habits from forming later in their life.
Benefits of Puppy Management:
- With a recently adopted puppy, you’ll have one less thing to worry about because you’ll know that through obedience training, they’re on the path to a happy and healthy lifestyle.
- If you’re already starting to notice troubling signs of aggression and disobedience, puppy training can help correct that behavior before it gets out of hand.
Doggy Day Care: One Of Our Most Popular Dog Training Services
The “Day Care Training” program is our version of doggy daycare where you drop your pup off to us in the morning and they will be trained all day! During the day, the best trainer for your dog will work on the strategies laid out in your initial consultation, whether that’s ironing our behavioral issues or preparing your pup to live happily in your own environment.
Once your program is complete, you’ll be invited to our Group Training Classes, which are held twice weekly!
This is the perfect option for:
- Working pet parents
- Owners who don’t want to part ways with their dog at night
- Getting in a full day’s worth of training
(*Behavioral training may be covered under some pet insurance policies. Check with your provider!)
Dog Boarding & Training in Ocean County, NJ
If you’ve tried other trainers to no avail or require dog training services more urgently, our Boarding & Training course may be more suitable. This is an intensive program where your pooch stays with us day and night until the desired results are achieved—and it’s custom-made for your pup, so what we do with a different dog may be totally different to you. On completion, you’ll also be invited to join our Group Classes.
We have 3-12 day customizable plans for this option.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation for you and your puppy!
(*Behavioral training may be covered under some pet insurance policies. Check with your provider!)
Private / Home Dog Training in Island Heights, NJ
**Existing Clients Only
If your pup has gone through one of our Day Train or Board & Train programs but you want a little more one-on-one help from our training team, we are here to help! Our private lessons are designed to incorporate YOU into the training, and you’ll work intensely with your pup alongside our professional training team. One of our professional trainers will help you with everything from feeling confident in your local dog park to preparing your pet for home living!
Why Choose Private Lessons:
- You’ll get one-on-one support to continue improving your skills as a handler.
- As a pet parent, you’ll be provided with the proper knowledge to continue Fido’s training at home.
- You get to take pride in knowing you helped your pup achieve a happier, healthier, and more confident lifestyle.
Group Class (Real Dog Park Experience!)
**Existing Clients Only
Once your dog has completed one of our individual training programs, they can join us in Group Class!
Group Classes are designed to fine-tune your dog’s obedience training and keep it engaged. They are held in our facility, public parks, and local pet-friendly environments, giving you an amazing opportunity to continue your doggie’s training around distractions. They may even make some friends along the way!
Dog Trainers & Staff
Professional trainers. Attentive friendly staff.
With over 20 years of dog training experience, I have had the pleasure of working and training with some of the top dog trainers and dog handlers both nationally and internationally.
Some of my recent accomplishments include providing Sport Dog and Protection Dog seminars, Obedience Classes, general dog in-services and training for specialized protection dog groups. I also am a Dog Sport Club Training Director and Instructor.
In addition to providing education and training services, I continue to attend countless training seminars and continuing education hours to include some of the most recent and up to date training techniques in the pet/dog industry. I also have my Dog First Aid/CPR certification, updated yearly.
My passion for training dogs has taken me to multiple Sport Dog competitions from AKC Obedience to Protection Sport Association (PSA). In the last few years with my dog ‘Rocky”, we have accomplished some of the highest levels of recognition in the Dog Sport world. Achieving multiple Regional and National Championships. This included 2015 PSA Level3 USA National Champion, 2016 PSA Level3 USA Highest scoring team of the year, 2017 PSA Level3 USA Regional Champion, 2017 PSA Level3 USA National Champion, 2018 PSA Level3 USA Regional Champion, 2019 PSA Level3 Canadian National Champion.
Throughout all my years of training I have learned the greatest enjoyment for me is being able to help and give others the ability to communicate with their dogs, creating a long lasting relationship. I truly feel blessed to be able to give back to the community by showcasing Sit Means Sit training as a smarter, faster and more reliable form of training to all.
While training dogs is my passion, I also have 6 dogs in my own”pack” at home including 4 Malinois, 1 German Shepherd, and the boss of the house, our rescue dog “Star”.
Service Areas
We proudly serve the following areas in Ocean County.
Cities
- Coltsneck
- Toms River
- Allenhurst
- Keyport
- Middle Township
- Wall
- Stafford Township
- Manchester Township
- Lakehurst
- Brick Township
- Howell Township
- Lakewood
- Asbury Park
- Long Branch
- Freehold
- Holmdel
- Hazlet
- Malboro
- Bayville
- Beachwood
- Berkeley Township
- Deal
- Fair Haven
- Howell Township
- Island Heights
- Lanoka Harbor
- Manahawkin
- Ocean Gate
- Point Pleasant
- Rumson
- Sea Girt
- Ocean County
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Dog Owners Reviews
We love customers and their dogs. They love us.
Honestly the best decision I made was having my dog trained through Sit Means Sit. The price is totally worth the investment you will receive for years to come! My dog started at 6 months old and after the 6 weeks the results are amazing! The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and supportive. Sit Means Sit…
We took our 4 year old lab Buster to Sit means Sit for some manners! He was a great dog but needed some manners when he was out and about! Our goal was to be able to bring Buster out with us to be part of our family! Buster started as a board and train…
AMAZING! Ray, and all of the amazing trainers, at Sit Means Sit have helped my boyfriend and I to properly train and understand our newly adopted adult Pitbull. Not only do they teach your dog and target specific concerns you may have, they also teach you how to properly communicate with your dog. We can…
I cannot say enough good things about Ray and the whole team at Sit Means Sit! I was in a tough season with my dog and everyone there was so amazing and actually helped me manage my dog in a way that is easy to understand and fun for myself and my dog to learn….