Sit Means Sit Summerlin

I. Am. Amazed.
This is a first class, no nonsense, professional, let’s get down to business training for your dog and YOU.
D’Awna came to our home a couple weeks ago and spent well over an hour for the free consultation & assessment.
About a week later she returned for the first lesson and our pug Charlie has been transformed already! We are only at the beginning of this journey, but the fact that I can go for a pleasant walk with him on a leash after that first lesson is amazing.
Every dog is different and results will be, too. I also had to be willing to take constructive criticism and not be defensive, because I have been a huge part of Charlie problems. D’Awna is extremely well spoken and was very understanding and I did not feel defensive or judged.
I cannot wait to see him progress and to begin our other «problem child» in this program!
Invest in you and your pets happiness!

Flashback 6 months ago: I tried all sorts of collars, vests, harnesses, leashes-​nothing stopped my dog from going rouge on the leash. I hated to walk her. Plus, she was a fraidy cat. Cried when we left her even for a minute and coward around other dogs. Oh, and when I called her, you could just tell she was thinking «you talking to me?»
Now? She walks next to me in ‘heel’ position, sits on command, and we can leave her home for a few hours. She plays with other dogs, even the big ones! And yes she comes when called! It is great having a happy pet and a companion that enjoys going for walks and to play in the park.
D’Awna has been a great trainer, for me and my dog! We had a couple private lessons and now attend the group lessons. Although I did not sign up for the ‘board and train’, I see fast results during group class with those pups. The group classes vary weekly and include the basics, tricks, advanced skills, and group walks. They are a lot of fun for me and my dog!
A big thank you to Unilocal for helping me find D’Awna!

I have nothing but positive things to say about Sit means sit, and D’Awna, my dog trainer. This is simply the best investment for you and your dogs!!! I have two Puggles. The truth is, as much as I love them and treat them like my children, they had a lot of problems that I allowed to go on for years. I enrolled them in immersion training. D’Awna took my boy home for ten days, and when he returned I simply could not believe the difference. My family joked that she spray painted a well behaved dog to look like mine and swapped him out. He has been doing amazing since coming back home. He listens… truly listens to me and is just as well mannered as can be. She currently has my girl for immersion, and I can’t wait to get her back and see the results. D’Awna is very good with the dogs. She is incredibly knowledgeable and you can see she cares for you and your dogs. I have yet to take a group class, but have had several private lessons, and will eagerly attended group classes! I feel as though the price is very fair, especially seeing the results. It has been worth every penny!!!

I can’t say enough about how awesome D’Awna has been! I have a very rambunctious husky that has been a bit of a challenge for me but with D’Awnas help both me and my dog are much more relaxed and have made so much progress. The changes in my dogs behavior are amazing he has come so far and is only getting better. She is so nice and patient with the dogs, really addressing each dogs individual needs. If I ever need help she always stays and answers any questions I have and gives me advise and solutions to changing the behavior. D’Awna is the best and I highly recommend sit means sit training it has been a lifesaver for me and my husky!

I was told about Sit Means Sit from a friend who signed up for the Beginner Class. I had been looking for some training for my young bully mix (who thinks its funny to run away from me into on-​coming traffic –true story) for a while. However, I had given up hope looking because most training was out of my price range. BUT, I heard about SMS’s class and I signed up on a whim– It was the best thing I’ve done for my dog (besides adopting him). The trainer was a very knowledgeable and caring teacher. In the beginner class, we went through all the basics– sit, stay, wait, lay down, etc. It was well worth the money– in fact I feel like i got a fantastic deal and should have paid more!

Rocky and I have been going to training with Rachael and Dan as well as the rest of the staff for about 10 months now. The training has been awesome for both Rocky as well as myself. I tried several different training techniques and trainers with very little results prior to reaching out to Sit Means Sit. Now Rocky is so much better behaved. I can’t say enough about how caring and determined Rachael and Dan are about both the dogs and their owners. They will truly go the extra mile in helping you. You only need to ask. Rocky just couldn’t swim so Dan came over and in only a few short lessons Rocky will now get in the water by himself when I tell him to and actually swim around the pool. If it weren’t for Rachael and Dan I don’t think we would have ever gotten Rocky to behave as well as he does now. I can’t recommend Rachael and Dan enough. Its a great program run by great people with great results for the dogs and their owners. Keep up the great work…

Great training. The concept is unque not what most people think. Rachael and Dan help you understand that. Also, they are very knowledgable in all aspect of training and canine behavior. I take 4 dogs to Sit Means Sit and the love it. They seem very happy and excited to go to the group classes. The hardest part for me you gets to go this week

Signed my 10 month old, 55 pound bulldog up for Sit Means Sit after much research and trying out another training facility, and have never looked back. After only a couple of months, Bentley is a new dog and I actually enjoy going to classes and taking him for a walk which I never thought would happen. Rachael and Dan really know dogs and how they think and they know how to train them and their owners. Sit Means Sit is a God-​send, don’t even consider any other training… private lessons, lifetime classes anywhere Sit Means Sit is located and one on one attention, it is worth EVERY penny!

First off– dog behavioral problems can not be fixed in 5 or less sessions. It’s been almost 2 years since my female pittie boarded for 2 weeks with Rachel and Dan. Since then I have been attending their on-​site, in park classes in Summerlin as well as their classes at the corporate office. Rachel, Dan (who my dog adores) and the entire Sit Means Sit staff have been nothing but educating, supportive and knowledgable while my pittie and I both learned to change our habits. In the past, my dog was unable to be in the same room as a strange dog and now she sits there with her full attention on me, completely ok with the other dogs. They have done a great job at catering the activities in classes to my pittbull and the other dogs’ specific problem and creating situations which help them work through these problems. In the process, if your dog is the most problematic in class she/​he will not be treated like a pariah. The Sit Means Sit staff and clients are very tolerant and understanding when it comes to problem behavior. New dogs come in weekly and with work improve and change so drastically that everyone knows its only a matter of time before that problem dog is changed too. For this reason, the corporate and on location group classes give you plenty of opportunities for your dog to work on whatever issues it may have. It also can be useful as just plain teaching your dog some off leash commands. The collar is definitely not a shock collar and has been a vital tool in teaching my dog to pay attention. The trainers will work with you and help you tailor your training to what works for you. I wish I would have done this when I first adopted my pittie. When you sign up don’t expect an instant miracle. If you have major issues such as aggression it will take work and persistence in class as well as out of class. It’s been a learning experience for me and I’m preparing my dog to take the Good Canine Citizen test. Whatever your goals the trainers are here to assist you. The great part is group classes are UNLIMITED for the LIFETIME of your dog! Ps. If you have a dog aggressive pittbull talk to Rachel she has tons of experience with them.

Hands down totally satisfied with their services. We have two pit bulls that started with Summerlin Sit Means Sit back in the beginning of this year. They have come so far since starting the program. They sit when the door bell rings, they sit when people enter our house, they dont pull on walks, they are able to sit on place around other dogs without moving, they heal at our sides while on walks, among other things. We go to as many weekly classes as we are able to and no matter when we go all the staff is absolutely wonderful and helpful. They never make you feel like an outsider and they are helpful and patient with all the dogs. We couldn’t be happier :) Thanks Dan and Rachel!!!

SIt means sit dog training are amazing. Firstly, they are so friendly and accommodating. Rachael is wonderful when I have a question, comment or concern she is always around and calls back right away to help me out. I just got a mastiff puppy who is afraid of going outside the house! And my roommate has a yorkie who originally owned the house barking constantly and even biting before we had a few training sessions. I love the fact that they are always willing to help out and guide us through our specific dog issues. My mastiff is finally leaving the house with little issues. I think the main thing that sets these trainers apart from the rest is the fact that they take the time and effort to work on your specific dog issues and won’t stop until they are all taken care of. Also, I boarded my dog with them and they are amazing as well. I would highly recommend them if you want your dog to be a well behaved happy family member.

Rachael and Dan are really as good as it gets! My dog was always friendly to other dogs, but once she got attacked by two big dogs, she changed. She started snapping at other dogs at the dog park, she started barking and lunging at them while on a walk. I was heartbroken and I felt devastated thinking that she might always be this way. I will admit that the idea of using an e-​collar scared me. I thought it was mean. I was completely wrong. It’s never used as a punishment, it is only used as an extension of your voice. It made complete sense. When she is in «freak out» mode when seeing another dog, she can’t hear a word I’m saying. She is way too intense to hear me, even when I’m screaming. With Sit Means Sit, they teach you how to communicate with your dog even when they are in an intense state. The results I saw even on the first day were amazing. The first class I went to, Pepper had to wear a muzzle and tried to attack EVERY dog in class. I kept at it, and after several classes, and a board and train session with Rachael and Dan, I’m seeing that Pepper can be who she really is, a friendly outgoing dog even with other dogs. When I was on vacation, Rachael sent me a video of Pepper playing and having fun with other dogs! It made me tear up, it was so great to see her being a dog again. Just the other day one of my kids let Pepper out of the house. My neighbor was on a walk with his greyhound. Before I could grab her, Pepper approached the greyhound respectfully and they met each other normally, with no incidents! I was so thrilled and relieved! If you have any kind of issue with your dog, I assure you Rachael and Dan can help you!