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The Best Dog Training in Charleston
Sit Means Sit Charleston provides professional obedience training for dogs throughout the greater Charleston, South Carolina area.
Our skilled trainers work with dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments. Whether your pup needs help with aggression, reactivity, anxiety, or general misbehaviors, we will guide them toward better behavior and lasting confidence.
At Sit Means Sit Charleston, we believe dog training should strengthen the bond between you and your dog. Every pup has a unique personality, so we take the time to get to know them and create a program that fits both their needs and your goals.
Our training methods combine proven, science-based techniques with positive reinforcement to help dogs learn in a supportive way. From developing reliable off-leash skills to staying calm in new environments, we prepare your dog for success in everyday life.
Ready to start your dog’s training journey? Contact us today for a free consultation or call us at 843-484-7171 to get started.
Any Age. Any Breed. Any Problem.
We train all dogs, regardless of age, breed, or behavioral issue. Whether you're looking to start your puppy on a path to lifelong success or want to teach your older dog some new tricks, we've got you covered.
Obedience & Behavior Management
We provide individualized one-on-one dog training programs tailored to meet your unique goals and specific needs.
Group Training
Our follow-up group training continues after our one-on-one training programs to ensure you and your dog continue to achieve your training goals.
Training & Services
At Sit Means Sit, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse range of training methods tailored to meet the unique needs of dogs and their owners. Our professional trainers are skilled in multiple training disciplines. We understand that every dog is different, which is why we take the time to evaluate your specific goals and recommend a training program that best fits you and your dog. Whether you're looking to improve basic obedience, address behavioral issues, or achieve advanced training goals, our team is here to support you with personalized, effective solutions.
Board and Train
If you’re looking for a stress-free dog training program, look no further than our Board & Train option. This program was designed with busy dog owners in mind, since we’re familiar with the difficulties of training a canine while working full-time. This option is also ideal for dog owners who have a trip coming up…
Day Train
At Sit Means Sit Charleston, our Day Training program provides a structured, hands-on approach that helps dogs become confident, focused, and well-behaved companions. Each training session is designed to build real-world skills and reinforce positive habits that last long after training ends. Our trainers use tried-and-true methods that emphasize clear communication, consistency, and positive reinforcement….
Private Lessons
For dogs who have completed a Day Train or Board & Train program and attended at least three Group Classes, our Private Lessons are the next step in their training. Whether you choose to do these sessions at our high-quality facility or in the comfort of your home, these one-on-one classes will take your dog’s…
Puppy Training
The first few months of a puppy’s life are a critical period for learning obedience skills. Since puppies are so formative during this stage, proper dog training is one of the best ways to create good habits that will stick with them for life. Our Puppy Training program uses attention-based training methods to help your…
Group Class
Current Clients View our group class calendar by clicking the link below: Group Class Calendar Sit Means Sit Charleston offers Group Classes for pups who have completed our Board & Train or Day Training programs. After mastering the basics, your dog will be ready to learn in a more distracting environment. These classes are an…
Therapy Training
To work effectively in environments that are often overwhelming and distracting, therapy dogs require specialized training to provide calming and loving support. Canines in these roles often work in stimulating environments such as hospitals, schools, nursing homes, and even disaster zones. Our trainers work with therapy dogs in training to ensure they’re ready to provide…
Behavior Modification Training
In addition to our training programs, we can train your dog or pup to overcome specific behaviors and emotions for a happier, healthier dog.
Aggressive
At Sit Means Sit Charleston, our aggression training approach helps ensure your dog builds confidence that lessens their ability to feel threatened in unique settings. We’ll work to learn the triggers of your dog’s aggression and help them learn crucial skills to lessen their anxiety and develop better reactions in potentially stressful situations. Why Aggression…
High Anxiety/Fear
Just like humans, dogs may begin to experience anxiety with confronted with new, unfamiliar situations. They might manifest their fear in a number of ways, such as excessive chewing, biting, trembling, whining, aggression, and even incontinence or elimination problems. These issues can not only cause you stress but also burden your dog with additional anxiety,…
High-Distraction
There are plenty of things that might distract your dog — new people, sights, sounds, and other animals, to name a few. But distractions can also cause certain dogs a lot of stress and anxiety, and your dog might easily get overwhelmed. These reactions might trigger a lot of bad behaviors and become quite difficult…
Off-Leash
Your dog deserves to have the freedom to explore their world, but they need to be trained to do it safely. If you want to ensure your dog still behaves obediently without their leash, then off-leash training may be the solution. Through off-leash training, your dog will gain control over some of their more reactive…
Reactive
Some dogs will barely acknowledge the neighbor’s cat walking through your yard, but others might overreact by barking excessively, lunging, growling, snapping, or startling. Their aggressive reactions to normal, mundane situations might cause you and your dog a lot of stress. Reactive dog training can help canines of almost any disposition avoid intense reactions to…
Socialization
Dogs with good social skills can more appropriately interact with different people, animals and environments. In fact, socialization can often help cut down on aggression, anxiety and other undesirable behaviors in these settings. Without being properly socialized, your dog may display unpleasant behaviors — excessive barking, lunging, growling, trembling, incontinence, etc. — when around new…
Trainers & Staff
Our certified Sit Means Sit Dog Training staff has extensive experience in resolving dog obedience issues such as:
- Jumping
- Barking
- Leash Pulling
- Counter surfing
- People aggression
- Dog aggression
- New Puppy Problems
- Housebreaking
- Basic Commands
- High Energy
- Anxiety
- And More!
Learn more about our team or jump start your training by scheduling a free evaluation today!
Salvatore Devivo Owner
Sal is a passionate person and dog trainer who has dedicated his life to helping pets and their owners. With a personal story of overcoming challenges with his own aggressive canine, he found his calling in the canine instruction industry. Over the past 8 years, he has attended numerous seminars, worked with renowned trainers, and…
Nia Stevens VP, Operations/Owner
As a lifelong animal lover, I’ve had the privilege of caring for various pets, from birds to dogs. Working at a pet store was one of my first jobs, and animals have always been a source of therapy for me. When I sought help from Sit Means Sit for my aggressive pit bull, I was…
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See More ReviewsChristine, Zack, and Cassie were all absolutely amazing!!! They are all super personable and professional, very helpful with questions and concerns that we had about training and specific things we wanted to do with Layla (or dog)!! Now Layla walks super well, she can get in the car much better (which was a huge problem for a while) and she’s overall more obedient and asks for permission more often! Double points that I met Christine out in public and she took the time to tell me about training even though she wasn’t on the clock, and she was super enthusiastic about it! Now that Layla is graduated we will definitely be coming back for group and private lessons (which were included in the original cost)!!
Everyone there was friendly and knowledgeable on how to train our dog Diego and us. They made it simple enough that our 10-year-old was able to control Diego when needed on the first day. The best thing about Sit Means Sit is that our family can enjoy Diego all the time.
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