Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Buffalo

Lauren Haase

2023-09

One of the best feelings as a dog owner is when you are out with other people and their own fur babies but they can’t stop commenting on how well behaved yours is. That is all thanks to everyone at Sit Means Sit. The training was clear, the expectations were given and everyone is so helpful and responsive. One of the main things that out Sit Means Sit above the others is that they don’t just throw you into group classes. The training package comes with four individual sessions for YOU (yes you the owner) so that you are confident in your ability to take charge of all future training. I highly recommend!

Corinna Powell

2023-12

Highly recommend Sit Means Sit for behavior modification for reactive dogs. My 4 yr old terrier mix was becoming increasingly reactive to other dogs and to people. Tom has helped turn that around. He is extremely knowledgeable, patient and effectively communicates what is expected and needed to get the job done. The individualized attention is well worth the cost of the program. Phoebe (and I) still have a way to go but we are looking forward to continued improvements with group classes! Thank you Tom!

Benjamin Rinaldo

2024-02

When we first went to sit means sit, I knew my dog was controlling my life more than I controlled hers. But after a few weeks of training I truly feel like I have a much better control over my dog. I can. I can truly say that my dog feels less like a burden and more feels like an indefinite part of my life. From the bottom of my heart, I want to say thank you for giving me this ability to be around my dog without her controlling my life.

Katelyn Murray

2024-03

Don't walk, RUN to Sit Means Sit if your dog (or you!) needs training. I rescued an adult dog during COVID who was the last at the shelter and no one would foster because he was "scary" and "aggressive." He was reactive on the leash and I was scared if he ever got to another dog. And I had never had a dog so no clue where to start. Fast forward to meeting Tom - who taught us how to handle him, how to be confident and give him confidence and direction. When I say this dog is the most loving and docile dog now, it is an understatement. He was just scared and confused and needed guidance. He now can be off leash with other dogs and we've adopted a second rescue that he is so patient with. Our second dog, is more of a handful than our first. We thought, we know what we're doing now and Nixi said, ha, wait til you see this! She is a high drive, high energy, bossy girl who needs totally different things than our first. So back to SMS we went and they have worked wonders on helping us understand how best to meet her needs and how to handle different situations. Both dogs and us are always a work in progress, but life would be wildly different and mostly unmanageable with our two fur-babies if it wasn't for Tom, Meg and the SMS team! They truly care about their clients and their dogs. Highly highly recommend and will be back if my husband ever lets me adopt another dog :)

Hinako Bird

2024-01

My dog is a very nervous rescue dog. We tried different kinds of trainings (a couple of personal trainers with a boot camp, even tried some anti-anxiety meds!) some helped but didn’t go so well and we had kind of given up havinv our social life at my house. Now I am quite comfortable inviting my friends over (still a beginning!) and know how to deal and help this poor dog.Thank you so much, Tom!

Lauryn D

2024-05

I love the team here because everyone is so attentive and listens/answers every question I have. I was desperate when I got my dog bc I could not control his behavior and did not know how to. Now he is a whole new dog and we work so well together. We both have learned so much and will continue to learn throughout our next few classes and I’m excited for what is to come

Michael Ernst

2023-05

If you put in a little work outside of classes you get the results your looking for. Every one of the trainers and staff are very friendly and helpful. When I am out with my dog and I see other people struggling with their dog I am so happy I went to Sit Means Sit. Definitely worth the investment.

Wende Brydges

2024-03

We are beyond grateful to Tom and his staff. I honestly cannot believe how far we’ve come in 6 weeks. I have learned so much and gained confidence in my ability to have a safe, welll controlled best friend.

ts preisch

2023-08

We had a great experience with Sit Means Sit! We debated using a team that boards and trains but opted for Sit Means Sit lessons. We know training isn’t just dog the dog but also to teach us how to help our girl. We like how we learn what Checkers learned during her training. We are shown what to do and given homework. We are all growing.We are encouraged to call/text whenever there’s a question or problem. Meg answers quickly and thoroughly.Pros: Personalized, knowledgeable trainers, open communication, different real world training situations, and community.

Nicole Grimmelt

2023-07

Sit Means Sit has been absolutely amazing with my dog Frankie. He has already learned so much, and most importantly he has learned self control in the last 4 weeks of his day training! I would also like to mention how amazing the staff, and Frankie’s trainer has been! They will love your dog as their own when you walk through that door ! I can’t wait to see how much more Frankie will grow in the next couple months !

Ellen Dubie

2023-06

We had a great experience at Sit Means Sit. Simply put, Caitlin is amazing! She’s incredibly knowledgeable, positive, and patient, and gave us the tools we needed to continue training our dog. The entire staff is wonderful. They were helpful and always available to answer our questions. I highly recommend them!

Nadia Lee

2022-05

Our dog's 1st two lessons have changed our home life completely. Still needing to work on leash walking but thats more on us and the weather. This place and trainers are a true game changers. I would highly recommend!!!

Linda Sinatra

2023-05

Sit Means Sit Buffalo to me stands behind all they say and do! I am so grateful to have Thomas,Caitlin and Meg as my support team. I am working with them and my 16m now 18m old Rottweiler who has a bit more drive then my previous Rotts. The team has working with myself to be a better leader to my dog and they are giving tools to also make my dog a happier pup. I appreciate this team and the challenges they are pushing me through. As I say this is a Marathon not a Sprint and these 6 weeks have been trying, but if you put the work in you will see results as I am now and I enjoy the progression and am awaiting what is ahead, I may not get Gold Metal at the end but a Silver shows we are getting there and will continue on not matter how long, this team I know will carry us for as long as I need them, thank you again to all of them....Linda, Mike and Church

Nannette Marschner

2023-05

I couldn’t recommend enough!! Trainers are so very helpful and knowledgeable. They will do everything they can to give you a positive experience and success. We saw immediate results after just one week. We had tried training before with different trainers and online courses and were very discouraged by the results. Sit means sit was the answer!! We enjoy our dogs more than ever! We are able to take them places we would never have attempted before. If you’re in need of training for your dogs this is the place to go! Couldn’t be more pleased.

Karen Howard

2023-09

Wow!!! What a change in Mira! No more twirling and lunging at other dogs. Walking is so much better with her now. She loves coming to training! I can’t thank the staff enough, always helpful and very patient with training the dog and the human!

Mary F

2023-05

Excellent experience with my almost 2 1/2 year old smart, stubborn and big bundle of love, poodle. The people there love dogs and it shows. Their method is rewarding the positive behaviors you want and the training is as much for we humans to be consistent, timely and patient. The SMS team continually checked to be sure I too was doing things correctly and helped me ( I guess I'm as distractable as my dog be LOL!). They are also very responsive to text messages if you have questions and get stuck. I highly recommend and can't wait for the next part of our training in groups!

Sara Checko

2023-05

The team at Sit Means Sit has worked WONDERS for my dog, Bridget! She is 6 years old and has never had any training as a puppy (due to previous owner) so we were quite literally trying to teach an old dog new tricks. My husband and I could barely get her out of the car and walk 3 feet to the door without getting completely mauled, dragged, or jumped on. Now after a few private lessons, her and I can just casually go for walks like normal people! The vast improvements Bridget has made through this program have honestly brought me to tears. I am so happy, I can't thank them enough!!!

Sharon Brand

2022-05

We have nothing but great things to say about "Sit Means Sit Dog Training".They know what they are doing. We adopted a blind and deaf dog who is a 5 month old puppy. She is wonderful but training would have been nearly impossible for us without help. She is now walking like a champ, using the backbyard for potty and gets along great with everyone she meets. We cannot recommend this training facility enough.Thank you Tommy and Colleen for all you have done for our family. Even with working individually with our youngest daughter to help her feel completely at ease with Evie.

Cassidy Kreuzer

2021-05

Sit Means Sit is an incredible dog training program! I have so many amazing things to say. My dog, Daisy, entered this program with extreme reactivity to other dogs and impulse control issues. I had trouble gaining control over her, and she used to practically drag me down the street during our walks. After 9 months of training with Sit Means Sit, the improvement in Daisy's behavior is astounding! Now she sits in a room full of other dogs every Saturday during group class, and Daisy is virtually unfazed. I even look forward to our every day walks, because I know I am in complete control! My everyday life with Daisy has improved because of our training in this program. Tom is extremely patient with both Daisy and myself, and has helped instill confidence in the both of us during our training. He takes the extra time and attention to help all of his clients and their dogs. Highly recommend!

Skyler Rutkowski

2023-05

SMS was excellent for my dog, Everest. You can go back yourself and see the changes he made in the videos SMS has posted on their social media. Everest has always been a good boy but he's a goofball and stubborn. After just 4 days of day camp classes, he listens so well, he can relax when he'd usually be over-excited, and the walking changes has been monumental. Tom and Caitlyn were both great trainers (for both my dog AND me!) and I could tell how much Everest respects them just by how they all interacted. We start group classes soon and I can't wait to see what he learns next.

Jake Krezmien

2023-09

Amazing experience all around. From onboarding to the private lessons, everything was top notch and the lessons we learned allowed us to learn as dog owners and for our dog Penny to learn as well. 10/10 would recommend.

Maggie

2021-05

We started training with Tom last summer for our Aussie/border collie mix, Charlotte. Unfortunately around the age of 7 months Charlotte became extremely fearful of men and she started showing signs of fear aggression. She would lunge and try to bite any male that walked through our house. After being referred to Tom by Kindermutt, we signed up for the private and group lessons and they have been life changing! Charlotte is now disciplined and we can have people over knowing that she will stay in her designated spot and not hurt anyone.To anyone who is weary of shock collars, I understand, however they are an amazing tool to communicate with your dog. Tom actually made us feel the top shock prior to using it with our pup. I don’t think this level of progress would have been made without using a shock collar.Sit means sit and Tom have brought peace and hope back into our lives! It has been worth every penny.

Mary Brooks

2023-07

Sit Means Sit Buffalo has helped our big Saint Bernard Eeyore so much. Thank you.

Melissa Durwald

2022-05

The best decision we made sending our golden retriever puppy to Sit Means Sit!!!Excellent staff, very accommodating and most importantly they really have a genuine love and caring for the dogs!We now have a well behaved dog!

Elizabeth Cattarin

2021-05

When we first adopted Derby he destroyed our living room when he was left alone. He ripped up carpet, tore down blinds, and chewed the doorknob off the door. Our ottomans were shredded and we were worried our couch would be next. When we tried to put him in his kennel we quickly found out he was absolutely terrified of it. I don't mean "would have a bit of a tantrum" I mean a complete shrieking heart attack meltdown. Our neighbors told us no matter how long we were gone the howling and shrieking wouldn't stop, from when we left until when we got home.My worries weren't just for my stuff. He could easily swallow something dangerous or hurt himself in his panic. Not being able to be in a kennel means vet visits, groomers, boarding, all of that is off the table or much more difficult, not to mention not being able to use the kennel for it's intended purpose as a safe spot for an anxious dog. I have loads of experience with rehabbing behavior issues with animals but this was way, WAY above my ability.Tom with Sit Means Sit Buffalo had him straight in 5 weeks. We could safely leave him alone, were on our way to having him happy with the kennel again, and just as a nice bonus, he's off leash trained with a killer recall. And now a year later of classes he's a happy, confident, fun little dog who loves training, tricks and hikes. He's learned manners with other dogs, confidence with new people, and loads of other skills that make living with him and having him in public a dream.I HIGHLY recommend this trainer.

Stephanie Rajewski

2023-05

My male siblings were aggressive towards each other. Not wanting to pick one over the other, I found Sit Means Sit and gave them a call. The staff was so friendly and worked with my boys and I to help us all feel more at ease. They are so patient and understanding and are truly there to help address whatever issues you may have. I would highly recommend them!

Lisa Foss

2023-09

Great training! My dog instantly took to the trainer. He was clear, concise, and we'll educated. I wholeheartedly recommend Sit Means Sit!

Lori Gniewecki

2023-07

Sit Means Sit Dog Training was excellent. They work with you and your pet for what your particular needs are. I would highly recommend them.

Task Trained Tails

2023-05

After just one lesson my dog now loads into the car without hesitation, and is more engaged and genuinely attentive to me. I am a full believer in the Sit Means Sit method and would highly recommend them to others!

Mackenzie Kruger

2021-05

My dog is extremely dog reactive. Sit means sit has cut that in half in the past four months. We aren't as scared to go out places with our dog anymore, and look forward to continuing to train more with sit means sit! I wish we would have found them sooner!!!!