In-Home Dog Training in Jacksonville, FL

A Sit Happens trainer, never a salesperson, comes to your home. They ask about your dog, watch you and your dog interact, and, weather permitting, take you outside to demonstrate with their own trained dog what your dog will learn. Back inside, they answer your questions and explain what a 3, 5 or 7 lesson program covers, then ask once which works best for you. Whether you sign up or not, you’ll have tips you can use right away.

Sometimes, and it’s always your choice. We show you how we use one during the free in-home consultation, then you decide. When we use one, it’s set to the lowest level your dog can feel, and the tap is paired with your dog’s name at the exact same time, so it simply means “come to me.” See exactly how we train.

No. Using the collar for any kind of punishment or correction is not tolerated with our trainers. The tap means “come to me,” followed by praise and excitement, and that’s all it’s ever used for.

You bet! Sit Happens is the most established dog training provider in the Jacksonville area with over 15 years in business and 10,000+ dogs trained. We’re experienced in working with puppies and dogs of all life stages and have catered to more than 250 breeds.

Sit Happens is Jacksonville’s most-reviewed in-home dog trainer, with a 4.9-star rating from 800+ Google reviews. But we’re more than just another dog trainer— we’ve earned our reputation for a reason. While typical training might focus on getting your dog to follow commands, we go beyond the basics. Our approach is all about your dog’s overall wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable in their environment and strengthening their bond with you.

We make sure you and your family are part of the process, giving you hands-on lessons and exercises to practice with your dog between sessions. This way, you’re not just teaching your dog commands— you’re building an unbreakable bond with your furry friend.

Yes. Each of our trainers goes through a rigorous 90-day certification course. We only hire trainers with extensive prior experience who pass our thorough vetting process. Each of our trainers also carries their own professional accreditations and affiliations. They are required to undergo 100+ hours of continued education each year to stay up-to-date on the latest science-backed methods.

Of course. One major advantage of private training is that it fits into your lifestyle. Other training services make you drive to a facility on a strict schedule and charge extra for the flexibility of in-home lessons. At Sit Happens, all of our training plans are designed to work within your schedule.

Yes, we can either train each of your dogs individually or hold private group sessions with all of your dogs together. Each of our trainers can work with up to five dogs at a time.

Yes. In order to keep you, your dog, and your trainer safe, we kindly ask that you ensure that your dog has received all their vaccinations.

Yes, the cost of private dog training is comparable to group dog training, yet it’s twice as effective. In a group training setting, your dog has to overcome the distraction of other dogs they don’t know while still trying to learn the basics. Private training offers an array of additional benefits, including flexible scheduling, personalized lessons, and one-on-one attention from the trainer.