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About Our Group Class Dog Training

Clients who have completed our day camp or private training can attend our dog training group classes.

These classes are meant to continue your dog’s journey. You will be coached through new and old techniques, meet like-minded dog lovers and advance your skills. By coming to group class you will be refining and reinforcing all the new skills you’ve taught your dogs in their foundational programs.

If you’re a current client looking to schedule a group class, click here.

Benefits of Group Dog Training Classes

After dog private lessons or day camp programs, you may wonder what’s next. You can invest in group training sessions to continue learning in environments that allow your puppy to:

  • Socialize: Have your dog practice interacting with other pets and people in a supervised group setting.
  • Continue training: Ask questions, implement commands and learn from other pet owners.
  • Practice obedience: Practice the skills you’ve learned to sustain and reward your dog’s good behavior.
  • Help protect your dog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Teach your dog to tune out distractions, listen and follow your instructions.
  • Improve your communication: Enhance the shared understanding between you and your dog.
  • Strengthen the bond with your dog: Form a stronger connection and make memories together.

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Dogs

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.

Group Class FAQs Questions & Answers

In most cases, no. Group classes are included as part of your program because they are beneficial to your overall success. You are not obligated to attend, but any group classes not completed before the expiration date will be forfeited.

If there is an unexpected circumstance, such as moving out of state for a new job, please reach out to our office and we will work with you to make the best use of classes remaining or potentially seeing about transferring the remaining group to a new Sit Means Sit location.

Unfortunately, group classes can not be paused. We include six months to one year of time to use the group classes with the expectation that there will be periods of time that you can not attend due to illness, travel, or life change.

With group classes being offered several times per week, even if you have to take time off here and there, you should still have plenty of opportunities to use your group classes around other events in your life.

Almost any dog meeting prerequisite requirements could be a good fit for group classes. For example, slightly shy dogs could benefit from interacting with others during class time, and dogs that get excited around other dogs could benefit from practicing self-control.

Every dog starts off in Transitional group class (unless you have an aggressive dog). Once they are ready they will go through level testing. Based on those results, your trainer will inform you whether you need to continue training in Transitional or can move into the Advanced group.

It depends on how fast you can test out of transitional! See above for our testing dates and requirements.

Our group dog training classes are tailored to your specific needs, considering factors like your dog’s age, temperament, and your training goals. Existing clients can purchase a single class for $40 per session or join the Good Dog Club for unlimited classes at $75, with the first month free! You can find more information on our pricing page.

Snagging a spot in a popular class can take some planning ahead. The scheduling system will only show classes taking place in the next 14 days – including today – but space is limited. Our best advice is to figure out which group class time works for you and to try to sign up shortly after it becomes bookable (basically 12 to 13 days before the class).

Most classes don’t become fully booked until about three to five days before they begin, so there is some wiggle room, but if you’ve been struggling to find open classes, planning ahead will most certainly help. You are also welcome to call our office if you need additional assistance.

It’s a possibility! Every Sit Means Sit location makes their own rules about transferring group, and if they even offer group classes in the first place. Please give our office a call and we can help look into the Sit Means Sit nearest your new home and will find out if group classes will transfer and what limitations there may be.

Yes, group dog training offers a great way to retain skills and socialize with others.

At Sit Means Sit Austin, we require all dogs to start at the same level, which offers an opportunity to refresh skills and ensure you haven’t missed any critical information before moving forward.

We specialize in training for aggressive and reactive dogs and have a group class specifically designed to help with that problem area! Once you’ve completed the foundational part of training and learned how to manage your reactive pup, our Feisty Fido group class will provide a safe outlet for you to practice having positive interactions between your dog and others who are working towards the same goals.

Dogs in Feisty Fido class are always muzzled for everyone’s safety and class attendance is limited to keep the class completely under control.

In most cases we will hold class unless the weather has become dangerous. We all know Texas weather is unpredictable and changes very quickly, so we will typically wait as long as possible before making the decision to cancel a class. We do hold classes in the heat, as well as in the rain.

Please bring appropriate necessities, such as water for you and your dog when it’s hot and towels to wipe muddy paws before re-entering the car when it’s rainy. If a class is canceled, we will notify all clients via email and/or text, so please check your devices before leaving for group class if the weather looks iffy.

There is a strict cancellation policy of four hours before the group class. We want to make sure that nobody misses an opportunity to come because someone else cannot make it for some reason and didn’t cancel. There will be a $25 no-show fee, or that class will be deducted from your total allotment of group classes.

Sit Means Sit Austin is a leading choice for North and South Austin group dog training. Our company offers classes in over 150 locations across the United States and Canada. Check out our list of places to find the closest training center near you.

Our group classes offer continuous education and support after your fundamental training. Want to see our skill development and behavior transformations? Watch our training videos to see how we help pet owners accomplish their goals.

Meet Our

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!

Meet the Team
Chirag & Tara Shah

Chirag & Tara Shah Co-Owners

We became the proud owners of Sit Means Sit Austin in 2022. Our love for dogs began with our own experiences fostering and adopting from local shelters. We currently have a sweet Pitbull mix named Dino who is full of curiosity and teaches us something new every day! Chirag has always been an entrepreneur, running… Read More

Ismael Cavazos

Ismael Cavazos General Manager

Born and raised in Houston, I’ve lived in Austin since 1993. I graduated from the University of Texas in 2000 with a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts with a concentration in printmaking and conceptual art. As a young boy, my first pet was a German Shepherd and throughout my life I’ve always had a furry companion.… Read More

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We have been so happy with the progress our pup has made! Sit Means Sit trainers have gone the extra mile to keep in touch and make sure we are staying consistent with training. I highly recommend for anyone looking to have a stronger connection with their dog!

- Frank
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For awhile I’d said my dog Buck had good heart but bad manners. After a year of working with him myself and getting virtually nowhere, I decided to come here. Christian and the rest of the staff heard my goals and helped me hit them. In less than a month, Buck has become a new dog. While he’s not perfect (but who is?), I feel so much better equipped to deal with the occasional slip up. Also, training has changed from a chore to the highlight of my morning. I could not recommend these folks more highly.

- Matt & Buck
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