Sit Happens: Dog Training & Behavior Modification

Don at Sit Happens is by far and away the best person to take your puppy or adult dog for training. He’s a pro in every way and it will take you just one session to realize that. Your won’t regret it!

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Don is by far the best trainer that we have worked with. He really understands dog behavior and individualizes his approach to each dog. We previously had lessons with a training club that often didn’t feel safe due to aggressive dogs in close proximity. Our dog is really small and we feel completely comfortable at Sit Happens. Our dog has really come a long way since staring training here. It was evident after just the first lesson that we were working with an expert in the field. We are so happy to have found this St. Pete gem! More...

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We love Sit, Happens! I could watch Don train my baby labradoodle all day. I came to him before I decided what kind of dog we were getting and he completely opened my eyes to the perfect kind of dog for our needs AND pointed us to our dream breeders. We have 2 toddlers, 2 businesses, and travel frequently, and Don has helped make getting a puppy a reality for us. He helps you change your mindset about your dog’s behaviors and what your responsibility as a dog owner actually is. Our baby Hetfield is a fluffy little angel, so let’s be real who is actually getting the training. Do the homework he gives you, practice weekly, and remember when they mess up it is your responsibility and Sit, Happens will be the perfect place for you to learn how to train your dog. More...

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I’ve been taking my mini schnauzer to Don’s group classes for two years. Not because my dog isn’t well trained by now, but because of how much she enjoys going. We mastered basic obedience and earned the American Kennel Club’s canine good citizen recognition. Now, we’re having fun in agility class and working toward getting her able to pass a therapy dog test to volunteer at local hospitals. Don preaches ethical, positive reinforcement training. No choke collars or anything that would ever harm your dog. He explains how your dogs brain is working — it’s as much lessons for you as it is for the dog! It can be hard work, but it’s so worth and Don and his team make it such a joy. More...

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Love Sit Happens! First of all, the decor is adorable. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable - they started putting up pictures of all the dogs they train and it’s a really personal touch. It’s been really amazing to see the growth of this company compared to when it first started, now they offer so many services. I actually live in Tampa and drive about an hour to get to classes and love seeing the change in my dogs. Thanks Don! More...

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Love Sit Happens! First of all, the decor is adorable. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable - they started putting up pictures of all the dogs they train and it’s a really personal touch. It’s been really amazing to see the growth of this company compared to when it first started, now they offer so many services. I actually live in Tampa and drive about an hour to get to classes and love seeing the change in my dogs. Thanks Don! More...

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I brought my dog in to work with Don on some behaviors I’m hoping to change. Don was super friendly, demonstrated skills and then had me practice them, and explained why we were working on these skills. I would highly recommend sit happens! Friendly, knowledgeable staff!! More...

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Rude and deceitful. Not a place to do business.

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Wonderful staff and great space. Don is amazing and attentive to every dog’s individual needs. I highly recommend and will bring future rescues.

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I LOVE sit happens, and so do my furkids! We drive an hour just to take classes with Don :)

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Wonderful staff and a great atmosphere.

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We took in an abused, unsocialized foster, and at 70 lbs he can be very hard to control. Don has managed to make a HUGE difference in just a few private lessons, and we have learned so many tools to help him in his journey to becoming a gentleman. Because of his past, we were adamant of finding training with positive-only reinforcement, and Don has exceeded our expectations. We could not recommend him enough! More...

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Best dog trainer in the bay! Don has an amazing way with dogs and their owners, and he has the awards to prove it. Stop by the studio and see him in action. Also, his training sessions make great gifts for your friends with unruly dogs More...

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Sit Happens has been the absolute best thing for my dog! I can't believe that so much has changed in only a few months. I walked into Sit Happens struggling to even take my dog for walks because of how she reacted towards other dogs. Now, she has completed her very first group class and I take her for daily walks without any problems. I can't thank Sit Happens enough for teaching me how to correctly socialize and walk my dog. More...

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Very nice place to visit.

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Don and Katie are amazing! I reached out via their website to learn about puppy training and Don responded basically immediately and answered all of my questions. Just for the record, this was after hours on a Friday, so I didn’t expect to hear back so quickly. Very impressive and I don’t take that for granted. More...

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Don provides excellent training for our Bulldogs and their human servants. Great price and top notch training!

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We need more places like this. I have met the owner of the facility and he is wonderful. So sweet and polite!

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I cannot day enough about this place. I have 6 dogs and we are slowly making our way through them all. So much knowledge and patience

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Meeko is an extra challenge-a mix of Husky, Chow, and Pomeranian. Three very independent breeds = one super hyper & sassy dog. Don at Sit Happens has been working with crazy Meeko since he was a 4 month old puppy. He helped me overcome several challenges with him from being fearful of children, the pool, the vet & groomer and some men to now he is fearful of none of these and sits, stays and comes when called on command. Most recently he has gotten him to the point where he passed his canine good citizen test so we can work towards someday making Meeko a Therapy dog, my biggest wish for him. I never thought I would see the day but Mr. Meeko has developed some good manners and is becoming a calmer sweet boy thanks to Don. � More...

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Had our first session today and it went so great! Don was amazing very calming and even in one session I felt like I learned a lot! Can't wait till next week!

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Personal favorite and my go to behavior specialist. ????????????

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We took our dog, Ellie, to one of Don's classes recently and we were completely blown away with Sit Happens. Absolutely impressed with Don and his training methods, teaching style, handling of our dog, and the lessons we learned. Very highly recommend Sit Happens!

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Well trained dogs make for happy homes. Don trained us!

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Don is an amazing trainer and really knows his sit

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Don has been absolutely great with my golden retriever, Link. He has taught us so many great commands that I would have never thought of. He teaches not just the dog, but the owner as well, which makes a big difference. Highly recommended. More...

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Don and Talya are two of the most amazing trainers one could hope to have for their dogs. Together they are some of the most knowledgeable and passionate people I have ever had the pleasure of encountering in the dog community. Both consistantly display a professionalism and patience that is truly amazing when working with animals, and their owners, no matter how difficult the case may be! I would strongly encourage any one with the desire for a better relationship with the furriest members of their families to sign up today! More...

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Amazing

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I've been working with Don for a while now with my standard poodle. She LOVES Don! He has more patience as a trainer than I've ever experienced. Very knowledgable & upbeat. He has taught my poodle so many wonderful behaviors with the utmost kindness and gentleness. I highly recommend him!!! ( So does Whisper my poodle ) More...

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Hey everyone! Talya Burch here, assistant trainer at Sit Happens. I wanted to take a moment to share a bit of my story with you all! I started working for Don about 2 months ago. Words can’t express the richness of experiences and knowledge I’ve gained so far, and I feel fortunate every day to have a job that I love. Well, enough about me. Don Hoover has an unquestionable passion for dogs, but more than that he is incredibly educated. He makes certain he is up to date on all of the advances in the dog training world. In the short time that I have worked for Don I have already seen him save dog’s lives. He goes into a home where the family is at their wits end, and ALWAYS changes their mind. He involves the owner in everything! When I talk to people about Sit Happens, I know that I am teaching them about a wonderful and unique service that only we can offer them! Thank you all for taking a moment to read this post! NOW GO MAKE SIT HAPPEN! ~TB More...

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