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Dog & Puppy Training in Mission Hills, KS

If you live in Mission Hills, KS and want a dog who fits smoothly into daily life, Sit Now Stay provides professional dog and puppy training built for real-world reliability, not just commands. Training focuses on clear communication, calm structure, and practical skills that carry into your home routines, neighborhood walks, and everyday interactions with family and guests. Dogs learn how to understand expectations and make good choices, while owners gain a consistent system that builds confidence and keeps progress strong long after training is complete.

A Smarter Way to Train Your Dog

Sit Now Stay is not a daycare, a quick-fix obedience class, or a one-size-fits-all training solution. Training follows a clear, structured progression that teaches dogs how to think, respond, and make good choices in real-life situations, not just perform commands in controlled settings. Each program is built around calm communication, consistent handling, and skills that hold up around distractions, routines, and everyday pressure.


Families in Mission Hills choose Sit Now Stay because training goes beyond surface-level obedience. Behavior is integrated into daily life through leash communication, household manners, and hands-on owner coaching, so expectations stay clear at home, on walks, and with visitors. The result is a dog who understands what is expected and an owner who feels confident leading, reinforcing progress, and maintaining results long after training ends.

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Dog Training

Adult dog training focuses on calm manners, leash communication, and reliability around distractions. Dogs learn how to settle at home, walk politely, and greet visitors without chaos, creating a more predictable and enjoyable household.

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Puppy Training

Puppy training builds the foundation for lifelong behavior. Programs emphasize routines, crate training, leash skills, socialization, and clear communication so your puppy grows into a confident, well-mannered adult dog.

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Dog Sports

Fitness and swimming services support confidence, conditioning, and safe movement in a structured environment. Pool sessions and targeted fitness work help dogs build strength, and comfort while moving through new situations.

Meet the Sit Now Stay Dog Training Team

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Brianne Durham

LVT, VTS(ECC), CDPT-KA - Owner

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Sara Swanson

Senior trainer

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Senior trainer

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Kat McClain

Senior trainer

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Sammy Hellums

associate trainer

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Jacob Dunlop

apprentice trainer

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Denise Maley

Canine handler

How Sit Now Stay Training Works

Training begins by taking the time to understand your dog, your household, and what you want daily life to look like. This includes routines, challenges, and the situations that matter most to you at home and on walks. From there, a clear training path is recommended that fits your lifestyle and your dog’s individual needs, so expectations are defined and progress stays steady.



Dogs learn through a consistent communication system and a step-by-step progression that builds engagement, leash skills, household manners, and real-life reliability. Owners are coached throughout the process so training does not stay in a lesson or facility. Skills are reinforced in everyday routines, helping behavior carry over into real situations with clarity and confidence.

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You work with experienced professionals focused on safe, structured training that builds long-term success and confidence.

Why choose sit now stay In Mission hills, ks

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Clear Communication

Your dog learns a clear, repeatable communication system that builds understanding, reduces confusion, and supports calm, reliable behavior across daily routines.

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Structured Progression

Your dog learns a clear, repeatable communication system that builds understanding, reduces confusion, and supports calm, reliable behavior across daily routines.

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Lifestyle Integration

Your dog learns a clear, repeatable communication system that builds understanding, reduces confusion, and supports calm, reliable behavior across daily routines.

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Ongoing Support

Your dog learns a clear, repeatable communication system that builds understanding, reduces confusion, and supports calm, reliable behavior across daily routines.

Professional Guidance You Can Trust

Sit Now Stay helps Mission Hills families make confident training decisions through calm leadership, professional judgment, and a proven training system built through years of hands-on experience. Each dog receives a clear, individualized plan based on behavior, learning style, and household needs, giving owners the structure and guidance needed to maintain consistent handling and long-term success.

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Real-Life Behavior Issues We Train Through

Most behavior challenges stem from unclear communication or inconsistent structure, not stubbornness. Sit Now Stay addresses these root causes with clear guidance, structured routines, and practical handling so behavior improves in real-life situations, not just during training.


Common challenges we help resolve include:

  • Pulling on leash and stressful walks
  • Jumping on guests and chaotic greetings
  • Ignoring cues around distractions
  • Difficulty settling at home
  • Overexcitement and impulse control challenges
  • Door rushing and poor transitions
  • Counter surfing and stealing items
  • Barking for attention
  • Puppy biting, mouthing, and chewing
  • Confidence issues in new environments

Training is woven into daily routines so skills are practiced where they matter most. Owners learn how to reinforce behavior during normal activities, helping dogs stay calm, predictable, and responsive long after formal training ends.

FAQs

  • How long does dog training usually take?

    Training is a process. Many skills develop in weeks, while reliable real-life behavior builds over months with consistent practice.

  • When should I start puppy training?

    Most puppies can start as soon as they come home. Early training focuses on routines, socialization, and foundational skills.

  • Which training program is right for my dog?

    Program recommendations are based on your dog’s age, behavior, and your household goals. A consultation helps determine the best fit.

  • Do board and train programs replace owner training?

    No. Owner involvement is essential to maintain and protect results long term.

  • Is training safe for reactive or anxious dogs?

    Yes. Training emphasizes structure, clear communication, and controlled environments that support emotional stability.

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Get Started With Training You Can Trust

Sit Now Stay offers professional dog training built on proven systems, clear communication, and more than a decade of hands-on experience. Thousands of dogs have been trained through structured programs designed for real-life reliability, not short-term fixes. Every plan is individualized, safety-focused, and guided by experienced professionals so progress is consistent and lasting. If you want training that holds up in daily life, schedule a consultation and move forward with confidence.