Business Details
We are dedicated to transforming dogs into well-mannered companions through proven, personalized training programs. With over 25 years of experience since establishing Make Sit Happen in 1998, we combine professional expertise with a passion for canine education. Our founder, Gail Kulur, brings 10 years of apprenticeship and group class instruction, alongside 26 years of corporate client training experience at Federal Express. We specialize in creating real-life solutions for common behavioral challenges, ensuring dogs become integral family members rather than problem sources. Our training philosophy emphasizes clear communication, consistent methodologies, and adapting to each dog's unique learning style. Having volunteered with Labrador Retriever Rescue for eight years, we understand the critical role proper socialization plays in preventing shelter surrenders.
We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous education, annual certifications, and active membership in the International Association of Canine Professionals. Our five-dog household gives us firsthand insight into managing multi-dog dynamics and addressing complex behavioral scenarios. We prioritize transparency, offering detailed progress tracking and customized homework plans to ensure lasting results. Client satisfaction drives our business model, with many referrals coming from previously challenged dog owners who achieved breakthroughs through our programs. We remain committed to evolving our techniques through ongoing industry advancements while maintaining traditional values of patience and positive reinforcement.
We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous education, annual certifications, and active membership in the International Association of Canine Professionals. Our five-dog household gives us firsthand insight into managing multi-dog dynamics and addressing complex behavioral scenarios. We prioritize transparency, offering detailed progress tracking and customized homework plans to ensure lasting results. Client satisfaction drives our business model, with many referrals coming from previously challenged dog owners who achieved breakthroughs through our programs. We remain committed to evolving our techniques through ongoing industry advancements while maintaining traditional values of patience and positive reinforcement.
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of proven dog training experience in Hillsborough, NJ
- Our certified evaluations ensure industry-recognized standards
- We provide tailored programs addressing specific behavioral challenges
- Our trainer has 10+ years of hands-on group class instruction experience
- We maintain active professional affiliations with IACP and AKC
Services
Puppy Socials
Our weekly Puppy Socials provide critical early socialization in a controlled environment. Designed for puppies under 16 weeks, these sessions help develop confidence and proper interaction skills. Participants benefit from professional guidance on bite inhibition, basic commands, and exposure to diverse stimuli, establishing foundational behaviors for lifelong good citizenship.
Beginner Classes
Our beginner classes establish essential obedience skills through clear, step-by-step instruction. Targeted at dogs with minimal training, these sessions cover leash manners, sit/stay commands, and focus exercises. Owners receive practical tools to continue training at home, creating a consistent learning environment that fosters rapid progress.
Canine Good Citizen
This certification program prepares dogs for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test. Through structured lessons, we refine 10 key behaviors demonstrating good manners and self-control. Successful completion earns official recognition from the American Kennel Club, validating a dog's reliability in public situations and often required for therapy work or housing accommodations.
Therapy Dog Training
Our therapy dog program prepares teams for hospital visits and community service. Participants learn specialized skills for controlled interactions, emotional regulation, and navigating distracting environments. Graduates receive certification through The Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs, enabling them to provide comfort and support in healthcare settings.
Private Training
Our on-site private training addresses specific behavioral challenges in the home environment. Customized to each dog's unique needs, these sessions focus on issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, or obedience gaps. Owners receive personalized coaching to reinforce training between sessions, ensuring sustainable behavior modification.
