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Sit Down & Beyond Dog Training

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My passion is to help dogs and their humans communicate effectively with science based methods

01/05/2026

Check out our New Dog Daycare in SE Portland, right next to the renovated community center!

12/29/2025

As we close out this year, we want to pause and honor a dog who quietly shaped everything we believe about training, fear, and compassion.

Frankie’s story continues to guide our choices, our methods, and the way we show up for dogs and their people — even now. Frankie was deeply loved and supported by many skilled trainers and respected training companies across Portland, all working together with care and good intentions. While fear isn’t always something that can be fully resolved, the time we had with Frankie changed us forever. In just a few weeks, he taught us that fear and aggression aren’t things to be forced away — they’re experiences that deserve patience, space, and compassion. Because of Frankie, we train differently. We approach fearful dogs with more care, clearer boundaries, and deeper respect for what each individual can handle.

Because of him, many dogs after him were able to stay in their homes, and many people felt less alone navigating hard, emotional journeys with their dogs. Frankie may no longer be with us, but his legacy lives on—in our work, in our choices, and in how we show up every day for our fearful and shy dogs and their families.

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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12/23/2025

Dear Santa,

We’ve done our part this year with so many dogs (No promises on the humans, though)!

From helping dogs understand impulse-control, to reinforcing calm choices, and turning “jumps” into “sits,” it’s been a great 2025, so we hope to get more than just a high-five. 😉

We hope you all have a very Merry Christmas on December 25 celebrating with the whole family, four-legged and not.

NOTE: Boarding will be open on December 25.

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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12/22/2025

We all have that one person, or group of people that your dog gets SUPER excited around during the holidays, but no matter who shows up for the holidays, calm and neutral behaviors are the way to go.

Biting is frowned upon, of course, but your dog doesn’t need to love your in-laws, they just need to be neutral.

We’ll help achieve this. Get in touch with us to make this holiday more peaceful!

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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12/18/2025

Not all heroes wear capes… Some wear collars! This is Harris — a psychiatric service dog who supported one of our own (his handler), through the earliest and hardest chapters of recovery after surviving domestic violence, and being diagnosed with complex Post-Traumatic-Stress-Disorder (PTSD).

Not only did Harris help create a safe space in public when the world felt overwhelming, he offered grounding chin rests to interrupt dissociative episodes and bring safety back into the moment, even at those long days in court.

Because of his patient, quiet, and consistent work, Jessica was able to rebuild a sense of safety in the community, and today, she’s recovered, grounded, and living fully.

Harris has mostly hung up his service vest, stepping back into a well-earned retirement, but comes out occasionally for those rare, harder days when extra support is needed.

This is exactly why ongoing training and support for service dog teams matter. Service dogs don’t stop needing care just because the crisis has passed. Their foundations, public access skills, and emotional well-being deserve to be maintained with the same respect and intention that made them successful in the first place.

We’re honored to support service dog teams by helping keep their skills sharp, and their lives enriched alongside the people who rely on them.

If you’re navigating life with a working or semi-retired service dog, we’re here to support both of you.

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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12/16/2025

Some dogs are a miracle; they just need training that believes in them first.

It’s amazing to see time again and again, the fearful dog who walks into the building willingly, the reactive dog who chooses disengagement, or the cat who allows handling; this Hanukkah, we’re celebrating the quiet, hard-earned miracles that are built with patience, trust, and, of course, our amazing trainers here.

From all of us here at Sit, Down and Beyond, we wish those who celebrate a Happy Hanukkah! 🕎

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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12/11/2025

Ranger is ALL smiles and officially READY for adoption!

We're proud to partner with Oregon Dog Rescue (IG: ) to help incredible dogs like Ranger shine with solid training and social skills.

This handsome young Husky is everything you want in the breed — affectionate, clever, adventurous, and always up for a good snuggle after a day of learning. He's been building his manners and confidence with us, and he's more than ready to match with a family who appreciates a smart, energetic companion.

Come meet Ranger to see why he’s perfect to adopt and the joy he brings everywhere he goes!

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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12/10/2025

A note for everyone, we will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Don't worry — boarding will stay open, so your pups will still be in good hands while you celebrate.

It's only two days, but we'll still miss seeing their sweet faces and daily brilliance. We'll be excited to welcome them back after they've enjoyed all the cozy family time, new toys, and extra holiday attention from their favorite humans.

From all of us, we wish you and your pups a warm, joyful holiday season.

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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12/05/2025

Isn’t Ferris the CUTEST girl in the world? 🥺

She’s part of our pet-to-pet integration in the household service that we offer for both cats and dogs. Yes, that’s right - we’ll train your cat!

When a cat is in the presence of other animals such as dogs, sometimes the struggle is VERY REAL with overexcitement, fear, or reactivity, so what we do is focus on both sides so they can live happily in harmony together.

Shoot us a DM or head to our website to learn more!

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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12/04/2025

The holidays are here, so now's the perfect time for your crazy pup to learn some manners with our Board and Train program!

We’ll have your cutie saying their please’s and thank you’s in no time (in ruffs)!

Visit our website for more information!

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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11/27/2025

Shuli and Jessica want to take a moment to share a special Thanksgiving message today on how truly thankful they are for the opportunity to help families come together.

When Jessica first stepped into the world of dog training under Shuli's mentorship, neither of them imagined it would grow into something so much bigger than "just dogs."

Over their first year operating Sit, Down & Beyond, their work has expanded into full careers as animal trainers - supporting both dogs and cats, and helping families navigate some of the most meaningful transitions in their lives.

From integrating newly adopted rescue pups into homes with young children or resident pets, to guiding families as they blend long-loved animals when partners move in together, this work has been one of the greatest gifts of their journey.

Helping people and their pets build a safe, joyful, and connected lives together is something they are endlessly grateful for.

Thank you for trusting them with your families — two-legged and four-legged.

Happy Thanksgiving from their hearts to yours.

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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11/26/2025

Let your Mini Munchkin strut their stuff!

Bring your little bundle of joy on Thursday for our Off-Leash Academy adventure for small pups with big hearts.

Visit our website to sign your munchkin up!

𝗦𝗜𝗧, 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 🐕
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5404 SE 72nd Avenue
Portland, OR
97206

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 7pm
Tuesday	10am - 7pm
Wednesday	10am - 7pm
Thursday	10am - 7pm
Friday	10am - 4pm

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+15039945107

Website

http://www.sitdownandbeyond.com/

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