Sit, Stay, 'N Play

Sit, Stay, 'N Play Sit, Stay, 'N Play is an indoor, year-round dog training and social center Contact us today for more information!

Sit, Stay, 'N Play is an indoor, year-round dog training and social center located in the Stroudsburg area. In business since 2013, we offer all levels of obedience and agility training, as well as many different dog sports and fun ways for you to bond with your dog through training. We also have time for your dog to come and socialize with other dogs in a supervised area.

Exotic Pet Appreciation DayToday we celebrate birds, reptiles, rabbits, and more.Show us your exotic pet or share a fun ...
10/08/2025

Exotic Pet Appreciation Day

Today we celebrate birds, reptiles, rabbits, and more.

Show us your exotic pet or share a fun fact that other families should know!

Twelve years as Best Pet Training doesn’t happen by accident. 🐕It happens because every dog who walks through our doors ...
10/07/2025

Twelve years as Best Pet Training doesn’t happen by accident. 🐕

It happens because every dog who walks through our doors is seen as an individual. Because every family is welcomed, supported, and cheered on. Because positive reinforcement works, and it changes lives.

Come see why the Poconos continues to trust us, year after year → https://sitstaynplay.net/

MEET THE TEAMTeam Spotlight: Lisa who is the heart and vision behind Sit, Stay, ’N Play, guiding every team with kindnes...
10/07/2025

MEET THE TEAM

Team Spotlight: Lisa who is the heart and vision behind Sit, Stay, ’N Play, guiding every team with kindness and expertise.

🐾 Founder, Trainer, and the Heart Behind Sit, Stay, ‘N Play

The vision behind Sit, Stay, ‘N Play began with a bouncy, brilliant puppy named Lucy. At just three months old, Lucy inspired Lisa to dive headfirst into the world of dog training. They took every class they could find, but it never felt like enough. Lisa wanted more: more connection, more enrichment, more ways to help Lucy grow into the dog she was meant to be.

Dog parks didn’t offer the safety or structure she hoped for, and there weren’t any year-round options that prioritized learning and fun. So, she built the place she had been searching for, not just for Lucy, but for all the dogs and people in the community who wanted something better. Several years and hundreds of wagging tails later, that dream is alive and thriving.

Lisa has shared her life with dogs since childhood, but it was Lucy, her first Australian Shepherd, who truly changed everything. Over the years, Lisa has become passionate about helping nervous, uncertain dogs transform into confident, joyful teammates. She believes training should never come from fear, but from partnership, patience, and positive reinforcement.

Lucy’s legacy lives on through every dog who walks through the doors. Her titles spanned agility, obedience, tricks, and nose work across multiple venues. But even more meaningful than the ribbons was the journey she took from timid to fearless, one joyful step at a time. When Lucy crossed the Rainbow Bridge in 2023, she left behind a legacy of love, learning, and inspiration.

Today, Lisa shares her home and heart with Bourbon and Shelby, who continue the tradition of playful training and lifelong learning. Bourbon is a multi-sport athlete, excelling in agility, nose work, obedience, and Rodeo Dog. Shelby has earned titles in tricks, agility, and Canine Good Citizen, always with enthusiasm and just a touch of mischief.

Lisa’s greatest joy is seeing dogs and their people grow together, whether it’s their very first class or their hundredth ribbon. Her approach is grounded in empathy, science, and a whole lot of heart. You’ll often find her on the sidelines, cheering teams on, celebrating every breakthrough, and offering encouragement when things get tough. Because at Sit, Stay, ‘N Play, success isn’t just about titles, it’s about connection, confidence, and the joy of the journey.

Because you’ve got the best dog, and Lisa built Sit, Stay, ‘N Play so you’d always have a place where your partnership can thrive.

How has Lisa’s guidance or training inspired your journey with your dog? Share your story with us.

🌟 Team Member of the Month: Kathy Varkados! 🌟When guests call someone a dog whisperer, you know they’re something specia...
10/07/2025

🌟 Team Member of the Month: Kathy Varkados! 🌟
When guests call someone a dog whisperer, you know they’re something special. 🐾

Kathy is once again being celebrated as Team Member of the Month, and her impact continues to ripple through everything we do at Sit, Stay, ‘N Play.

She’s a calming presence for nervous pups. A source of encouragement for first-time handlers. And a trusted guide for specially-abled dogs, deaf dogs, and teams working toward their Therapy Dog certification.

Here’s what some of you had to say:
💬 “Our trainer Kathy is certainly well-experienced (dog whisperer?)”
💬 “Kathy is amazing, teaching us to train our dogs. I adopted a deaf boxer.”
💬 “The instructor is very experienced.”

She leads FIT Dog walks with kindness, evaluates teams for CGC and ATT, and welcomes every dog-human duo like they truly belong, because to her, they do.

💛 Thank you, Kathy, for making this space more supportive, more inclusive, and more joyful for all of us.

Got a Kathy story? We’d love to hear it below!

National Pet Travel Safety Day🚗🐾 Safe rides = better adventures.What’s your must-have car safety item—seatbelt harness, ...
10/07/2025

National Pet Travel Safety Day

🚗🐾 Safe rides = better adventures.

What’s your must-have car safety item—seatbelt harness, crash-tested crate, window shades? Drop your tip for the community.

Animal Welfare Week (October 6–12)This week, we honor the shelters, rescues, and advocates who fight for every tail, whi...
10/06/2025

Animal Welfare Week (October 6–12)

This week, we honor the shelters, rescues, and advocates who fight for every tail, whisker, and paw. 🐾

From fostering to volunteering to simply spreading awareness, every action helps build a kinder world for animals. 💛

Tell us: What’s one way you’ve supported animal welfare — or how has an animal welfare group touched your life? Your story could inspire someone else to take action.

Together, we can make compassion go viral. 🌎

What an incredible day at our CDSP Obedience Trial on Saturday! 💙Congratulations to every team who stepped into the ring...
10/06/2025

What an incredible day at our CDSP Obedience Trial on Saturday! 💙

Congratulations to every team who stepped into the ring with heart and teamwork. Each trial was a reminder that obedience isn’t just about precision, it’s about connection, trust, and celebrating the journey together.

🎉 Title Achievements:
🏅 Team Nancy & Charli – CD-X
🏅 Team Michael & Casey – CD-X
🏅 Team Michael & Hunter – SN-C
🏅 Team Janet & Mickey – CD-C

A huge thank-you to Judge Sara Jacobs for her thoughtful guidance and encouragement, and to our amazing volunteers Bob, Susan, and Barbara, you’re the reason days like this run so smoothly. We couldn't have done it without you! 💛

From happy dogs to proud handlers, laughter, and teamwork—this is what makes our community shine. ✨

Thinking about giving obedience a try? Visit sitstaynplay.net to learn how you and your dog can join the fun and build something special together. 💪🐶

Senior Pet Awareness DayOur golden-aged besties deserve extra love.Share a photo of your senior pet and the ritual that ...
10/06/2025

Senior Pet Awareness Day

Our golden-aged besties deserve extra love.

Share a photo of your senior pet and the ritual that makes their day (soft walks, comfy beds, gentle games!).

National Pit Bull Awareness MonthPit Bulls are lovebugs, athletes, clowns, and best friends — and they deserve to be cel...
10/06/2025

National Pit Bull Awareness Month

Pit Bulls are lovebugs, athletes, clowns, and best friends — and they deserve to be celebrated for the amazing companions they truly are. This month, we’re breaking stereotypes and lifting up the stories that show their true hearts.

Do you share your home with a Pit Bull (or mix)? Post a photo and tell us what makes them the *best dog ever.*

Let’s fill this month with positivity and pride for these incredible pups!

Pet Trainer Appreciation DayTrainers help teams find confidence and calm.Help us celebrate a trainer who helped your dog...
10/05/2025

Pet Trainer Appreciation Day

Trainers help teams find confidence and calm.

Help us celebrate a trainer who helped your dog—and tell us the skill you’re most proud of learning together.

🌍🐾 From home companions to wildlife, animals make our world brighter.Share a photo or a donation/volunteer shout-out to ...
10/04/2025

🌍🐾 From home companions to wildlife, animals make our world brighter.

Share a photo or a donation/volunteer shout-out to an animal group you love.

Adopt a Shelter Dog MonthThere’s nothing quite like the joy of a second chance. Every wag, every cuddle, every “first” m...
10/04/2025

Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
There’s nothing quite like the joy of a second chance. Every wag, every cuddle, every “first” moment in their new home is proof that adoption changes lives.

This month, we’re celebrating adopted pups and the families who opened their hearts. 🐾

Drop a photo of your shelter dog in the comments — let’s fill this thread with before & after glow-ups and heartwarming rescue stories!

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1501 N 5th St
Stroudsburg, PA
18360

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+15708729748

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