Sit Means Sit Dog Training - Toms River

08/02/2026

07/05/2026

🎉🐾 Happy Birthday to our amazing Star! 🐾🎉

Today we’re celebrating a very special girl who has touched so many hearts. ❤️ From being a wonderful therapy dog to bringing smiles, comfort, and love wherever she goes, Star truly lives up to her name.

Whether she's helping someone feel a little better, showing off her skills, or simply soaking up belly rubs, she reminds us every day how incredible dogs can be.

Please join us in wishing Star the happiest birthday ever! 🎂🥳 Drop a 🎉, ❤️, or a birthday wish in the comments to help make her day extra special!

Happy Birthday, sweet girl! We love you more than words can say. 🐶⭐🇺🇸

06/30/2026

🌞🐶 Don't Let Summer Fun Turn Dangerous – Protect Your Dog from Heat Stroke! 🐶🌞

As temperatures rise, our dogs are at risk of overheating much faster than we are. Heat stroke can happen in just minutes and is a life-threatening emergency.

🐾 Help keep your dog safe:
✅ Always provide plenty of fresh, cool water.
✅ Walk early in the morning or later in the evening.
✅ Avoid hot pavement—it can burn paw pads.
✅ Never leave your dog in a parked car, even with the windows cracked.
✅ Give your dog access to shade and cool places to rest.
✅ Watch for signs of overheating:
• Excessive panting
• Drooling
• Bright red gums
• Weakness or stumbling
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Collapse

🚨 If you suspect heat stroke: Move your dog to a cool area immediately, offer cool (not ice-cold) water, wet them with cool water, and contact your veterinarian or the nearest emergency veterinary clinic right away.

A little extra caution can make all the difference. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy a safe summer with your best friend! ❤️🐕

05/22/2026

🐶 FUN FACT FRIDAY 🐶

Did you know a dog’s nose print is unique — just like a human fingerprint? 👃🐾

No two dog noses are exactly alike! In fact, some organizations have even used nose prints for identification.

That amazing nose can also smell up to 100,000 times better than ours… which explains how they always know when the treat bag opens from another room. 😂

05/16/2026

🐾 HOT PAVEMENT = HOT PAWS 🐾

As the temperatures rise, remember this: if the pavement is too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for your dog’s paws! ☀️🔥

Blacktop, sidewalks, and even sand can burn your dog’s paw pads in seconds during summer weather.

✅ Walk early morning or later evening
✅ Stick to grass when possible
✅ Test pavement with the back of your hand for 7 seconds
✅ Bring water on walks
✅ Watch for limping or licking paws

Your dog depends on you to keep them safe this summer! ❤️🐶

— Sit Means Sit Dog Training

05/15/2026

🐾 FUN FACT FRIDAY 🐾

Did you know dogs can learn over 100 words and commands? 🤯
Some highly trained dogs can understand as many words as a 2-year-old child!

Training isn’t just about obedience — it builds confidence, strengthens communication, and helps create a calmer, happier dog at home. ❤️🐶

What’s the funniest word or phrase YOUR dog reacts to? 👀