Sit Happens

Sit Happens is a Mornington-based dog training and behavioural therapy practice that helps owners build calm, confident, emotionally balanced dogs. With over 20 years’ experience, they focus on humane, modern and evidence-based positive reinforcement methods that avoid aversives, aiming to create what they call a ‘Whatever Dog’ — a relaxed, resilient companion able to cope with everyday life. They run group classes for all ages (including puppy classes through to advanced training), plus specialised programs such as Confidence Building, Calming Canine and Play Train. For dogs with particular needs they offer behavioural therapy addressing issues like aggression, separation anxiety, noise phobias, resource guarding, hyperactivity and over-arousal. Sit Happens also provides assistance and therapy dog training to prepare dogs for public access and therapy work, and offers private one-on-one sessions including in-home training for more personalised support. The team highlights certification and professional memberships (Delta Institute, Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia, and Pet Professional Guild Australia), underscoring a commitment to ethical, skilled practice. Their approach centers on emotional wellbeing and clear communication between owner and dog, aiming for long-term positive outcomes and better relationships at home and in the community.