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Serving Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville & all surrounding areas, Sit Means Sit is home to the best dog training experts in your community.
Serving Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville & all surrounding areas
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Our Staff
Because we have a wide range of experience training dogs from a variety of backgrounds and with multiple needs, we fully understand how unique your dog is. That’s why each certified Sit Means Sit trainer will draw on their vast skillset to create a tailored approach that helps meet your dog where they’re at. Coupling patience and positive reinforcement with our holistic, science-backed training approach, we’ll ensure dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes achieve skills for lifelong obedience.
Salvatore Devivo
Owner
Sal is a passionate person and dog trainer who has dedicated his life to helping pets and their owners. With a personal story of overcoming challenges with his own aggressive canine, he found his calling in the canine instruction industry.
Over the past 8 years, he has attended numerous seminars, worked with renowned trainers, and earned multiple certifications. His pack of five well-trained dogs is testament to his expertise in advanced obedience, agility, dock diving, and protection sports.
As the founder of Cerberus Working Dog Club, he helps clients train their canines for worldwide competitions. With multiple Sit Means Sit locations, he takes pride in transforming the lives of both pets and their owners, providing them with the tools for a happy, confident, and obedient relationship. His commitment to excellence has earned this Sit Means Sit Franchise the #4 ranking out of 170+ locations nationwide.
Nia Stevens
VP, Operations/Owner
As a lifelong animal lover, I’ve had the privilege of caring for various pets, from birds to dogs. Working at a pet store was one of my first jobs, and animals have always been a source of therapy for me. When I sought help from Sit Means Sit for my aggressive pit bull, I was skeptical about his ability to socialize with other canines.
However, their balanced training approach transformed his life and mine, enabling us to travel together with confidence. With my other dog — a black lab named Elle — I have flown across the United States, enjoying the freedom that comes with effective communication and trust through training. I am proud to work for a company that provides life-changing services alongside a dedicated team of professional dog trainers whom I consider family. Thanks to Sit Means Sit, we are all living our best lives, and I am grateful for the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others through my work in the industry.
The rules, structure, and leadership incorporated into Sit Means Sit’s training have, in turn, given my pet family the freedom to go wherever we want and do as we please. We can communicate effectively and trust each other regardless of the surrounding environment. My pets are my world, and I feel fortunate to work for and stand behind a company that provides a life-changing service, and to work with a staff that truly wants to make a difference in the lives of others. Their dedication and hard work are admired, and I am lucky to have them not only as my team but as my family. I could not imagine my life without them, and because of Sit Means Sit, we are all able to thrive.
Alexis Lucci
Office Manager
Prior to joining Sit Means Sit, I worked in the cosmetology and customer service industries for a decade. Seeking a challenging and growth-oriented career, I found Sit Means Sit the perfect fit. From the first week, I fell in love with the business’s people, animals, and values.
The trainers genuinely care about their clients and families and treat every dog as their own. The positive and inviting environment at Sit Means Sit is unparalleled. Although new to the industry, I am eager to deepen my understanding and excited about my own path forward with Sit Means Sit.
The environment here is nothing like I’ve experienced before. It is just an enjoyable, inviting, and overall positive place to be. I never knew much about dog training until I came to work here. Since beginning this position, I have wanted to understand better the ins and outs of the canine instruction world and am excited to see where my Sit Means Sit journey leads me.
Cassie Tessier
Facility Manager / Head Dog Trainer
Cassie’s Bio Information Coming Soon!
Haven Reger
Dog Trainer
I have always loved all animals and grew up around horses, goats, sheep, chickens, dogs and cats. I was always trusted with taking care of family members animals while they were away. I always knew my purpose in life is helping animals. I wouldn’t be able to handle being a veterinarian and felt lost trying to find my fit in this world.
After moving to the area in 2022 I found a position for a trainer. I had minimal experience training dogs, but I have a pitbull mix that was reactive to people and dogs, along with a Klee Kai/Shiba Inu, so I applied in hopes I would be able to help my own dog. Now, I finally feel my passion isn’t being wasted. I love what I do. Seeing the transformations I can make in just a few weeks on the dogs that come in is truly amazing, I couldn’t imagine doing anything else. Everyone here is so kind, inviting, and helpful with any questions I’ve had along the way. They truly made me feel as if I was part of the family from day one. I would recommend anyone and everyone who has any interest in furthering their dog’s obedience.
Bryce Sczekan
Dog Trainer
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