Sit Happens! Puppy Training & Beyond

Step-by-Step Guide for Housebreaking, Crate Training & Positive Reinforcement, with Proven Strategies for Peace of Mind & a Calmer Household

Sit Happens! Back of Book BlurbSit Happens! Puppy Training & Beyond is your gentle, practical guide to raising a confident, well-mannered puppy—even if this is your first dog. If you’re overwhelmed by conflicting advice or worried about “doing it wrong,” this book brings clarity and calm.

Author Summer Fitchley shares simple, positive training routines that work in real homes, with real schedules. Learn how to housebreak without stress, make the crate a cozy safe space, prevent biting and chewing, teach leash manners, and quiet barking through connection—not correction.

With action steps, daily plans, and family-friendly strategies, you’ll build trust, strengthen your bond, and create a peaceful household where your puppy can learn and thrive.

Because with patience, structure, and heart… Sit Happens.

©2025 Michèle Favarger (P)2025 Michèle Favarger

Patience and consistency build stronger bonds

As someone living with dogs, I realized that it’s easy to get frustrated when things don’t go perfectly, but the book reminded me that progress is built in small, repeated steps. I appreciated how it reframes training as a team effort, where calm guidance, praise, and understanding matter more than strict rules or punishment. By the end, I felt more confident in my ability to create a structured, loving environment for my dog and for future pup ('coz my son wants another pup), while also enjoying the playful, joyful moments that make raising a puppy so rewarding.

Great resource

I wish I had this resource years ago. It’s very helpful and detailed. I will definitely recommend this book.

Helpful, practical, and reassuring

I picked this up during the puppy chaos phase, and it honestly made things feel much more manageable. The step by step approach is easy to follow, even on days when you are tired and frustrated. I liked how it explains not just what to do, but why it works, which made me more confident sticking with the training. The focus on positive reinforcement felt realistic and kind, not rigid or overwhelming. A few tips helped reduce accidents and stress almost right away. Overall, it feels like having a calm, knowledgeable trainer walking you through puppyhood and beyond, bringing a lot more peace to the household.

Calm Puppy Training

Being a first-time dog owner is honestly a bit terrifying because everyone gives you different advice. I felt so overwhelmed by the biting and the constant accidents until I started listening to this. It really calmed my nerves because it focuses on connection instead of just punishing the dog for being a puppy. The daily plans were a lifesaver for my busy schedule since I don't have hours to spend on training every single day.

I loved how it explained making the crate a safe space because I was feeling so guilty about using one before. It is practical and gentle, and my puppy is actually starting to listen on the leash now. Our house finally feels a bit more peaceful and I feel like I am actually bonding with my dog instead of just managing him. Highly recommend if you are stressed out and just want a well-behaved companion without all the drama and conflicting opinions.

Practical Help for New Puppy Owners

This audiobook offers a clear, structured approach to the early stages of puppy training, covering essentials like housebreaking, crate training, and positive reinforcement. The step-by-step format makes it easy to follow, especially if you’re in the middle of those chaotic first weeks and just need someone to tell you what to do next.

What stands out is the focus on creating a calmer household, not just a well-trained dog. The guidance encourages consistency and patience, which are exactly what most new owners need to hear. Even if some of the advice feels familiar, having it all in one place is useful—and it’s a good reminder that small, steady habits are what actually make the difference over time.