If dog walks feel like a battle, we get it. Pulling, lunging, barking, or just feeling out of control can turn something meant to be enjoyable into pure stress.
That’s where we step in.
We don’t just train dogs, we train people and dogs together.
Because lasting change comes when both ends of the lead feel confident, calm, and capable.
Our mission is simple: to transform dreaded walks and daily struggles into moments you actually look forward to. We’ll help you and your dog build trust, teamwork, and skills that stick for life.
With over 20 years of experience, from working frontline army dogs to rehabilitating rescues worldwide we’ve seen it all and solved it all. No gimmicks. No quick fixes. Just proven, down-to-earth training tailored to you.
We’ll give you the tools to handle real life situations independently, so you no longer need us. But while you do, we’ve got your back with unwavering support, guidance, and commitment every step of the way.
Because your dog deserves more than training. And you deserve the peace of mind that you can handle anything, together.
We Train Where Life Happens: In the Real World.
Hundreds of 5Star Reviews spanning over the past 15 years
Thousands of happy dogs & humans helped.
Dog Reactivity Specialist — Proven techniques that show every dog can improve.
Hours of Training footage for you to watch to feel reassured!
Welcome to Sit Happens Dog Training – where real world results matter.
Hi, I’m Matt, your trainer, your coach, and the guy who’s here to help you and your dog in ANY situation.
At Sit Happens, we don’t do fluff, and we definitely don’t do faff. What we do is build solid foundations, tackle real life challenges, and train with you in the places you actually want to go with your dog. We specialise in pet dogs and their owners. If you want to enjoy your dog as a family member, then you are in the right place.
With 20 years of experience, 5 in the army and 15 helping dogs and their humans, I’ve seen it all. I’m often the one people call when they feel like they’ve tried everything else… and together, we get it done.
I want dogs to feel confident, less anxious, and more at ease in this busy world and that starts with helping you. I’ll build you up just as much as I’ll train your dog. It won’t always be easy, but nothing worth having ever is. Stick with me, and we’ll get there.
We get dogs so we can enjoy life with them. So let’s stop waiting and start making that happen quicker than you think.
So don't wait anymore. Cut the faff out and let's get you the life you dreamed of when you first brought your dog home.
Just want to say a huge thank you to Matt too. We had a brass band carolling job in a park today and Mark brought Toby along. We would never have had the confidence to do that previously as there were loads of dogs, on and off lead (we certainly didn’t even entertain the idea for the same carolling job last year) but he was absolutely brilliant today and dealt with it as we always hoped he could. He watched a few dogs, ignored many, including one who headed straight towards his face and was wonderfully calm and enjoying being in the park. Without Matt’s help (and yours!) we would have decided it was just too much stress to take him with us but it was lovely to have him there as a proper part of our family! Sit happens has literally changed his life (and ours!).
Michelle, Mark & Bailey
Cheshire
3 Day Transformation Program
Way's we can help with you
3 Day Transformative Program
This isn’t about quick fixes or sticking a bandage over the problem.
We’re asking for three full days to completely transform life with your dog, in the real world where it matters most. You’ll work intensively with dog reactivity specialist Matt across three powerful 1:1 days. Training happens where real life happens in your home, on your walks, and in your community. And when life throws you curveballs later? You’ll have lifetime support to back you up.
Whether you’re a first-time owner feeling overwhelmed, or you’re dealing with complex behaviors like reactivity, fear, or aggression that others shy away from you’re in the right place.
This isn’t residential training. You’re part of the process every step of the way. You’ll learn, lead, and grow alongside your dog, while building lasting results that actually stick.
Matt doesn’t just train your dog he empowers you. With his four dogs by his side, he’ll guide you through hands-on, real-world training that creates breakthroughs fast.
Our 3-Day Transformative Program gives you the results of months of training condensed into just three immersive days. It’s not theory, it’s not shortcuts, it’s the real change you’ve been searching for. This is the life you imagined with your dog.
Let’s make it happen together.
Online Transformation
This isn’t just online training. It’s guided transformation.
If your dog’s reactivity has left you exhausted: barking, lunging, pulling, panicking, or shutting down, you don’t have to navigate it alone anymore. We understand how overwhelming it feels, and that’s exactly why this 3-month transformation program exists: so you can regain control, rebuild confidence, and finally enjoy life with your dog again.
It’s natural to wonder if online coaching can truly work. Here’s the truth: most training fails because it focuses on the dog… not the human guiding them.
So when the trainer isn’t standing beside you, everything falls apart. Matt’s system fixes that.
Across 12 weeks, he teaches you the exact step-by-step skills, daily habits, and leadership techniques that create real, lasting change. When you change, your dog has no choice but to follow. That’s why this program works where others haven’t.
You’ll follow a structured weekly plan with actionable training, clear explanations, and focused homework so you always know exactly what to do and exactly how to progress without feeling overwhelmed. And when something doesn’t go as planned, Matt adjusts your steps in real time through personalised feedback and daily check-ins.
You are not doing this alone. You’ll have direct access to Matt, our reactivity specialist with over 20 years of real-world experience, plus a small, supportive group of owners moving through the program with you. And once your 3 months are complete, you keep lifetime access to the full training platform and community, so no matter what challenges arise in the future… the support is always there when you need it.
This isn’t just information. It’s partnership, accountability, and guided transformation—built to last.
What do our clients who have been where you are say?
We know trust is earned, not assumed.
Take a look at what our clients are doing and see if we’re the right fit.
We're the trainers for you if you just want to be able to enjoy everyday life with your furry family member. We specialise in working with owners and their pet dogs.
We help humans live in the real world with their dogs... and yes that means you can enjoy your dog... No it does not need to take months and months and yes you can go to the pub!
This is your moment to take back control — and we’re here to walk it with you.
You’ve seen who we are, what we stand for, and how we help owners just like you create calmer, more confident dogs. Whether you choose our 3 Day Transformation or our Online Transformation Program, you’ll get real guidance, real support, and real results; no gimmicks, no shortcuts, no watered down advice.
If you want to see how we train in the real world, not just the highlight reel, head over to our Instagram. We show more unedited training than any trainer we know, full sessions, real challenges, real breakthroughs. You’ll get a true feel for how we work, what we teach, and how we can help you transform your own dog.
So the question now is simple:
Do you want to keep hoping things will get better on their own…
or do you want to finally take the step that changes everything?
If you’re ready to start your transformation, reach out.
Let’s do this together.