Welcome to SitDropStay Adelaide
Dog Behaviourist, Puppy Training And Dog Training Adelaide. Unrivaled Results.
If you’re looking for quality training in Adelaide, that give fast and lasting results, you’re in the right place. SitDropStay Adelaide offers private, at home dog behaviour, puppy training and dog training consultations led by Adelaide’s most experienced and successful dog trainer, George Lygidakis.
George is a highly respected dog behaviourist with a deep understanding of both human and dog behaviour. His holistic, psychology based approach delivers profound insights and practical strategies that are tailored to your dog, your lifestyle and your goals – creating harmony, clarity and mutual respect in your relationship.
“Wow, what a revelation! George is the real deal and provides immediate results.” – ★★★★★ – M. Lambros – Adelaide
No words can describe how amazing the 2 hrs of training George provided for our 7 months German Shepherd was. – ★★★★★ – K. Mousa – Adelaide
Private In-Home Dog Training Adelaide
SitDropStay Adelaide provides personalized, in-home dog training tailored to your dog’s unique needs and your lifestyle. Our expert trainer, George Lygidakis, combines over 30 years of experience with a deep understanding of dog behaviour, helping you create a calm, well-behaved, and happy dog.
At SitDropStay, our dog trainers specialise in behaviour-led training based on calm, loving leadership. By working with you in your home and everyday environment, we address the root cause of unwanted behaviour and create lasting, real-world results.
We work directly in your home, local parks, or other real-life settings, ensuring your dog learns practical obedience and good behaviour in the environment where it matters most.
One-On-One Dog Training Adelaide That Works In Real Life
Unlike group classes, George provides private, one-on-one dog training in Adelaide conducted in real life environments where behaviour actualy happens — your home, local park, beach, or public spaces.
As an experienced dog trainer Adelaide George tailors every session to your:
- Lifestyle and environment
- Dog’s unique personality and traits
- Personal goals and challenges
If you’ve tried other dog training methods without success – or your ready for deeper more meaninful results – George can help.
Transform Your Dog’s Behaviour with Leading Adelaide Dog Behaviourist
If your dog is struggling with anxiety, aggression, excessive barking, or other behavioural challenges, our Adelaide dog behaviourist services provide lasting solutions.
We don’t just treat symptoms — we address the underlying causes of behaviour problems, creating real, long-lasting transformation. Whether it’s over-excitement, separation anxiety, lead-pulling, or reactivity towards people or dogs, we tailor every consultation to your dog’s temperament and your household dynamics.
Why Work with George?
With over 35 years experience as a dog trainer in Adelaide, and dog behaviourist, George brings unmatched expertise to every consultation. His background includes:
- Former Federal Police dog handler.
- Founder and Head Dog Trainer of SitDropStay Australia.
- Advisor and trainer to State Police, Correctional Services & RAAF dog units.
With his exceptional ability to understand and influence dogs, George’s approach goes beyond dog training. He focus on understanding why behaviours occur and addressing the root cause. Creating lasting change without relying food rewards, clickers, force or suppression.
We saw such a difference in the session and couldn’t believe the things we learnt.
George really knows what he’s talking about and 100% worth the money. Would recommend him to everyone! – ★★★★★ – Taylah Hall – Adelaide
It isn’t just a dog training session, it’s understanding, it’s kindness, it’s connection. I feel like I got so much out of this session for not just Willow but myself.
A patient, kind and caring man.- ★★★★★ – Taryn Holgate – Adelaide
Puppy Training Adelaide – Build Obedience & Confidence
Raising a puppy the right way sets the foundation for a lifetime of good behaviour. SitDropStay Adelaide’s in home puppy training focuses on confidence, socialisation, and early behavioural guidance.
We teach and empower you to consiously create the dog you expect and have always wanted, Our approach ensures both a strong bond, and a calm, well mannered and respectful dog that you can take anywhere with confidence.
Common Dog Behaviour Issues We Resolve In Adelaide:
- Over excitement
- Impulse control
- Anxiety
- Reactive behaviour
- Recall & Off-Leash Walking
- Destructive Chewing
- People agression
- Dog Aggression
- Excessive Barking
- Separation Anxiety
- Jumping Up on People
- Mouthing, Nipping & Biting
- Chasing & Digging
- Lead Pulling
- Puppy raining and early behaviour issues
Dog Training Adelaide – Areas We Service
George provides private, at home dog training and dog behavioural consultations across Adelaide, including:
- Coastal Suburbs: Glenelg, Semaphore, Henley Beach, Brighton, West Beach, Seaford, Aldinga Beach
- Eastern suburbs Norwood, Burnside, Unley
- Western Suburbs: Prospect, Croydon, West Lakes
- North East Adelaide: including Modbury and Tea Tree Gully
- Northern Adelaide: including Mawson Lakes, Salisbury and Gawler
- Southern Adelaide: including Aldinga & Port Noarlunga
- Adelaide Hills: including Mount Barker, Oakbank, Woodside, Bridgewater, Stirling & Aldgate
- Barossa Valley: including Angaston, Nuriootpa, Tanunda, and Williamstown
SitDropStay also offers private dog training services in
Brisbane, Cairns, Central Coast, Gold Coast, Melbourne and Sunshine Coast
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Why Choose In-home Private Dog Training In Adelaide?
At SitDropStay Dog Training Adelaide, we believe that lifestyle based, private dog training is the most effective way to create lasting behaviour change.
Benefits include:
- Faster results than group classes
- No unnecessary or impractical commands
- Real world training in your actual environment
- Sessions tailored to your lifestyle
- Owner coaching and empowerment not just dog training
- The whole family can be involved.
If your searching for puppy training near me or dog training near me – we come to you.
Client Testimonials
SitDropStay is by far the best. We were concerned about her behaviour becoming more aggressive. She just about had full run of the house and we didn’t realise.
No other trainers seemed to hit the mark for what we needed with our husky. Once George enlightened us to our behaviour, our little husky dramatically changed her behaviour right in front of our eyes.
No pulling on a walk, bouncing all over the house and furniture, fights to leave the kitchen, pushing through the doors to go first.
George was very present, calm and reassuring with all of us. Rare to have such a high calibre specialist come to your home where a much more realistic assessment of environment, people and dog behaviour can occur. He also knew which tools were best for our situation and taught us how to apply them correctly and consistently.
We are still in awe of the changes in our puppy. Don’t waste your money on ‘classes’ that are generic for dog behaviour. SitDropStay is by far the best place for dog and people behaviour.
Thank you so much George for making such a major impact to our home environment with our unique little husky. ★★★★★ – Heather F – Adelaide
Enjoyed a great session with understanding the bond between dog and owner and how to achieve this in a positive manner.
Introducing
How We Work
Initial Consultation
We offer a free introductory phone or email consultation to discuss your situation and explain how we can help.
In home or private session
Our SitDropStay Adelaide dog behaviour training specialist will come to your home or (chosen location) for a 2.5-3 hour personalised, one on one consult focused on general obedience, behavioural issues or owner coaching.
Follow up support
We offer targeted one hour follow-up consultations to refine progress and advance your training - at your pace, in any environment and for any issue.
Your Expert Dog Trainer Adelaide - George Lygidakis
George Lygidakis
George Lygidakis, the Head Dog Trainer and Founder of SitDropStay Dog Behaviour & Training, has over 35 years. His extensive experience includes serving as a Police Dog Handler and Trainer with the Australian Protective Service (Federal Police), and helping train and advise other Government Departments like the State Police, Correctional Services and the RAAF Dog sections. In 2005, George established SitDropStay to offer more effective, holistic, and alternative approaches to dog behaviour training.
Throughout his career, George has travelled across Australia, training dogs and mentoring other trainers. He has appeared as a specialist in a series of training episodes on the TV show All About Animals, conducted workshops, and consulted for rescue organizations, foster groups, and veterinary staff.
His expertise extends to breeding; he has successfully bred and shown Rottweilers and is currently breeding working-line German Shepherds from his 30-acre property in the Barossa Valley, South Australia.
George’s unique approach focuses on understanding dog psychology and behaviour, emphasizing the spiritual nature of human-dog relationships and communication. He believes in empowering and coaching owners to develop a calm, confident presence, enabling a deeper connection and more effective communication with their dogs. His methods do not rely on treats, force, or medication but instead foster mutual respect and understanding.
Under George’s leadership, SitDropStay Dog Training has grown into a national organization with a team of hand-picked behaviour specialists across Gold Coast, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Central Coast, and Cairns. His dedication to improving the quality of dog training and broadening the understanding of dog behaviour has transformed the lives of countless dogs and their owners throughout Australia.
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