top of page
All Posts


Ambassador Dogs: The Dogs Who Help With Socialization & Reactivity In Portland
At Sit Down & Beyond, not everyone who works here is human. Some of our dogs have real jobs — and we pay them in their favorite currency: cheese and beef liver. We call these dogs our Ambassador Dogs. They are an intentional part of how we help puppies, shy dogs, reactive dogs, awkward adolescents, over-excited dogs, and socially learning dogs build real confidence through structured dog socialization in Portland. As a positive reinforcement and LIMA-based dog training facili
Jessica Mandell
Feb 143 min read


The Angels Program: Gentle Group Daycare Training for Shy, Noise-Sensitive Dogs
New Tuesday Daycare Training Group is Open for Registration! Not every dog thrives in loud, busy training environments — and that’s okay. The Angels Daycare Training Program was created specifically for dogs who are shy, noise-sensitive, or low in confidence, but who genuinely enjoy the quiet company of other dogs. These are dogs who don’t want to be pushed into the spotlight. They’re not trying to be bold or outgoing. They learn best by watching, observing, and slowly buildi
Jessica Mandell
Feb 11 min read


How to Decide Between Portland Oregon Dog Daycares
One of the clearest indicators of whether a daycare can truly support your dog is price. Dog daycare has historically been underpriced, and when care costs $30–$35 a day, the tradeoff is often paid by the dogs. Low pricing usually means fewer staff, overly large groups, limited enrichment, and less ability to intervene before issues escalate. A well-run daycare costs more because it has to. Appropriate pricing allows for smaller groups, higher staff-to-dog ratios, trained han
Jessica Mandell
Jan 251 min read


SD&B Opens a New, Cost-Effective Daycare in SE Portland, Oregon!
New dog daycare in SE Portland!
Jessica Mandell
Jan 31 min read
bottom of page
