At Breakthrough Dog Training, we help dogs and their owners create lasting results through proven training methods. Serving Lathrop/manteca/Stockton/tand surrounding areas, we specialize in puppy training, obedience, behavior modification, aggression rehabilitation, leash manners, and off-leash control.
Whether you need private lessons, board & train programs, or in-home dog training, we tailor every program to your dog’s unique needs. We work with puppies, adult dogs, and rescues, helping with common issues like jumping, pulling on leash, reactivity, barking, chewing, and anxiety.With years of hands-on experience, we focus on clear communication, structure, and confidence building, so your dog becomes a calm, obedient, and happy companion.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
Our Behavior Modification Training helps dogs overcome issues like aggression, anxiety, reactivity, and fear. We create a custom plan to build trust, confidence, and calm behavior through positive, balanced training for lasting results at home and in public.
Leash trainingProgram details
leash training teaches your dog to walk calmly by your side without pulling. We use effective methods to build focus, control, and confidence—making walks enjoyable and stress-free for both you and your dog. Suitable for all breeds and ages
Off-leash training builds trust, focus, and reliable recall so your dog listens even with distractions. Using proven, positive methods, we teach your dog freedom with control—ensuring safety, confidence, and a strong bond between you and your dog anywhere you go.
Obedience trainingProgram details
Our Basic Obedience Training builds a strong foundation for good manners and clear communication. We focus on commands like sit, stay, come, heel, and place while addressing leash manners and focus. Perfect for dogs of all ages to improve behavior and confidence.
Puppy trainingProgram details
Expert puppy training tailored to your dog’s needs. We teach commands, socialization, and good behavior. Our experienced trainers help you build a strong bond and raise a well-mannered, confident puppy. Friendly, effective, supportive service
Recall training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression trainingProgram details
Our aggression and reactivity training helps dogs overcome fear, frustration, and defensive behavior toward people or other dogs. We focus on calm confidence, impulse control, and safe socialization to create a balanced, well-mannered companion you can trust in any environment.
Barking
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Our board and train program provides immersive, hands-on training while your dog stays with us. We focus on obedience, manners, and behavior improvement through consistent structure, socialization, and daily practice—delivering lasting results and a well-balanced, responsive companion.
In-home training
Private training
Dog age
Adult dogs
Puppies
Training level
Beginner training
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
Service dog training
Training approach
Balanced training
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
We specialize in puppy training, basic obedience, leash manners, off-leash reliability, recall, behavior modification, reactivity, and aggression cases
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5/5I am forever grateful to Chris and Breakthrough dog training. I got my precious first puppy last year and was grateful but completely over my head. In an act of desperation, I saw one of Breakthroughs signs and called immediately. My Cleo started off very timid of strangers, she …Read full reviewClose full review
I am forever grateful to Chris and Breakthrough dog training. I got my precious first puppy last year and was grateful but completely over my head. In an act of desperation, I saw one of Breakthroughs signs and called immediately. My Cleo started off very timid of strangers, she was terrified of everything, but now she enjoys being around people she is calm and all of her negative behavior has gotten better. I’m so grateful, I was scared Cleo was not a good fit for my home as she was dropped off on my doorstep and I took her in but quickly learned I was in over my head. Now I enjoy having my pup and if she shows behavioral issues, I have the tools to work with her thanks to Breakthrough dog training! Thanks again for everything, Chris! (Picture of Cleo sitting calmly in Bass Pro Shop. She would have never been able to do this before).
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Nancy Muldrow
5/5
Chris has so much experience and knowledge, especially when it comes to our French Bulldog. We highly recommend him!
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Joseph Taporco
5/5Best decision we made was getting professional help and support from Chris. We started training our Cane Corso, Asa, at 7mo. She’s now about to be a year old and she doesn’t pull on her leash any more, she’s not reactive when it comes to people or dogs and she listens to her comm…Read full reviewClose full review
Best decision we made was getting professional help and support from Chris. We started training our Cane Corso, Asa, at 7mo. She’s now about to be a year old and she doesn’t pull on her leash any more, she’s not reactive when it comes to people or dogs and she listens to her commands.
Chris has given us confidence in owning a strong working dog. Taught us how to channel her energy, emotions and temperament with fun and engaging activities.
We’ve been able to take her on long road trips, family vacations and on almost every outing with our 3yo son with confidence in her and her training.
This has been a rewarding experience and I can’t recommend and thank him enough for the patience, knowledge and support that he has shown us in this journey.
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cristhal hernandez
5/5I highly recommend Breathrough Dog Training if you are in need of some really good dog training. We were very lucky to get Chris as our trainer and I must say we were beyond grateful to have found a person who is both interested in the well being of your pet as much as your well …Read full reviewClose full review
I highly recommend Breathrough Dog Training if you are in need of some really good dog training. We were very lucky to get Chris as our trainer and I must say we were beyond grateful to have found a person who is both interested in the well being of your pet as much as your well being as an owner. In the beginning of our training there was a lot of nerves handling my own pet because the respect wasn't there but thanks to Chris Im more than happy to say that the bond between my dog and I is strong and built on mutual respect. He is very patient and is always willing to answer any question you may have at anytime you have it. If you are considering signing up with Breakthrough I would say go for it because you really wont regret it they are amazing.
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Alyssa Santellano
5/5Breakthrough dog training has helped us improve in so many ways with our dog, Loki. We have a two year old frenchie who is reactive towards people and occasionally dogs. Through training with Chris we have been able to strengthen our relationship with Loki and explore new experie…Read full reviewClose full review
Breakthrough dog training has helped us improve in so many ways with our dog, Loki. We have a two year old frenchie who is reactive towards people and occasionally dogs. Through training with Chris we have been able to strengthen our relationship with Loki and explore new experiences that we didn’t even think was possible. Before, we wouldn’t even consider taking him places unless it was a walk around the neighborhood and even that sometimes was a challenge. Chris has taught us the tools necessary to regain confidence as well as helped Loki with outlets for his excessive drive. Chris was always attentive to our questions and tailored training that fit Loki’s needs. We highly recommend Breakthrough Dog Training. You won’t be disappointed with the results.
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