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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5/5Chris has managed to transform my dog’s unwanted behaviors and beautifully shape her public access skills. As a service dog prospect, her obedience and manners are vital to her future. Over our lessons, I have seen an incredible difference in the way my dog behaves and understand…Read full reviewClose full review
Chris has managed to transform my dog’s unwanted behaviors and beautifully shape her public access skills. As a service dog prospect, her obedience and manners are vital to her future. Over our lessons, I have seen an incredible difference in the way my dog behaves and understands, including strengthening her bond with me. From walking past distractions, settling in busy environments, holding positions, and performing reliable recall, she is a dog I have immense confidence in than when first started. It is clear Chris cares about the well-being of his clients, both dog and owner alike!
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Kori Jones
5/5
Christopher is a wonderful choice !! If you are looking for a tailored training that comes to you, then he is your best option. He is professional, personable, and knows his craft. Highly recommend. He started with my two bordie Collier/lab puppies. They knew nothing. Now they can sit, place, fetch, down, come, no/off.. on command. I am very pleased with the results, highly recommend!
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Crispy cutz
5/5Break through dog Training completely changed the relationship between me and my dog. Before training, I struggled with listening, behavior, and overall confidence in my dog, but now he’s honestly become the best dog ever. The trainer were patient, professional, and truly cared a…Read full reviewClose full review
Break through dog Training completely changed the relationship between me and my dog. Before training, I struggled with listening, behavior, and overall confidence in my dog, but now he’s honestly become the best dog ever. The trainer were patient, professional, and truly cared about helping with every single need we had.
Not only did they help with obedience and behavior, but they also taught me how to better communicate with my dog and build a stronger bond. The difference has been unbelievable — walks are easier, commands are followed, and my dog is happier and more confident than ever.
I highly recommend Break through Training to anyone looking for real results and people who genuinely care about dogs and their owners. Thank you guys for everything!
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Andrew Luera
5/5
Working with Chris has been phenomenal. During these 8 weeks our dog has grown and learned so much. Chris is patient, flexible and accommodating. He knows his stuff and it shows in his work. Any issues that have come up with my pup we were able to address them quickly. I would highly recommend working with him and his company.
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Steven Gonzales
5/5
Great dog trainer very detailed And easy to understand. I put Multiple dogs through him and had nothing but success
Highly recommended 👍🏼
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