FirstBarkThis place was amazing. Other trainers weren't able to help take my dog after BK9 did and his behavior is much better than before. He used to be very territorial of me and would be jealous of my wife, but after coming back from a 4 week boarding and training he's able to help give us our own space and in general he barks a lot less than before.
Breakthrough K9 Training
Mechanicsville, Virginia
About Breakthrough K9 Training
BTK9 is a family owned and operated dog training and behavior modification company. We train your dog while they board with us, helping families with busy schedules who don't have time for the homework involved in group classes or one-on-one training. We specialize in training solid obedience under real life distractions, and behavior modification, breaking through fear and aggression, empowering dogs to live more confident and happy lives.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
- Recall training Customer-reported
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Reactivity training
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Dog boarding with training
Dog age
- Puppies
Additional services
- Boarding
Program details
Dog boarding
Other listed services
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- Dog training
Program details
Dog training
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Questions & answers
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What is the general cost of boarding and training?
For services and rates, please visit our website at www.breakthroughk9training.com
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.8
155 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Reactivity issues 23
- Board and train 18
- Leash walking 9
- Dog play 6
- Impulse control 6
- Recall training 6
All 10 topics
- Prong collar training 5
- Distraction training 2
- Foundation training 2
- Rescue dog training 2
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We love Breakthrough K9! Lenny, Stephanie and their team are wonderful! It is obvious how much they care about the dogs they are training and boarding. We have done the 2-week training session and several long weekend and week-plus boarding stays for our two yellow labs. The …Read full reviewClose full review
We love Breakthrough K9! Lenny, Stephanie and their team are wonderful! It is obvious how much they care about the dogs they are training and boarding. We have done the 2-week training session and several long weekend and week-plus boarding stays for our two yellow labs. The training was a game-changer - we truly enjoy walking our dogs now instead of being pulled down the street after them! When we board our pups with BTK9, we know they are being well cared for and also getting a "tune-up" on their training. Stephanie has also given me some great suggestions and a referral to a holistic vet who has helped our dog who has allergies and anxiety. I can't recommend them more highly!
Remarkably positive experience. Our dog went in fairly well trained, but with jealous tendencies and struggles controlling excitement. She came back calmer and significantly better at walking without distraction. Most importantly for us, so responds almost perfectly to the "place" command in our home. Great training.
Passionate, professionalism, expertise, caring, straight forward, educational, follow up, RESULTS! Thank you Lenny and your staff as there are not enough words. If anyone is considering training from simple obedience to aggressive issues like my dog, please don’t hesitate to hav…Read full reviewClose full review
Passionate, professionalism, expertise, caring, straight forward, educational, follow up, RESULTS! Thank you Lenny and your staff as there are not enough words. If anyone is considering training from simple obedience to aggressive issues like my dog, please don’t hesitate to have the best help you. From my experience having two previous trainers, BTK9 is the elite in dog training. He will give you and your dog all the tools and in our case the outcome couldn’t have been any better and continues to grow now three months after Ouzos return from boarding. My expectations were far exceeded and to this day he will reach out to check on our Dogo Argentine progress to make sure he and us are staying on track. Lenny has a genuine passion for what he does and it shows 💯.
Breakthrough K9 Training truly saved our pup. We have a Dogo Argentino (Ouzo) who has shown terrible aggression, particularly towards people, which was really concerning for us. We weren't sure how to move forward. Thankfully, my mom discovered Breakthrough K9. Lenny went out of …Read full reviewClose full review
Breakthrough K9 Training truly saved our pup. We have a Dogo Argentino (Ouzo) who has shown terrible aggression, particularly towards people, which was really concerning for us. We weren't sure how to move forward. Thankfully, my mom discovered Breakthrough K9. Lenny went out of his way to speak with me, my mom, and my fiancé. We did a 4 week board and train and MAN it feels like we have a whole new pup. If we had any questions or worries, we could call Lenny anytime. We have more confidence in Ouzo and he has more confidence in us. Thank you Lenny and Stephanie for absolutely everything! Breakthrough K9 is truly the best training we ever did for our Ouzo. I know if we ever get any future pups, we're getting them trained with Breakthrough K9.
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