Dodger’s Paws

Pleasanton, United States

5

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11 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 925-980-2872
Website:
www.dodgerspaws.com
Address:
39 California Ave Ste 305, Pleasanton, CA, 94566
b/t Washington St & Del Valle Pky
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
1.3 miPleasanton
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Today

Today 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Closed now
Local time (Pleasanton) 11:06 PM Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Business hours

Monday 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Tuesday 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 8:30 pm
Thursday 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Friday 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Sunday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

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History

Established in 2009.

Christine Salazar, CATT founded Dodger’s Paws in 2009 and co-​founded The Dog School in 2011. She’s re-​focusing her efforts on Dodger’s Paws and changes are in full effect! Dodger’s Paws has moved to suite #305. We’re really excited about this almost 2000 square foot space equipped with rubber flooring for better traction and joint support for the dogs.

Meet the Business Owner

Christine S.

Business Owner

Christine is a Certified American Treibball Trainer, a graduate of the Canine Behavior Academy, an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, a Doggone Safe Presenter and is certified in Pet First Aid.

Christine continues to stay up to date on new ideas and techniques by attending seminars, workshops, and classes of all types.

She has taught at several locations, including the East Bay SPCA. She founded Dodger’s Paws in 2009 and she co-​founded The Dog School in 2011. She is excited to return her focus back to Dodger’s Paws exclusively.

Christine teaches a variety of classes, that focus on making the training enjoyable for the human and their dog; she believes it should be FUN!

Christine truly enjoys working with people as much as dogs, helping them «connect with their canine» and form a great working relationship based on mutual respect. She feels blessed to have the opportunity to do what she loves!

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11 reviews of Dodger’s Paws

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Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
Wonderful, wonderful classes. Christine is one of the BEST trainers I have ever come across. My 10 month old puppy is the best behaved dog wherever we go. I’ve taken two of her classes, and am taking my third in March.
Even though I have only taken group classes, Christine somehow manages to talk to each of us one on one, helping us with individual issues. I credit a lot of our success to practicing every day and listening to what she says. My dog loves her, and we are looking forward to our third class together.
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
I spoke to Christine one time over Christmas, she spent 15 minutes on the phone with me. In that 15 minutes she told me exactly what to do to keep our little Molly from going potty in the house now that her backyard has been taken from her because of landscaping renovations. Her only option is out in front of our house and she cannot wander around because it is not fenced or gated. She told us to keep Molly with us in the house at all times even if we had to put her on the leash for least for two weeks. If by then we didn’t see any accidents then she would probably be good to go. We kept our eyes on Molly at all times and if she couldn’t be supervised for any period of time she would go in her gated play area. Molly has had one accident inside the house since our phone call. Christine was just wonderful and forthcoming and spent a good amount of time with me and gave me free advice. I am now looking into her classes so we can continue great behavior. Thank you Christine!
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
I cannot say enough good things about Dodger’s Paws. I just moved to Livermore from Atlanta, and really wanted to start working on getting my puppy trained and socialized, especially since she is a «teenager» now.
Christine is knowledgeable, pleasant, and fantastic to work with. She is patient with every dog she works with and gives advice that all dog owners can use, even if she is talking to one owner about their specific problem. Classes are fun and fast-​paced, and my pup is good and tired at the end of each class. I also love the selection of classes, if you want to go past basic obedience to get into the show ring, learn nose work, do agility, whatever, there is a class that will fit your needs.
Also, I love that they have «teen socials» for puppies over five months. These pups also need socialization, and Mena (who is also awesome) goes through normal dog interaction behaviors and gives great advice on things like how to introduce your pup to new dogs, what to look for if you think your puppy is getting overwhelmed/​being overwhelming in dog-​dog interactions, how to get your dog to calm down if they get too excited around new people and situations, etc.
Place rating: 5
Dublin, CA
Remy has been going to Christine’s classes since he was 9 weeks old back when it was still the Dog School. Now, we’ve followed her to Dodger’s Paws a few doors down and he is currently enrolled in the Canine Good Citizen test prep. How time flies!
We love the positive reinforcement methods and the group class format really helps with his socialization. He enjoys attending class there and goes into «working» mode because he knows that treats are incoming. While class is in session, Christine gets everyone involved in the exercises so that other dogs act as distractions while one dog is practicing his stays and heels. Unlike other doggy group lessons, you aren’t sitting around and waiting for your turn and the dogs are always engaged. Remy comes home exhausted after the hour from all that mental stimulation!
Beyond the puppy and adult obedience series, my pup has also enjoyed the tricks class and introduction to Treibball — something that all working dogs should try! Dodger’s Paws offers a variety of other speciality and sports classes with different trainers (nosework, agility, conformation training, etc), which I hope we will be able to attend in the future. Remy absolutely loves Christine (and not just because she smells like treats all the time) so we’ll definitely be continuing to further his «education» here!
Place rating: 5
Pleasanton, CA
Christine is super knowledgable, friendly, and truly loves dogs. I’ve enjoyed every experience I’ve had.
I bought a puppy for my parents in September, and low and behold, he would not go potty outside (for at least a month). I called her to have her come help my parents in their house, and she adjusted the way they were handling him and he started to change almost immediately.
I then signed the puppy up for puppy classes, which were a HUGE help. He is a good boy, but just never listened when you gave him an order. He started listening and learning his tricks about midway through, and it’s been great ever since. I’m definitely signing him up for the second class.
Thanks, Christine! I’m suggesting you to all my puppy friends!
Place rating: 5
Pleasanton, CA
great class! on to puppy 2
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
I doubt you will find a more fun, knowledgeable, patient trainer! Our puppy loves going to classes and is learning the skills to be an amazing dog. Puppy 1 with the social hour is a MUST for anyone with a new puppy. Help your puppy get through their fear period and experience new sights, sounds and sensations in a closely monitored environment.
I can’t say enough amazing things about our experiences so far at Dodger’s Paws!
Place rating: 5
Pleasanton, CA
Dodgers Paws is an outstanding dog school! We took our 4 month old puppy to the school for the Level 1 training and were amazed at how well Christine worked with the puppies and owners. It was like magic at first watching Christine work with the puppies, getting them to sit, stay, etc. But after following her guidance and thorough weekly worksheets, it was surprisingly easy to replicate her training. The puppies love the playtime at the beginning and end of each class, which provides the very important socialization skills. We are planning on moving on to the next Level 2 training, and any other courses she offers. Amazing results!
Place rating: 5
San Leandro, CA
Christine is fantastic! I have attended her treibball class with more than one of my dogs and loved it. She is clear, knowledgeable and attentive to her students. I highly recommend her!
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Just completed Puppy Training 1 with Christine and it was great. Puppies get to play and we learned some great basic commands. Homework and reference are provided and Christine gave us great answers and help to all our first puppy concerns! Can’t wait to go back for Puppy Manners.
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
Christine is an amazing dog trainer. She really focuses on your goals and is great at helping dogs build confidence and skills. I feel really proud of my dog because of Christine’s help. She uses positive methods only and works on helping dogs shape their behavior in really fun ways. My dog actually asks me to set up training activities for her.