Our story
Too many dogs are judged by their breed or their size before anyone gets to know them. Dog Over Breed was built around a simple idea: look at the dog first.
We look at each dog as an individual and consider behavior, energy, comfort, and compatibility rather than making assumptions based on breed. That approach shapes every service we offer, from how daycare groups are formed to how we help owners at home.
What we believe
We pay attention to how dogs communicate, play and settle, and adjust their care around what we see.
All breeds welcome with open hearts. Placement is based on the individual dog.
Clear routines, managed playgroups and a structured registration process.
Picture and video updates when available, and a team you can call.
Real-world dog handling and honest expectations, without overpromising.
An experienced local dog care team trusted by East Bay dog owners.
Experience
We help train and mentor people who want to learn how to work with dogs and their owners. That hands-on experience working with dogs, owners, and future pet-care professionals shows up in the practical dog-handling guidance we give every client, focused on behavior modification and socialization.
Safety & care
Our approach focuses on thoughtful group placement, frequent check-ins, clear communication, vaccination requirements, and an environment that supports indoor and outdoor movement.
Dogs grouped by energy, temperament and social style.
Dogs are checked on frequently throughout the day.
High ceilings, large roll-up gates and a rear exit door.
Real moments shared with owners when available.
Current records required before any visit.
Reviews
★★★★★
Dog Over Breed has been with us since we first got Brooklyn. It’s been almost 5 years and they treat her like she is their own. They’ve done an amazing job with her socializing and dog training, and we are lucky we found them when we did! Brooklyn gets happy every time she sees them. For anyone needing assistance with their dog, I highly recommend Dog Over Breed!
Jonathan Martinez · Google review
★★★★★
We’ve been loyal to Dog Over Breed and Mo since he came highly recommended to us in 2020. The team treats us and our pup with respect and trains him, and us, every time we have our dog spend the day and/or night.
We’ve used daily and boarding services and we are always confident that everything is going to be perfect.
Last, the new facility remodel is first class. Shows that they’ve thought of the dogs, their safety, happiness, and cleanliness.
Can’t recommend enough!
David Rose · Google review
★★★★★
Great group of dog experts. These guys understand how the dogs think, what motivates them, and how to change their behavior.
My cattle dog mix is very much a 1-person dog, but he loves his pals at Dog Over Breed and is better behaved with them.
As is often the case, it’s been my inconsistencies as the pet owner that my dog was taking advantage of and getting confused by, so these guys also helped to “train” me on what my pup expects/needs to be his best self.
They have supported us with walks, which are more than the typical walk around the block for 30 min you often get. They pick up and drop off the dogs and it turns out to be a few hour adventure for them.
Doggie daycare is well managed at their facility as is grooming (bath, nails, defur, brushing, etc.).
Communications and timeliness are spot on.
Thanks guys!
Rob Moniz · Google review
Dog Over Breed · Concord, CA
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