Lots of kudos to Paul Wekstein, Mountain Canine College, Evergreen, CO! After a recent move to Evergreen from upstate New York, my two large mixed breed dogs began acting out in a very aggressive and rambunctious way. I found Mountain Canine College online and gave Paul a call. Not only did Paul help me train my dogs, but he did an excellent job channeling their energy in a much more constructive direction. Paul’s approach to dog training is professional, direct and very effective. After 35 years of training dogs, he really knows what he’s doing!

Paul saved our dog – literally. I got a dog from the pound for my daughters (6 and 10). The dog was starved and seemed to have been abused, and started growling at them. It kept escalating, and we didn’t know what to do. He eventually attacked another dog, and then bit my older daughter’s hand. My wife took him back to the pound. They called the sheriff, and Beethoven was about to be put down. My family was heart broken. I spent days talking to people in hopes of saving him. Then we found Paul. He thought that the dog could be saved, but he wanted to confirm it. I brought the dog back from the pound and Paul met us at our home. He spent more than 2 hours evaluating the dog with our children without charge. He felt, and was right, that the dog could be saved. He has been the consummate professional, and turned this abused dog around. He is extremely obedient, is a pleasure to walk with, and is now part of the family. His results are impeccable, and Beethoven is alive and in a loving home as proof.

Our 4 year old standard poodle Ghirardelli was a problem. While wonderful at home, he was aggressive with other dogs and would growl at any strange person, even with our orders not to growl. Although never a biter, he was an intimidator, and obviously fearful. One of three dogs in the house, he needed help. He had been through multiple obedience classes and knew the basic commands very well. In about 3 sessions, Paul had his number and the progress improved from there. Right after his “graduation” yesterday, we went out to breakfast and he sat, watching us from about 20 feet away, with kids running by, a number of people passing him and even two other dogs walking behind him. One down/stay and he was settled in. He’s happier and more content. In addition, we got a twofer. Paul has a deal with the second dog trained for a discount. Our 10 month old miniature poodle Scout also got his first round of training, and learned all wonderfully. Although not having pre-existing behavioral conditions, he responded perfectly. We couldn’t be more pleased. We highly recommend MCC & Paul.

Paul trained our dog nearly 8 years ago. She is so good everyone compliments me on her behavior whether we are out for a walk or she is at daycare or boarding. Paul did a great job with us and her…

Love, Love, Love Paul! I was bitten many times by dogs growing up and was not really excited about having a dog so I insisted that we get a puppy so I can learn to love him. Holy cow. Who knew a puppy was as much work as a new baby? Our half mastiff half hound dog (Black Mouth Cur) had me wanting to return him after 2 weeks. Paul came to the rescue and now my Wilson and I are inseparable and he minds (even when the rabbit runs in front of him)! Paul was referred to me by a friend who had him train three of her Shepards. I’m so glad she gave us his name!!! I can’t say enough. Whether you have a difficult dog or not, if you hire Paul, you’re going to see results. Thanks, Paul!!!

When confronted by a bull elk in our yard, “Anna” recalled without hesitation. Paul, the obedience training was money well spent.