MOC K9 Training
Ranked #3 in Castle Rock and #33 in Colorado
Service area: MOC K-9 Training is based in Castle Rock, Colorado, and serves clients across Colorado. They also conduct group hikes in locations like Cheesman Canyon Pike National Forest.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Potty Training
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
MOC K-9 Training offers customized training plans covering a range of services. Obedience training is available for all ages and experience levels, from puppy development to advanced skills. They provide Detection/Nose Work for K-9 teams, sport competitors (NACSW), and owners seeking stimulating activities. Protection/Apprehension training focuses on real-world applications for personal safety. Behavior modification addresses issues from minor habits like jumping to serious aggression, utilizing operant and classical conditioning.
Training formats include “1 ON 1 TRAINING” which focuses on teaching the client how to train their dog, and “BOARD AND TRAIN” which is a fully immersive program where dogs receive daily hands-on training to achieve customized goals, followed by a private 1-on-1 session. They also run the 5280 Detection Club, a community for Scent Work/Detection training on a weekly basis for goal-oriented individuals. Additionally, MOC K-9 offers online video training content on demand covering foundational concepts like Classical Conditioning, Operant Conditioning, and Modalities, as well as various in-person seminars including group classes, group hikes, and K9 operational medicine courses.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
MOC K-9 Training states they are transparent and list their pricing upfront, unlike many other trainers. However, general pricing for their main services is not provided in the content; clients are directed to fill out a form to learn more about packages and pricing. Specific seminars are priced at $100 or $250.
Policies
For Board and Train programs, deposits are non-refundable if cancelled. Rescheduling a Board and Train program requires at least one week’s advance notice. All scheduled private sessions must be cancelled or rescheduled a minimum of 24 hours prior to the session time. Late cancellations and “No-Shows” for private sessions will be charged at the normal rate.
About the Trainer
MOC K-9 Training, also known as M.O.C. (Making Outstanding Canines) Training, is recognized as one of Colorado’s premier dog training services. Owned and operated by military veteran Adam Deaver and based in Castle Rock, their focus is on providing customized training plans to enhance communication, improve relationships, and better the quality of life for owners and their dogs.
Training sessions are conducted at their facility, ensuring owners understand how to effectively utilize the training for long-term results. They are balanced and science-based trainers, employing principles like Classical Conditioning (Pavlov) and Operant Conditioning (B.F. Skinner) to create clarity for dogs, owners, and families.
MOC K-9 Training prides itself on a 100% 5-star review record across Google, Yelp, and Facebook. They offer expert-led services for virtually any dog in any situation, from puppy development to behavior modification and teaching new skills, with no breed or size restrictions.
Beyond individual training, they foster community through the 5280 Detection Club, which promotes and trains in Scent Work/Detection for both sport and real-world applications. They also provide online video training content on demand for continued learning and offer various seminars, including group classes, group hikes, and K9 operational medicine courses.
Accomplishments
MOC K-9 Training is recognized as one of Colorado’s top dog training services and boasts a 100% 5-star rating across Google, Yelp, and Facebook from over 100 reviews. Owner Adam Deaver is a military veteran who gained diverse professional dog training experience through apprenticeships across Colorado, Portland, Oregon, and Salt Lake City, Utah. He completed the NePoPo® Silver School in November 2021 and the NePoPo® Gold School in April 2022. Trainer Mitch Kibel has a background in professional ballroom and Latin dancing, including a world championship, and majored in psychology at CSU. The team works with professional K-9 teams, including law enforcement and private contractors, and competitors in sports like NACSW and PSA.
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients are encouraged to send a message or fill out a form on the website to schedule a consultation or learn more about the training programs. They emphasize reaching out promptly for aggressive behaviors, assuring that they can help regardless of the dog’s size or breed. Clients can also review the services page for different training packages before contacting for a consultation.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekends
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- is owned by veterans
- wheelchair accessible parking