I had the privilege of working with Mark Patton in 2011. Our paths crossed at a critical time in my Professional Training Career. I was pleased to learn new techniques from Mark that helped clear the path that eventually led to my Current Retriever Training Program. Because of Mark’s influence I think about training in a whole new light.
Lindsay Robinson
Pro-Trainer and Owner
"Gypsy Oak Retrievers"
Malad, Idaho
I have known Marc for 17 years. He is the only trainer I know that has achieved success in both Schutzhund and Field trials on a national level. He has an innate ability to read dogs that few trainers have and I have sought his advice many times over the years on problem dogs. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for high quality results.
Kelly Blackwell
Owner of ‘About Turn Dog Training’
Observing Marc train dogs over the past two years, I've been nothing but impressed. I think Marc's training background in the non-retriever venues has given him the tools to deal with the different personalities of each dog. I feel he has achieved success at the national level in different venues because of his ability to adapt his training methods to each individual dog instead of a one size fits all mentality.
Bubba Joiner
A.K.C. Field trial and Hunt Test Judge
Marc has trained my now 2-year-old Lab since he was 6 months old. I couldn't be happier with the results thus far. Marc's love for the dogs is evident in the way he handles them. His work ethic is second to none. Holidays, bad weather days and weekends, Marc puts in the time it takes to produce quality dogs. I never wonder if I am getting my money’s worth. I would recommend Marc to anyone that is serious about their dog training.
Mark Glow
Albany, GA.
Working with Marc Patton as he trained my dog has been very rewarding. While some dogs come to the Field Trial game with the greatest of pedigrees, mine was good, but on paper didn’t match what many of the top dogs enjoy. Marc was able to recognize his potential at a young age and it was thrilling to later see my dog excel with some of the country’s finest dogs and handlers. I’ll never forget the excitement that came when he won his first blue ribbon, all due to Marc’s insight into dogs and dedicated training.
Vic Sullivan
Field Trial/Hunt Test Client
