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Handler Development Course

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Who is this course for?

This 40-hour technical course is designed for law enforcement dog handlers, their supervisors, administrators, and risk managers.  This in-depth class covers a variety of information to increase your program’s efficiency while decreasing your liability.

TOPICS

  • The species canine and the law enforcement canine, chronological history.
  • How the dog learns.
  • The application to law enforcement.
  • Field tactics.
  • Officer Safety.
  • Veterinary care.
  • Legal aspects.  Case law past and recent.
  • “Guard & Bark,” what is best for your agency. Includes practical hands-on demonstrations and applications.
  • Techniques to change over to “guard & bark.”
  • Techniques to enhance “guard & bark.”