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High Threat K9 Patrol Tactics

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K9 PATROL TACTICS COURSE

This course is physically demanding and high tempo. The goal is to maximize training / learning time and break the cycle of excessive “down time” that often accompanies K9 training days. Handlers will also act as cover officers and decoys.  Strong consideration will be given to developing handlers into more tactically competent officers and increasing the skills and confidence of their K9 partner.  Each handler will be required to fill out a K9 vetting form to assist the training cadre with learning about you and your K9.  Handlers must be approved by their agency to attend.

TOPICS COVERED
  • Tactical obedience & agility
  • Tracking with single and multiple officers
  • Shooting with and around K9’s
  • Leash techniques (handler & 2-man)
  • Search techniques – large scale events
  • Searching buildings & problem solving
  • Environmental distractions
  • Confidence building and weakness mitigation
  • Arrest techniques with and without physical apprehensions
  • Vehicle engagements and extractions
  • Force-on-force & immediate action drills
  • Strategies for neutralizing lethal assaults
  • Offensive & defensive advantages
  • Policies & procedures
  • Current case law