Dogs By Andy also offers training for military and law enforcement
dogs. Our Search & Detection Training features a highly
successful program of instruction to the serious civilian K-9
handler who must be prepared to function at the professional
level.
Our training is designed to adequately convey our multi-faceted
and highly successful approach to professional K-9 training.
From remote collar training to highly specialized scent work
and bridging the gap in between, Dogs By Andy's Search & Detection
training is the most unique, versatile and comprehensive training
academy available anywhere.
Our program takes dog and handler teams through remote collar
training, man trailing training, and/or detection training.
Restricted enrollment per session ensures ample one-on-one
training for the handler.
Whether the goal is to learn remote collar
training exclusively or combined with search and scent work,
the following list of subject matter can be
combined to suit the individual's needs.
Scent theory- Environmental and climatic effects on scent
- Pool scent
- Scent discrimination
- Scent article collection, handling, and
preservation
- Starting trails from unusual scent articles
- Reliability on
the trail
- Urban trailing
- Night trails
- Developing a solid ID
- Courtroom testimony
- Training records
- Trailing dog standard operating procedure
- Initial interview techniques
- How to get your dog utilized
- How to start a Search & Rescue program
- Obedience training
- Proficiency testing
- Canine communication
- Recognizing anthropomorphism
- Remote collar training
- Remote collars applied to search work
- Reading your working dog
- Building focus and drive
- Equipment & gear
- Tactical formation and movement for K-9 trailing team
- When NOT to work your dog
- How canines learn
- Working with aggression
- Managing dog aggressive dogs
- Working with shy, timid dogs
- Retriever training
- Dog bite law
- Working dog selection
- K-9 first aid
- Liability and other insurance topics
- Problem solving
Search
and Detection Training applicants are considered and
matched relative to the experience level of the handler,
not the dogs. Course content is personalized and based
on the needs and interests of the students participating.
Acceptance is based on the best combination of handlers
to enhance optimal learning for all attendees.
Contact us today for more information.
