Certification Series/1.1

Series begins with standard Certification areas that in my opinion should be pulled due to the fact they mirror the Sport Dog mentality.  They are the most unrealistic scenarios that a canine team would experience on the street. Not only are these areas difficult for trainers to train, but also for handlers to keep sustainment […]

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Certification Series (Intro)

In no way am I bashing the pioneers of the working canine world. The industry has come a long way from where it started.  That being said, the industry has plateaued.  Case in Point:  Certification.  Most canine programs today train all year to certify. That concept works, only if certification mirrors real world concepts.  Does […]

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January/WK23 2017/Blog – Canine Tactical Gear Series (#9)

Last week I introduced the C-IFAK (Canine – Individual First Aid Kit).  I recommend storing the C-IFAK with first line gear in a cargo pocket on the handler’s support side. The C-IFAK contents support serious canine injuries/illness when you are away from your vehicle and seconds count.  For example – in a building, during a […]

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December/WK20 2016/Blog – Canine Tactical Gear Series (#7)

Canine Tactical Product: The Canine Ballistic Vest Most canine ballistic vests on the market are rated for human protection which is not practical for working canines.  A police canine’s working environment involves close quarters with small arm causalities, i.e. small caliber, knife or blunt object, and mobility is crucial for survival.  However, the vests are bulky, heavy […]

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November/WK15 2016/Blog – Canine Tactical Gear Series (#4)

Last week I stressed the importance of multiple uses for each piece of gear and introduced the Fail-Safe Collar and the JP Electric Collar (refer to 04Nov16 blog).  I described the fail-safe application, that if the hardware/snaps or breaks, the collar would still be attached to your canine. Just that application alone sets it apart from […]

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