Functional K9 Instructional Seminar

Location: Saugeen Schutzhund Club - 374127 6 Line, Amaranth, ON L9W 0M6

June 16, 17 & 18 2023

The Objective

Dog enthusiasts from all walks of life are craving new, complex activities to try with their dogs. Those with more experience want to test the abilities of themselves and their dog through various means. This seminar will give them something familiar while also offering something unique. With the implementation of 3 trainers from different backgrounds, yet mostly similar styles, we could offer an in-depth experience that feeds off one another rather than contradicts teachings. Each team will come away with far more growth and development.

WHO IS THIS SEMINAR FOR?

!! EVERYONE !! Police & Military Professionals / Sport Handlers / Dog Trainers / Working Handlers / Pet Owners etc.

The Classes

Decoy Fundamentals & Grip Work

In decoy fundamentals and grip work you will learn the proper techniques on how to properly catch a dog and assist and train proper grip work.

Tracking I and II

Tracking I: Introduces you to the techniques of tracking both in crushed vegetation and hard surface.

Tracking II: A more advanced class where we will go off-site to a more urban setting and lay mixed terrain tracks.

Threshold Obedience & Impulse Control

Setting goals and managing expectations, understanding when to push your dog and more importantly when to back off. Is your dog reactive? This class is for you!

Communication Fundamentals

Building on your ability to communicate with your K9. Giving you the tools to achieve your training aims through solid communication, and progressive training.

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Detection

In detection, you will learn the science behind detection work as well as a path of where to start and how to move forward to more advanced training.

K9 Trauma and First Aid

Using some of the most advanced training aids available, you'll learn some of the basic skills that could save your dogs life! Major bleeds, anaphylaxis, dehydration, bloat, even how to properly secure and carry your dog - we got you covered.

Meet Your Trainers

With over 50 years of active military and police work between them, you're in very capable and professional hands.

Owner / Trainer - Nordik K9

Elise Claridge

Presently in Law Enforcement, Elise had 14 years of military service and retired as a Medical Technician. Now working as a trainer for pet, sport (IGP) and working dogs.

Owner / Trainer - Viking K9 Canada

Rod Petrovic

Former military dog handler, and current police dog trainer. Focused on reality-based training for both handlers and K9s to prepare them for real-life operational scenarios.

Owner / Trainer - In Line K9

Josh Rowlands

A 19 year Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces. Working with K9s has always been his passion. He is driven to help dog owners live their best life with their pets.

Owner / Trainer - ParavetK9

Evan Nolte

A 14 year Veteran of the US Army as an Animal Care Sargent, he provided direct medical support at home & abroad for Special Forces dog teams & trained allied partner force handlers and medics.

Class Schedule

Classes are limited to 10 working spots. You will be required to sign up for you classes prior to attending the seminar.

Working Spot $450
Audit Spot $250

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