Advanced Detection Handler Course May 18–21, 2026 (Class)

Dates: May 18-21, 2026
Location: Ford K9 Training Center – Santa Rosa, CA
Cost: $950 per team (1 handler + 1 dog)

Join us for an intensive 4-day Advanced Handler Class designed for professional detection dog teams looking to elevate their performance and problem-solving capabilities. This class is open to all certified or operational detection dog teams across disciplines, including explosives, narcotics, firearms, electronics, wildlife, and more.

Each day combines focused lectures, challenging practical scenarios, and real-time feedback from Ford K9 instructors. Topics will include:

• Advanced search strategies in dynamic environments
• Handler cueing and observational awareness
• Odor threshold, generalization, and context traps
• Problem-solving techniques for common detection challenges
• Blank search management and realistic “action on find” protocols
• Incorporation of video review and body camera footage for critique

Whether you’re looking to tune up your team’s performance, address lingering issues, or build more confidence in operational readiness, this class is built for experienced handlers who want real-world, results-driven training.

📧 Limited spots available.