Courses

Details:

In order for a dog to perform their best and be a valuable asset to a team, it is essential that the handler is properly trained in the appropriate methods of canine control. At Kan Holland, Our Basic handler program ensures that all of your handlers are well-versed in these techniques so that they can take advantage of the exceptional abilities of our highly-trained K9s. The Basic Handler Course is conducted at the designated country or at KAN Holland training centre in the Netherlands and normally takes a minimum of two weeks for each group/shipment, depending on the experience of the dog handlers. This program is primarily practical oriented and also provides theoretical knowledge. Depending on the type of working dogs.

Topics:

• Management of the kennel area
• Administration and logging
• Managing all K9 personnel

Advanced Topics:

• Safety protocols
• Preparation for certification

Note:

Participation in the Basic Handler Course is obligatory for those buying dogs from our training centre. After completion of the course, we will, in consultation with the client, determine if the teams have achieved the required level of proficiency to be certified or whether they need more specialized training.

Details:

We have an extremely experienced K9 Manager who will remain onsite for the duration of the entire K9 project. The course is to be carried out in the designated country, and the timeframe will depend on the organization of the project and the skill levels of the local handlers, with a minimum of twelve weeks.

Topics:

• Offering advice and consultation for building the kennel including meetings with the local architect
• Providing advice for K9 vehicles
• Providing advice in obtaining scents for the training and training venues
• Selecting local handlers and a vet
• Managing the Basic Handler Courses

Advanced Topics:

• Management of the kennel area
• Administration and logging
• Managing all K9 personnel
• Advanced strategies to search vehicles, buildings, luggage and areas
• Managing the Basic Handler Courses
• Advanced guard techniques
• Safety protocols
• Perform daily quality control
• Educating and instructing team leaders
• Certification preparation for EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal)
• Providing advanced decoy and guard patrol dog training
• Further additional tasks