Tactical Police K9 Training

04/23/2025

The Dallas Fort Worth International Airport will no hosting us July 9-11 for our K9 Supervisor’s Course.

This comprehensive course covers a variety of topics, including:

Effective and efficient selection
Training and management of Police K9 Units
K9 liability
Record keeping and report writing
Handling of training aids
Unit allocation

For more information or to sign up visit our website at https://tacticalpolicek9training.com/police-k9-seminars-events/

04/22/2025

When it comes to training your detection dog, what’s your go-to reward?
Are you team toy/play reward or team food reward?

Each has its pros:
• Toys can build drive and intensity
• Food can offer precision and repetition

Drop your preference below and tell us why it works for your dog!

04/21/2025

Teaching your dog to punch into the grip—driving forward with power and commitment—builds confidence, control, and crushing bite pressure. A strong punch means a full, deep grip, which reduces regrips and ensures stability during high-stress engagements.

It’s not just about the bite—it’s about the mindset. A dog that commits to the bite is a dog that trusts the work.

Train it right. Build it deep. Grip with purpose.

04/19/2025

Check out some of our available K9s as action figures!

04/16/2025

🚨Check out our latest episode! 🚨

If you’re interested in trailing dogs, this episode is one you’re not going to want to miss. We sit down with Nathaniel Hodges, a handler for the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office in North Carolina, and talk about all things trailing dog. From finding high risk felons to missing elderly, this episode is incredibly insightful.

Visit our website at https://k9rollcall.com/episode-10-nathaniel-hodges-give-the-dog-an-opportunity/ or your favorite streaming platform to listen!

04/15/2025

We love seeing our dogs at work

The warmer days during the last part of March were perfect for Wardens Johnny Fulton, Sgt. Glenn Griffie, and K-9 River to conduct some early spring fishing compliance checks on Laurel Lake.

Join our Team! Apply Today.

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04/15/2025

Interstate 95 through Nash County is considered a major corridor for drug trafficking, but the sheriff’s office has a unique tool in the fight against drug smuggling. His name is Waldo and he’s oft…

04/14/2025

We had to jump on this trend and show off our team! 💪

04/13/2025

Our Advanced Detection online class includes comprehensive lectures covering both basic and advanced detection techniques for today’s K9 teams, in addition to how to maximize training opportunities in your operational environment.

For more information on online classes or to sign up, please visit https://tacticalpolicek9training.com/online-programs-k9-handlers-supervisors/

04/11/2025

We still have several single and dual purpose narcotics K9s available for our May 19 handler school! For more information on available dogs please reach out to [email protected].

04/11/2025

Awesome work from our favorite doodle!

04/09/2025

Understanding the generalization of target odors across different locations is crucial for working dogs! 🐾🐕‍🦺 It’s not just about finding the scent in one place—it’s about teaching them to recognize it anywhere. By training dogs to generalize their search skills, we ensure they can detect the target odor in all environments, making them more reliable and effective. Whether it’s in a crowded city or a quiet field, the ability to adapt and pinpoint scents in varying locations is a game-changer for working dogs.

04/04/2025

🚨🐾 Why Teaching Full Grip Bites is Essential for Patrol Dogs 🐾🚨

Patrol dogs are vital in ensuring safety and security, and their training is key to their effectiveness. One of the most important skills they can master? Full Grip Bites. 💪🐕

🔑 Why it Matters:
1️⃣ Increased Control: A full grip ensures the dog has maximum control over the suspect, preventing escapes and minimizing the risk of injury.
2️⃣ Efficiency in Action: When a dog performs a full grip, they can hold onto a suspect longer, allowing officers to safely intervene.
3️⃣ Protection for the K9 and suspect: Proper full grip training helps the dog protect themselves in high-stress situations while maintaining their focus. This will also minimize damage for a suspect.
4️⃣ Better Outcomes: Full grip bites provide higher success rates in subduing dangerous individuals, reducing the need for excessive force.

👮‍♂️💥 Teaching full grip bites isn’t just about strength – it’s about creating safer, more controlled situations for everyone involved.

03/28/2025

Check out our latest episode!

🚨NEW EPISODE IS OUT🚨

Episode 9: Delfinin Basilio Quiroga – Drug War At The Border…The Other Side

This episode explores the fight of the US drug war on the southern border from the Mexico side. Basilio Quiroga is an experienced police K9 handler based in Tijuana, Mexico. With years of dedicated service, he has honed his skills in working alongside highly trained police dogs to assist in law enforcement operations, including drug detection, search and rescue, and apprehension of suspects. Known for his deep bond with his K9 partners, Quiroga’s approach combines tactical expertise with compassion for the animals he works with. His commitment to safety, training, and community service has made him a respected figure in Tijuana’s law enforcement community.

Listen to this episode at the link below or your favorite podcast platform.

https://k9rollcall.com/episode-9-drug-war-at-the-border-the-other-side/

03/27/2025

Day two of our decoy seminar is in full swing! So far we have covered goals of decoying, equipment, and how to successfully work a dog in a hard sleeve.

03/21/2025

Congratulations to our most recent handler school graduates! We can’t wait to see what these fantastic teams are going to accomplish.

03/18/2025

Training police K9 detection dogs at night is crucial for enhancing their skills in real-world scenarios. Nighttime brings unique challenges, like reduced visibility and heightened sensory reliance, which allows these dogs to hone their instincts in conditions they’ll face on duty. It’s about ensuring they can detect narcotics, explosives, and other threats, even in low-light or high-stress situations. Strong, versatile K9s = safer communities.

How do prepare your K9 for duty?

03/14/2025

Working traffic stops in a variety of environments before graduation is incredibly important for our handler school teams. This ensures our teams are ready to handle numerous distractions.