07/14/2022
Mitch Henderson’s bio (K9 Trainer)
Mitch has a very extensive background in a variety of K9 expertise. Mitch is a responsible, committed, professional K9 handler in Explosives Detection (IPWDA & TSA certified). Ten years experience in K9 SAR disciplines, including national NAPWDA certifications in trailing and cadaver detection, and leadership of SCSARDA, a South Carolina-based all-volunteer K9 SAR team. Active in service to the community, including more than 30 years as a volunteer firefighter, three years as volunteer with Wellford Police Department, and eight years service on a community emergency response team involving interaction and engagement with various law enforcement and emergency management agencies. More than 20 years previous employment at Spartanburg Water System. Mitch is currently a Explosives Detection K9 Handler, K2 Solutions, 2021 to present where he Engage works with his partner K9 in cargo screening for complex cargo configurations •Experience in large to mid-sized airports •Certifications by International Police Work Dog Association (IPWDA) & TSA.
Mitch currently holds the title of K9 SAR “Tailgate” Incident Command Leader: organize search patterns using topographical maps; strategize K9 team use based on wind direction, dog response, and terrain. Much is the current President of the SC Search and Rescue Dog Association where his duties include coordinate call-outs and team member response, handle personnel issues, and team communication.
Some of Mitch’s certifications and training
Certifications •IPWDA Certification, Explosives Detection --K9 ", 2021 •NAPWDA Certification, Cadaver Detection --K9 “Penny,” 2021 •NAPWDA Certification, Trailing --K9 “Remington,” 2015 Training •Hendersonville City Police Department: drug detection, bite work, trailing & tracking training, 2010-present •Crime Scene Preservation Certification, 2020 •K-9 CPR/First Aid, 2018 •K-9 Stretching Techniques, 2018 •Teepa Snow: Search and Rescue for Missing Persons with Dementia/Alzheimers, 2016 •Managing the Land Search Operation, 2015 •Lost Person Behavior, 2014 •CPR/First Aid Certification
