May 2011 News
Narcotics detection course
We are proud to announce the imminent commencement of our Narcotics detection course.
Dogs have a built in need to work, excess energy is a huge contributory factor to boredom and misbehavior in the home and this course may be the answer to all your problems!
Not all dogs are suited to this type of very specialized activity so below are a few frequently asked questions …
“Is my dog suitable for this training?”
If your dog has a high “play drive” - a love of a toy to the point where he or she will search for it if it is lost in long grass then, yes.
” How old does my dog need to be?”
To begin the training we will be looking for dogs over 8 months old.
” How long is the course?”
The course will run in modules 1. Basic search patterns and theory 2. Evidence presentation & Cannabis 3. Advanced search & Cocaine 4. Heroin and LSD. Each module will run for 4 weeks - This is an intensive course that will lead to certification and a potential income. A “bolt on” advanced search techniques course unavailable anywhere else in the USA is available for suitable candidates and as a stand alone course for Law Enforcement personnel.
“How long is each session?”
Each session will be of 1 1/2 hours to 2 hours duration - practice in your own time will also be required but will be of huge benefit to you and your dog in satisfying their need to channel their energy
“What happens at the end of my modules?”
Successful dogs will be certified and able to conduct searches for narcotics and may make themselves available for paid searches of schools, private homes (at the request of the owners) etc.
“Do I need to re-certify?”
Re-certification will take place for dogs wishing to conduct live searches every 6 months
“Is it expensive?”
narcotics detection courses typically cost around $10,000 - $20,000. At Pawfection we are committed to quality training at realistic affordable prices. Each module will cost $250, that is a tenth of the cost of anywhere else … and that is from a REAL Police dog handler with REAL experience, not a civilian trainer with internet qualifications and no experience in a live environment.
“Why is it so cheap?”
Because we believe that it does not cost $10,000 to train a search dog. With quality instruction and hard work on the part of the owner excellent standards can be achieved without the need to pay huge unnecessary training fees. We believe that in these difficult economic times the joy of actually working a dog shouldn’t be open only to the rich and Law enforcement.
“Why would a school employ a civilian handler and not a Police Officer?”
Schools may not wish a student discovered with narcotic substance to automatically enter the judicial system, there are often underlying reasons that would be better dealt with on a more informal basis. A Police Officer conducting a search is DUTY BOUND to act if anything is found whereas civilian handlers are able to pass responsibility to faculty staff or parents.
This is real dog handling, this course will be the most rewarding thing you will ever do with your dog, all you need is perseverance, tenacity, a willingness to learn and a desire to make a difference in people’s lives.
Drugs destroy lives …. be a part of the solution …
Edited: May 10th, 2011
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