6th Annual International Police K-9 Conference Class Schedule
Police K-9 Magazine continues to lead the way in K-9 handler training with instructors from all over the world. The classes will cover every aspect of K-9 handling. Handlers in all stages of their careers will benefit from the knowledge and experience shared in these classes.
***Class Schedule is subject to change. Please check back for updates.***
Tuesday, March 3rd
REGISTRATION
Registration starts at noon – 2nd Floor Conference Center
All attendees will receive a free SWAG bag and conference t-shirt!
ICEBREAKER SOCIAL 5:00-7:00 PM
You’re invited…to a “Vegas” themed evening of food, fun and networking. Join us in the Vendor Hall to meet and greet with vendors, class instructors and 800+ attendees.
Sponsored by our PLATINUM Sponsor: K-9 BSD
Wednesday, March 4th
Havis
Classroom A
CanineX
Classroom B
K-9 BSD
Classroom E
Elite K-9
Classroom F/G
Police K-9 Magazine
Classroom Firenze
Indestructibone
Classroom Tuscany
8:00-10:00 AM
*Live-Demonstration using dogs*
& David Pantley
Scent Cones and How Scent Moves
Dondi Hydrick
Operational Based Explosive Dog Training & Importance of Search Intel
Paul Hammond
E-Collar: Off Leash Control and Canine Problem Solving
Doug Roller
Nate Harves
High Risk K-9 Patrol Operations and K-9 SWAT Deployment – S.K.I.D.D.S./CATS
Brad Smith
10:00-10:15 AM – MORNING BREAK
Food & Beverages in the Vendor Hall – Sponsored by our BRONZE sponsor: Bulletproof Pet Products – Indestructibone
10:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Leos Drbohlav
K-9 Nutrition: Beyond the Bag: How Marketing and Media Impact Your K-9’s Career
Nicci Decrisantis
Training to a Tactical Level
Brett Titus
Practices, Data, and Concepts that Every Explosives Detection Canine Handler Should Know
Kevin Good
Improving Control Over Your Police Canine
Manuel Villanueva
Courtroom Testimony – Know the Answers to the Questions Before They’re Asked
Brad Smith
12:15-1:15 PM – LUNCH
Everyone will be on their own for lunch, but there are four fabulous dining options to choose from inside the gorgeous Tuscany Suites! Click here for details.
1:15-3:15 PM
K-9 Psychology: The Mind of Your Dog, Implications for Training, Performance, & Being an Effective K-9 Team
*Live-Demonstration using dogs*
K-9 First Aid
Michael Nielsen
Criminal Interdiction – Success on the Street and in the Courtroom
Ed Van Buren
Obedience to Odor
Ken Licklider
K-9 Tactical / S.W.A.T Debrief
Lance Schroyer
K-9 Legal: Session 1
John M. Peters,
Attorney at Law
3:15-3:30 PM – AFTERNOON BREAK
Food & Beverages in the Vendor Hall – Sponsored by our BRONZE sponsor: Bulletproof Pet Products – Indestructibone
3:30-5:30 PM
Building Search: Utilizing the Canine in Tactical CQB with a Team
Bobby Roettger
Rodney Spicer
The Dynamics of Training Police K-9s
Don Slavik
Muzzle Fighting
Ricky Farley
A Successful Rural K-9 Program
Eddie Brannon
K-9 Legal: Session 2
John M. Peters,
Attorney at Law
HOSPITALITY NIGHT 5:30-7:00 PM
Hospitality night with appetizers and beverages in the Vendor Hall
Sponsored by our GOLD Sponsor: Elite K-9
Thursday, March 5th
Havis
Classroom A
CanineX
Classroom B
K-9 BSD
Classroom E
Elite K-9
Classroom F/G
Police K-9 Magazine
Classroom Firenze
Indestructibone
Classroom Tuscany
8:00-10:00 AM
K-9 First Aid
Michael Nielsen
K-9 Nutrition: Is your Dog on the Right Fuel and How do you Know?
Dave Dourson & John Howard
K-9 Selection, Imprinting, Search Patterns, Communication & Full Overview of Starting & Finishing a Detection K-9
Paul Shaughnessy
Reality Based Detection Training
Rodney Spicer
Remote Control System for
Tactical K-9 Units
Dr. Ikhwan Kim
Winning With
Your Dog
Mark Hines
10:00-10:15 AM – MORNING BREAK
Food & Beverages in the Vendor Hall – Sponsored by our BRONZE sponsor: Bulletproof Pet Products – Indestructibone
10:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Critical Incident K-9 Application: Myths versus Reality
*Live-Demonstration using dogs*
Criminal Patrol in Rural Areas – From Farming to Felonies
Michael Varilek
NCATS: National Canine Audit Tracking System
Joe Smith & Brett Titus
E-Collar: Off Leash Control and Canine Problem Solving
Doug Roller
Trauma in Working Dogs
Travis Hicks
Explosives Explained
Paul Orcutt & Todd Wilber
12:15-1:15 PM – LUNCH
Everyone will be on their own for lunch, but there are four fabulous dining options to choose from inside the gorgeous Tuscany Suites! Click here for details.
1:15-3:15 PM
Proper K-9 Selection & Testing
*Live-Demonstration using dogs*
Dondi Hydrick & Michael Nielsen
Person-Borne Explosives Detection Canines
*Live-Demonstration using dogs*
Tracy Campbell
K-9 Narcotics Detection
Ricky Farley
IED Recognition & Situational Threat Assessment
Ryan, EOD
Police K-9: Taking Our Industry Back
Joe Smith
Ken Licklider
3:15-3:30 PM – AFTERNOON BREAK
Food & Beverages in the Vendor Hall – Sponsored by our BRONZE sponsor: Bulletproof Pet Products – Indestructibone
3:30-5:30 PM
Dog Sparring, Communication with the K-9 & Exposure to Man Pressure as a Decoy
Matt Godwin
A 21st Century Reclassification of Scent-Training Aids Based on Scientific Studies, Training Outcomes & Operational Impacts
Dr. David Adebimpe
Hidden Compartments, Criminal Patrol & Officer Safety
Danny
K-9 Industry Experts Q & A
Brett Titus, Eddie Brannon, Lance Schroyer, Joe Smith & Cord Overson
Performance Health and Nutrition
Cory Nordin
Building Search: Utilizing the Canine in Tactical CQB with a Team
Bobby Roettger
RAFFLE NIGHT 5:30-7:00 PM
Food & Entertainment in the Vendor Hall
Sponsored by our SILVER Sponsor: Havis