The seminar will be open to Law Enforcement K-9 handlers and supervisors. The class will be open to up to 15 handler/dog teams. Spectators, including supervisors are welcome to attend. The class will comprise both classroom instruction and practical handling in scenario based problems. Advanced Detection will cover practical detection scenarios and problem solving all aspects of detector dog teams in narcotics detection. This seminar will also include operations for searching warehouses, tractor trailers, checkpoints, and vehicle stops as training venues permit. Includes classroom and field work.

1. Advanced Narcotics Detection Seminar
San Angelo Police Department
San Angelo, TX
February 27 – March 1, 2018
The seminar will be open to Law Enforcement K-9 handlers and supervisors. The class will be open to up
to 15 handler/dog teams. Spectators, including supervisors are welcome to attend. The class will comprise
both classroom instruction and practical handling in scenario based problems. Advanced Detection will
cover practical detection scenarios and problem solving all aspects of detector dog teams in narcotics
detection. This seminar will also include operations for searching warehouses, tractor trailers, checkpoints,
and vehicle stops as training venues permit. Includes classroom and field work
Participants Will:
• Learn to properly deploy their K9s in real-world scenarios.
• Be challenged on hides of varying height, depth, weight and permeation times.
• Prepare to perform above currently existing canine certification protocols.
• Prepare for Scenario-based NTPDA type certifications www.tacticalcanine.com
• Learn techniques for more efficient deployment: free searching & scanning
• Learn techniques through hide placement to create a more independent K9
• Reduce the handler dependency of their k9 in difficult problems.
• Learn how to set up training to extinct responses to distractor odors.
• Learn how to set up maintenance training plans to improve performance
• Improve final response behaviors: scratching or passive-stare to source.
• Understand the difference between direct reward from source protocol and indirect reward
protocols
Jerry Bradshaw, Training Director
Tarheel Canine Training, Inc.
230 W. Seawell Street
Sanford, NC 27330
Tel. 919-774-4152
Fax. 919-776-3151
Cell. 919-244-8044 (Sales & registration)
www.tarheelcanine.com

2. “Innovating the future of dog training.”
Registration Form
Please send this in to register for the seminar. A schedule of events will be provided upon
receipt of the registration. Payment can also be made by Faxing in this form 919-776-
3151 or emailing to admin@tarheelcanine.com and calling Amy Maxwell, Office
Manager, Tarheel Canine at 919-774-4152 and paying with a credit card. Municipal PO
also accepted for payment.
Send to: Tarheel Canine Training, Inc. PO Box 1694, Sanford, NC 27330.
Name _________________________________________________________________
Agency Affiliation _______________________________________________________
Yes, I am bringing a patrol K9 _______ No, I am unable to bring a patrol K9 ______.
K9 Certified with ________________________________________ (Agency or Organization)
Address ___________________________________ State__________ Zip ____________
Tel # ____________________ (C) ____________________ (W) E-Mail________________
Handler participating $300.
Spectator participating $100, shall not be pro-rated.
$_______ is enclosed. Make Checks Payable to Tarheel Canine Training, Inc.
This release is intended to discharge Tarheel Canine Training, Inc. and their owners, officers, employees,
agents, and sponsors, and the San Angelo PD, and the City of San Angelo TX, from and against any and all
liability arising out of or in connection with my participation in any of the seminar events for which I am
registered or in which I am participating. I understand that serious accidents can occur during police dog
training, events, and other dog-related activities. Participation in such activities may occasionally result in
serious personal injury and/or property damages. Knowing and appreciating such risks, nevertheless, I
hereby agree to assume those risks and full responsibility for the actions of my dog(s) and myself. By
signing below I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to this hold harmless agreement.
_____________________________ __________
Applicant’s Signature Date

3. Local Contact Information
Joel Fincher, cell: 325-212-3348 or
Sgt Brian Gesch , Office: 325-656-4960
Class Location (First Morning 8:00am Meeting)
Fairfield Inn (classroom is a conference room at the hotel).
1459 Knickerbocker Rd, San Angelo, Tx 76904.
T: 325-482-4800
Hotels:
Fairfield Inn (the room rate is $93.00 a night).
1459 Knickerbocker Rd, San Angelo, Tx 76904.
T: 325-482-4800