The „K9 Professional“ course is an advanced working dog training program focused on scent detection and protection work. Modern service dogs must deliver top performance in diverse and challenging situations, demonstrating reliability under difficult conditions. This workshop is designed to enhance and develop these capabilities. It is specifically tailored for law enforcement units (police, military, customs – including both special units and regular forces).
During this one-week workshop, participants can choose from various training sessions according to their specific interests and needs. The schedule includes a wide range of topics, and allows attendees to decide freely which sessions to participate in. Our experienced training team also provides personalized support based on the individual needs of both handlers and their dogs.
The training modules include: scent detection, protection work for authorities, bite and muzzle training, tactical apprehension and operational techniques, firearms training, practical scenarios and decoy handler preparation.
The course location is RDA, (Google Maps Link) a training facility for tactical training with large shooting ranges, about 180km from Vienna. Renowned trainers from international organizations will conduct the course. The program is a collaborative effort between ESA Austria (decoy work, operational tactics, firearms training), BurliK9 (protection work for authorities, bite and muzzle training, practical scenarios), and Kynotec (scent detection, tracking, advanced learning theory, laser directionals for remote guidance and sending).
Requirements
The workshop is available for members of government agencies, who must verify their status with a valid service ID during registration. Participation in the course is also possible without a dog, as the program includes content specifically designed for decoy handlers and dog trainers. Participants can choose the modules and content that best suit their needs, with or without a dog.
Young dogs are welcome, provided they have a basic level of training. Please send us an email inquiry with a summary of your previous training experience for verification.
Participants will receive an official travel invitation, enabling them to bring equipment, firearms, etc., into Slovakia.
