Learn how to build the behavior, work the dog, identify the problem, and develop the solution.

The K9 Tracking & Conservation Scent Detection Course is an intensive professional development program focused on developing K9s, handlers, and trainers for conservation and other professional working-dog applications.

Taught in partnership with Scent Imprint for Conservation Dogs, the course brings together instructors Wesley Visscher and Mike Veale and highly trained working K9s representing multiple breeds and working styles.

Participants will learn how to develop, work, refine, and troubleshoot scent-detection behaviors with applications including endangered species conservation, wildlife monitoring, research, and counter-wildlife trafficking.

The tracking and trailing portion progresses from developing reliable foundational behaviors into more advanced fieldwork, including high-risk K9 tracking concepts and applications.

Whether you’re completely new to K9 training or an experienced handler or trainer looking to work through advanced procedures and protocols, exercises can be adapted to provide focused development appropriate to your experience level.

Program Length: 7 days | 6 nights

Dates: June 19–25, 2027

Location: Ens, Netherlands

Cost: $2,000

Instructors: Wesley Visscher & Mike Veale

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