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8 Jan

Live Lecture: Conservation & Anti-Poaching Dogs in Action

On Saturday, January 17, Scent Imprint Conservation Dogs, Global Conservation Force, and Farm Food B.V. will jointly host an inspiring live lecture focused on the vital role of conservation and anti-poaching dogs in international wildlife protection efforts. Wesley and Mike will take attendees inside their work as instructors and project leaders operating in conservation and anti-poaching programs around the world. They will share firsthand field experience, provide insight into their missions, projects, and objectives, and demonstrate how dogs are operationally deployed in the fight against poaching and wildlife crime. The lecture will be supported by authentic field footage from active project sites.

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27 Oct

K9 Handler & Operational K9 Training Course | Netherlands

K9 Handler & Operational K9 Training Course | Netherlands: Counter-Wildlife Trafficking, Tracking and Trailing, Scent Detection for Wildlife Conservation and Wildlife Protection Operations Dates: January 12th – 23rd, 2026 Instructors: […]

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26 Aug

Celebrating International Dog Day: The K9 Heroes Protecting Wildlife Worldwide

At Global Conservation Force (GCF), we know that some of our greatest conservation allies walk on four legs. This International Dog Day, we’re honoring the incredible dogs who stand on the frontlines of wildlife protection, anti-poaching efforts, and counter-wildlife trafficking initiatives around the globe

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10 Aug

2025 K9 Field Training and Integrated Operations | Elevating Wildlife Protection Teams

The K9 Field Training and Integrated Operations course is one of Global Conservation Force’s most advanced training initiatives, offering an intensive, hands-on professional development experience for handlers, trainers, and field rangers working with active K9 units in wildlife conservation. Unlike traditional training programs, this course places teams directly into operational environments, challenging both handlers and K9s to excel under real-world conditions.

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30 May

Strengthening the Front Line: K9 First Aid Training for Eastern Cape Handlers

Global Conservation Force is proud to have partnered with Ikhala Veterinary Clinic to deliver a full day of hands-on K9 First Aid training to 27 anti-poaching K9 handlers from across the Eastern Cape, South Africa.

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21 Dec

Rewilding of Critically Endangered Elongated Tortoise in Lawachara

As part of our ongoing commitment to recovering Bangladesh’s tortoise populations, we’re thrilled to announce the rewilding of critically endangered elongated tortoises (Indotestudo elongata) at Lawachara National Park.

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7 Sep

GCF K9 Reaper and the Fight Against Endangered Succulent Poaching: A New Trend in Conservation Challenges

Global Conservation Force’s K9 Reaper continues her critical work in partnership with the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) and handler, Shadi, targeting poachers who exploit rare and endangered succulents. This effort […]

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23 Oct

In Loving Memory of Nala – GCF Conservation K9

Today, we say goodbye to a true hero in the world of wildlife conservation. Nala, a dedicated K9 from Global Conservation Force, has lost her battle with cancer, leaving a […]

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24 Jul

GCF K9 Nala Update

This last week brought more tough news with the finding of another cancerous tumor under further exams, and signs of metastasis. Nala goes into a second surgery to remove the […]

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28 Oct

Thor, Pangolin and Rhino GCF K9 Featured in Mini Documentary

Global Conservation Force K9 Thor just had a mini documentary released about his important work! CLICK HERE TO WATCH  https://youtu.be/ceO4F3DEjJ0 Thor, a Bavarian hound, has a very special set of […]

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