Family First K9 Dog Training

Another successful day of our Introduction to K-9 Handling Course with this incredible group of handlers and their partners.

Here’s a look inside our Introduction to K-9 Handling course—where students don’t just sit in a classroom… they train hands-on with real working dogs, learn tactical K-9 handling skills, and walk away with knowledge that could save lives in the field.

You don’t need to own a dog to attend. Just show up ready to learn, work, and get a true inside look at the world of working dogs.

💥 Next Class: August 4–5 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Moscow, OH
📝 Register here: https://forms.gle/DV55QXfraC3MuF83A

✅ Learn patrol, detection & tracking basics
✅ Practice with real K-9s & real gear
✅ Learn how to back up handlers on real calls
✅ Taught by experienced police K-9 handlers and trainers
✅ Earn a certificate for 16 hours of training

Don’t just watch the K-9s—learn how to work with them. Spots fill fast!

Unleash the Handler Within.

Family First K-9, LLC invites you to step into the world of elite working dogs with our Intro to K-9 Handling Courses — designed to teach, challenge, and inspire.

These are real-deal, high-intensity courses where you’ll get your hands dirty and your adrenaline pumping. You’ll learn how to command respect, build trust, and operate like a true K-9 handler — whether you wear a badge or not.

FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT ONLY
LEO Introduction to K-9 Handling
This isn’t just theory. You’ll train side-by-side with proven working dogs, learning the fundamentals of control, bite work, scent detection, and real-world deployment.
Dates:

June 2–3, 2025
July 10–11, 2025
August 4–5, 2025
Time: 8am–4pm
Location: 2050 Weil Rd, Moscow, OH 45153

FOR CIVILIANS (18+)
Non-LEO Intro to K-9 Handling
Ever wonder if you have what it takes? This course is your chance to find out. No sugarcoating — just hands-on experience with real working dogs and seasoned handlers.
Dates:

May 31, 2025 [registration closing soon]
July 12, 2025
Time: 8am–12pm
Location: 2050 Weil Rd, Moscow, OH 45153

Lock in your spot now:
https://forms.gle/DV55QXfraC3MuF83A

No filters. No shortcuts. Just raw K-9 power.

“How do I become a K-9 Handler?”

It’s a question many officers ask — and for good reason. The role of a K-9 handler goes beyond standard duty. It’s about forming a powerful bond built on trust, discipline, and instinct. It’s about leading with purpose and working in sync with a highly trained canine partner.

To help guide you on this path, we’ve developed a hands-on introductory course designed to teach the fundamentals of K-9 handling. Participants will engage in real-world scenarios that simulate the daily duties of a handler, including detection and tracking exercises.

This immersive training will cover:

•Building and channeling canine drive

•Understanding the role of a backup officer in K-9 operations

•Effective teamwork between handler and support officers during tracks and detection calls

Whether you're exploring the possibility of joining a K-9 unit or simply want to better support one in the field, this course will provide a solid foundation in the skills and mindset required to work alongside a K-9 team.

Click the link below to register

https://forms.gle/DV55QXfraC3MuF83A