Here is a list of events scheduled at Conifer Canine. Unless otherwise noted, these events are held at the Training Center, 717 Beaver Hollow Rd, Spencer, IN. Upon arrival, follow the signs to the Office.
Summer SemesterBegins
Dog Trainer classes summer semester begins a week early this year due to scheduling conflicts. Courses included in this class are Behavior/Obedience, Protection Dog Trainer, Master Trainer, Service Dog trainer.
Summer SemesterContinued
Dog Trainer class. Courses in this class are K9 Instructor, Scent Detection, and Cadaver Detection.
K9 Handler School
World-class K9 handler training for law enforcement and security personnel. Patrol dogs may also be available for purchase for handlers/departments. $500/week. Minimum 2 weeks. We recommend at least 4 weeks for new handlers.
- Basic/Advanced/Tactical obedience
- Patrol/Apprehension
- Effective trailing methods
- Legal, operational Scent Detection
- K9 Case law in all phases of LEO applications
- Emergency first aid
- Realistic tactical deployments
- Instructing handlers how to work their dogs with less team conflict and more effective communication, consistency, and collaboration
AccelerationDays
Acceleration days are free continuing education days for our Dog Trainer College graduates (both in-person and online grads). These are held at the school and may include off-site training as well.
- Wednesday is Behavior/Obedience topics/training
- Thursday is Service Dog topics/training
- Thursday and Friday are Police K9 topics/training
These days can include both lecture updates and hands-on training. RSVP to tim@conifercanine.com to let us know you are attending.
*Please note that Acceleration Days are open ONLY to graduates who are up to date on their school bill (if any).
Fall SemesterBegins
The last dog trainer class for 2025. Course included in this class is the Behavior/Obedience.
