Listen "7 Skills Every Detection Handler Needs — With Cameron Ford Part 2"
Episode Synopsis
In this Part 2 episode of the Police K9 Training Podcast, host Jeff Meyer continues his conversation with Cameron Ford to finish the list of seven essential skills for detection dog handlers. The discussion covers points three through seven: consistency and fairness in training, adaptability and creativity when simulating real-world scenarios, handler self-awareness and discipline, diligent record keeping and reflection, and maintaining emotional balance under pressure.
Cameron and Jeff share real-world examples and practical strategies: how to mirror operational protocols in training to avoid learned violations of expectation; creative training venues and setups (Home Depot, stadiums, crowds, coolers) to replicate challenges like wind, contamination, and distractions; the importance of rituals, tactile signals, and reading your dog to avoid handler-induced cues; and the value of variable reward schedules to prevent false alerts. They also stress the need for documentation, video review, peer critique, and a growth mindset that embraces accountability.
To contact Jeff Meyer email him at: [email protected]
To see more about Jeff and the classes that are offered go to: www.Policek9Training.net
Thanks to this shows sponsors:
AceK9.com
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Online Class Click Here k-9services.com
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Ray Allen K9 https://www.rayallen.com/
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The Next Level K9 https://www.thenextlevelk9.com/
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For information about the Colorado K9 Conference https://coloradok9conference.com/
Cameron and Jeff share real-world examples and practical strategies: how to mirror operational protocols in training to avoid learned violations of expectation; creative training venues and setups (Home Depot, stadiums, crowds, coolers) to replicate challenges like wind, contamination, and distractions; the importance of rituals, tactile signals, and reading your dog to avoid handler-induced cues; and the value of variable reward schedules to prevent false alerts. They also stress the need for documentation, video review, peer critique, and a growth mindset that embraces accountability.
To contact Jeff Meyer email him at: [email protected]
To see more about Jeff and the classes that are offered go to: www.Policek9Training.net
Thanks to this shows sponsors:
AceK9.com
______________________________________________________________________________
Online Class Click Here k-9services.com
_____________________________________________________________________________
Ray Allen K9 https://www.rayallen.com/
____________________________________________________________________________
The Next Level K9 https://www.thenextlevelk9.com/
_____________________________________________________________________________
For information about the Colorado K9 Conference https://coloradok9conference.com/
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