Jim O’Brien, handled two police canines while he was a patrolman in the state of New Hampshire. Jim and his canine partners were a huge asset in central New Hampshire and were responsible for the capture and arrest of countless suspects and drug seizures.  Jim developed both canines programs from the ground up and had much success with both programs.Jim was the lead instructor at two kennels in the state of NC where he was tasked with instructing Law Enforcement and Military personnel. Jim has instructed canine teams from around the world and has instructed classes for Working Dog Magazine, K9  Cop Magazine, Bravo 3, and Blue Line K9 conferences. Jim enjoys learning new skills to enhance his abilities as a trainer and continually strives to increase the success rates of his canine teams in the field.Jim has had many great human influences and dog trainers over the years that have assisted his growth as a trainer and his love for dog training. However, the one being that grew that passion more than any human was his last partner, Blek. Blek was a great patrol dog, but was the best instructor!Jim conducts both Law Enforcement and Pet Dog Training. Jim can be contacted directly at 603-986-9897 or at jobrien@nck9.usTraining pet dogs2014 moved to NCOpened NCK9 LLC in 20178 week handlers courseFood based reward systemWhy has food reward systems been so taboo in the police dog industry?Pay trainers wellStaff retentionChallenges in finding qualified handlersThe need to be physically fit "dogs and handlers"Hard surface trackingBe a thief Bowl to washer Patience- wait for the dog to put his nose to the ground. Pay for that behavior.Difficulty obtaining good dogsSuper young"Ball drive/possessionTeach with food first. Clean reps w/o the struggle over the toyExistential food reward system - dog works for his daily ration of foodEcollar integrationEcollar technologySeptember 2023 handlers coursePatience, patience, patience!K9 legal updatesMultitaskingHit the ground running by building you dog a good portfolio of pictures.We are happy to announce Fox and Hound as our title sponsor. Please checkout shopfoxandhound.com or on Instagram @shopfoxandhound. Remember to use the discount code WDDP for 15% off your Fox and Hound order.Also checkout Fox and Hound K9 Foundation Nonprofit Organization.Fox + Hound K9 Foundation is a K9-focused organization that seeks to assist active and retired k9s. "Making a difference, it's what we do."