Course Overview
Search and Rescue is a high-stakes vocation where precision is the difference between a successful recovery and a tragic loss. At Fetch and More, our SAR Trainer Certification is a rigorous vocational program designed for handlers who demand the highest standards of scent work and field reliability.
We prepare trainers to develop dogs capable of finding the lost, the injured, and the deceased under the most grueling conditions.
Experience The Benefits
Technical Mastery: Tracking, Trailing, and Scent Theory
Our curriculum is rooted in the physics of scent and the biology of the canine system.
- Air Scenting vs. Trailing: Learn to train “area search” dogs that pick up human scent in the wind, as well as “trailing” dogs that follow a specific scent profile across varied terrain.
- Tracking & Scent Discrimination: Master the ability to teach a dog to ignore “clean” tracks and focus solely on the target scent, even in high-traffic urban environments.
- Cadaver & Human Remains Detection (HRD): Gain specialized knowledge in the ethics and mechanics of training dogs for recovery missions and forensic support.
- Environmental Conditioning: Prepare SAR teams for the “Eastern Seaboard” climate—from the dense forests of Maine to the humid marshes of North Carolina.
The Virtual Concierge Training Model: Precision from Anywhere
While SAR is a physical discipline, the behavioral foundation and handler theory are mastered through our unique Virtual Concierge model. This allows you to practice in your local environment while receiving elite-level supervision.
- High-Definition Video Analysis: Record your field sessions and receive frame-by-frame feedback from our lead instructors to refine your handling and leash tension.
- Direct Instructor Access: Communicate directly with instructors via our secure portal to troubleshoot complex scent-shaping issues in real-time.
- Advanced Case Studies: Analyze real-world SAR missions to understand the “Proxemics” of a search—how terrain, wind, and temperature affect a dog’s success.
As our society advances in both technology and accessibility, the tools and skills related to effective remote and online training have made tremendous strides. Through the utilization of online course structure and remote communication systems, the team at Fetch and More has successfully navigated the challenges initially posed for providing the highest quality and professionalism for successful dog training. Our online course approach allows you to experience all of the incredible benefits of our staff and knowledge to train your dog in ways you never deemed possible.
