Canine Tactical Operations And Consulting

K9 Tactical Operations and Consulting Services is founded by Brad Smith. He was recognized as a K9 tactical expert in the law enforcement community for over 30 years and was one of the country's leading K9 experts. His legacy continues to this day with his training cadre who continue his teachings to Law Enforcement and Military personnel across the country.

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K9 SWAT

Meet the Chairman, Brad Smith

Training & Consulting

S.K.I.D.D.S. / CATS, KATTS and T-MACC are a unique one-of-a-kind K9 tactical course that is designed to educate and train K9 handlers, SWAT teams, Specialty Units, Patrol Officers and Correction Officers and the Military on the deployment of police dogs in a high risk patrol or SWAT Operation. You will participate in numerous slow and deliberate training scenarios. Teams will learn the latest K9 searching methods, deployment and arrest techniques.

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2026 Classes

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SKIDDS / CATS Class 299

DATES: 02/16/2026 - 02/18/2026

Location: Stanislaus County, CA

SKIDDS / CATS Class 300

DATES: 04/28/2026 - 04/30/2026

Location: Waco, TX

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