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A Global K9 Provider

Staff

At Custom Canine Unlimited, we take great pride in our team of highly skilled professionals who bring a wealth of expertise and experience to our staff page. From our knowledgeable trainers who work tirelessly to support our clients and their working dogs to our diligent kennel technicians who ensure the safety and well-being of every dog in our care, our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service every day. Our professional kennel master oversees the smooth day-to-day operations of our facility, and our operations manager ensures that every aspect of our business is run efficiently and precisely. Our staff members are experts in their respective fields and passionate dog lovers who genuinely care about the well-being of the dogs we serve. We are confident that once you meet our staff, you will understand why we are the area’s premier dog training and care destination.

AJ Vargas

AJ Vargas

CEO / Trainer / VA Certifying Official

Nadine Vargas

Nadine Vargas

Chief Financial Officer

Hunter Warwick

Hunter Warwick

Operations

Mia Simpson

Mia Simpson

Marketing Manager

Deborah Clark

Deborah Clark

Kennel Master

Madison Swan

Madison Swan

Kennel Technician

Alexandra Isidro

Alexandra Isidro

Kennel Technician

Keely Hill

Keely Hill

Apprentice

Szymon Sochacki

Szymon Sochacki

Head Trainer

Joshua Hughes

Joshua Hughes

Service Dog Division Manager

Brandon Martin

Brandon Martin

Trainer

Jesus Vargas

Jesus Vargas

Veteran Care Coordinator (VCC)

Adam Crenshaw

Adam Crenshaw

Trainer / Subject Matter Expert

Patrick Paquette

Patrick Paquette

Subject Matter Expert

Jeff Bray

Jeff Bray

Subject Matter Expert

Classes, Courses, Programs for all Levels

Custom Canine Unlimited develops K9 Classes, K9 courses, and working dog programs for the specific needs of our clients. We have amassed a lineup to meet the particular needs of law enforcement, the U.S. Military, U.S. Veterans, and Civilians. We aim to minimize downtime, maximize efficiency, and build reliability with each of our K9 Classes, K9 Courses, and working dog programs.

Since 2007, Custom Canine Unlimited has used the experience of our trainers, staff, and Subject matter experts to develop courses that meet the specific needs of law enforcement, the U.S. Military, U.S. Veterans, and Civilians. Our teams have worked with dogs in each area while we develop classes, courses, and programs. We never deliver training; we do not have personal experience.

Working and training in the K9 industry for over 20 years worldwide gives us the knowledge and experience necessary to build the best K9 Classes, K9 courses, and working dog programs worldwide. We use this experience and our extensive research and development to continue evolving. We closely monitor each element of every K9 Class, K9 course, and working dog program throughout its life. This system of oversite means we are constantly making adjustments to ensure we deliver with minimal downtime, maximum efficiency, and ultimate reliability.

For Law Enforcement

Advance Series K9 Training
Advance Series Training

Custom Canine Unlimited Advanced Series K9 Training is the latest development of K9 Team training courses.

These courses target developing the most deployment-ready K9 teams possible. Courses delivered within this series of K9 training target trained and certified K9 Team advancement.

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Drug Dog & Handler Training

Custom Canine Unlimited trains high drive single-purpose dogs for reliable drug detection. We have prepared some of the world’s most reliable drug dogs and handlers. A readily available selection of reliable, trained drug dogs for sale is always kept at our facility.   We ensure all of our drug dogs are trained to the highest standards using our “Reliability Program,” and our drug dog handler training prepares each handler for the “Real-World.”

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Explosives Dog & Handler Training

Custom Canine Unlimited explosives detection dogs are high-drive, single-purpose dogs trained for explosives detection. We train some of the world’s most reliable explosives dogs (EDD) and explosives dog handlers. We maintain a great selection of reliably trained bomb dogs for sale at all times. All of our EDD dogs are trained to the highest standards using our “Reliability Program” and our explosives dog handler training prepare each handler for the “real-world.”

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Tracking Dog & Handler Training

Custom Canine Unlimited utilizes the most comprehensive and reliable police k9 tracking training methods in training our tracking dogs. Our dogs are trained to use all aspects of a scent picture to locate the missing person or suspect quickly. We enhance K-9 Handler safety and increase reliability within the training program of each dog.

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Patrol Dog & Handler Training

Custom Canine Unlimited utilizes the most comprehensive and reliable training methods in training our patrol dogs, with the heaviest focus on control. Case law is clear that a patrol dog must be under control, and our dogs are trained to incorporate the highest case law and industry standards to ensure “road ready” dogs. We believe pushing a dog in training will minimize failures in deployment and reduce liability for our departments.

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Police Decoy Course

This Police Decoy Training Course is designed for law enforcement officers and military personnel that use K9 units for detecting and apprehending in the field. While decoys are an often overlooked position in a K9 training team, it is a position that is not fit for the faint of heart. Contact our experienced trainers at Custom Canine Unlimited today to learn more about our intense and vigorous decoy training!

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CCU National K9 Certification

CCU National K9 Certification is a set of minimum K9 standards established to test the reliability of a Police K9 team, Security Working Dog Team, or other K9 Team that must maintain an established standard of control and reliability. This police k9 national certification sets a minimum standard that complements deployment standards rather than contradicts them. Don’t spend weeks preparing for accreditation; instead, certify under proven standards that coexist with your day-to-day function.

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Criminal Apprehension for Street Officers

Designed to give law enforcement officers the skills necessary to help identify and apprehend individuals involved in criminal activities by providing officers with the knowledge of what to look for on a traffic stop or other citizen encounters. This course, taught by an expert in the field, will help officers spot criminal activity in both passenger and commercial vehicles.

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Police K9 Trainer Course

Police departments across the country need qualified Police K9 trainers. The Police K9 Trainer Course is an intensive six-week program that provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to train single purpose and dual purpose police dogs. 

For veterans

Black lab sniff a car
Single Purpose K9 Handler Course

This fully accredited K9 handler course package provides 120 hours (3 weeks) of Training with a dog in the areas of Drug Detection or Tracking.

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Dual Purpose K9 Handler Course

This fully accredited K9 handler course package provides 160 hours (4 weeks) of Training with a dog in the areas of Drug Detection and Tracking or Explosives Detection Only.

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Full Service K9 Handler Course

This fully accredited K9 handler course package provides 240 hours (6 weeks) of Training with a dog in the areas of Drug Detection, Tracking & Patrol, Explosives Detection and Tracking or Explosives Detection and Patrol.

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Obedience Trainer Course

This fully accredited K9 Trainer Course provides 200 hours (5 weeks) of Training for a student.  This course will focus on canine health, care, and welfare, canine nutrition, canine behavior modification, canine training techniques, and canine problem-solving regarding training dogs in obedience.

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Detection Trainer Course

This fully accredited K9 Trainer Course provides 200 hours (5 weeks) of Training for a student.  This course will focus on canine health, care, and welfare, canine nutrition, canine behaviors & modification, innate canine drives, training techniques, and canine problem-solving regarding training detection dogs.

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Full Service K9 Trainer Course

This fully accredited K9 Trainer Course provides 320 hours (8 weeks) of Training for a student.  This course will focus on canine health, care, and welfare, canine nutrition, canine behaviors & modification, innate canine drives, training techniques, and canine problem-solving as it relates to training dogs in obedience, detection, and protection, aggression, or patrol.

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Kennel Master Course

This course and certification are not for the faint of heart as it pushes you to take your canine field career to the next level and opens the doors to several opportunities. This intense training is designed for veterans, law enforcement, and civilians looking to expand their careers in a kennel, boarding facility, or dog training facility.

For CivilianS

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Dog Training Evaluation

Contrary to what you may have been told or what another company may try to sell you, not all dogs can be trained in the areas you wish or within the timeframe you think.  With this in mind we require a “No Obligation” Dog Training Evaluation for each dog an owner may be looking into having trained for a specific purpose. The best results will come with training each dog within their true capabilities.  

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One-on-one dog training

Our One-On-One dog training program is developed for you and your dog to work directly with one of our certified trainers. The one-on-one dog training program is ideal for owners who wish to take a dedicated and hands-on approach to their dog’s training. With tremendous flexibility, this program allows you to train as a hobby or for a specific purpose.

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Board & Train Program

Our most popular dog training program sold as a weekly Board and Train Obedience Training Program provides the ultimate flexibility in a dog training program built on an Individualized Training Program (ITP) concept. Our knowledgeable and experienced training team develops each fluid training plan aimed at the goals of each dog and client to ensure optimum results. 

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daily Dog Training

Daily Training Program provides the ultimate flexibility in a dog training program built on an Individualized Training Program (ITP) concept. You drop your dog off with us in the morning and picks your dog up at the end of the day. Our staff of certified dog trainers train with your dog throughout the day, training towards your ultimate goals.

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Working Dog Trainer Course

Contrary to what you may have been told or what another company may try to sell you, not all dogs can be trained in the areas you wish or within the timeframe you think.  With this in mind we require a “No Obligation” Dog Training Evaluation for each dog an owner may be looking into having trained for a specific purpose. The best results will come with training each dog within their true capabilities.  

superior training. For the Serious

When it comes to training, we take it serious. Some offer training for the fun of it and deliver results that are subpar. Custom Canine Unlimited understands the reality of our teams working in the real world. Our training is developed to meet the demands of the real world.

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Custom

Training

The framework for each class, course, and program is built to meet a specific purpose, however we are still able to provide the nessary custom training each dog and person needs. 

Police K9 Training

 

Military Working Dog Training

 

U.S. Veteran K9 Training

 

Working Dog Training

 

 

Testimonials

I just want to thank all the trainers for the time and hard work they put into us as I know its not easy training new handlers. I felt like everyone here was here to help and l enjoyed my time at CCU.

Michael Aguilar

K9 Handler, Columbus Police Department

“I would like to thank the entire staff for the gems that were shared with me. One of the hardest and challenging courses I have encountered. Thank for making Tracking interesting. If nothing I will always keep in mind Have Fun and Confidence.”
Eugene Young

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    Is student lodging available?

    Yes. student lodging is available. However, lodging is not included in tuition.

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    My dog is missing. Can you track it?

    Unfortunately, our tracking dogs only track humans.  We cannot come to help you find your missing dog.  Sorry. We do hope your find your friend.

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    I was checking my POST Training and noticed none of my K9 training or certs are on my records. Is that something I need to send in?

    All certificates contain your hours of training.  Please submit a copy of those to your training officer, and your training officer will present those to POST for you.

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    Is there financing available for this course?
    Yes. Custom Canine Unlimited has partnered with some third-party finance companies that can finance this course. Contact Us now to get the latest financing options we have available.

     

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    Can I get P.O.S.T. credit for this course?
    It depends on the specific state; however, in most cases, this course does quality for P.O.S.T. credit. A P.O.S.T IT instructor teaches this course and does quality for law enforcement credit in Georgia, South Carolina, and Illinois. Just because your state is not listed, in most cases, we can assist you in obtaining Law Enforcement credit for this course.  Please Contact Us to discuss your specific state.

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    Do I have to become a police officer to become a k9 police dog trainer?
    No. You can use the training obtained in the Working Dog Trainer Course to train police dogs. It’s all about chasing your dreams and making things happen. Upon completing this course, you will have the skillsets to do it.

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