Business Details
Expert Canine Training & Detection Services in Olean, NY
Phillips Command Dogs has been dedicated to canine training and detection services for over four decades. Our expertise spans narcotics and explosives detection, obedience training, and specialized programs for law enforcement and civilian teams. We hold certifications from the DEA and AWDA, along with state and federal licenses for handling controlled substances and explosives. Our founder, Stephen B. Phillips, authored the definitive guide on narcotics detection training and established protocols adopted nationally. We provide customized training solutions for dogs of all breeds, emphasizing safety and effectiveness for homes, businesses, and schools.Our team collaborates with law enforcement agencies and shelters, offering seminars and consultations to advance canine handling standards. With recognition in state legislation, our working dogs receive legal protections as service animals. We combine inducive and compulsive training methods tailored to each client's needs, ensuring reliable outcomes. Our commitment to community safety includes pro-active drug detection sweeps and handler instruction. With decades of experience, we remain a trusted authority in canine training and detection services.
Services
Narcotics Detection
Explosives Detection
Obedience Training
Personal Protection
Service Dog Training
Therapy Dog Certification
Tracking/Trailing
Human Remains Detection
Accelerant Detection
Firearms Detection
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in narcotics and explosives detection training.
- Our founder authored the definitive guide on narcotics detection dog training.
- We hold active DEA certification and federal licenses for handling explosives.
- We train both civilian and law enforcement detection teams to national standards.
- Our working dogs are legally recognized as service animals under New York law.
Associations and certifications
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- New York State Bureau of Controlled Substances
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (BATF)
- AWDA Certified Master Trainer
Services
Narcotics Detection
Our narcotics detection training prepares dogs to identify controlled substances using proven scent-mixing techniques. We certify teams for law enforcement and private security, ensuring compliance with DEA standards. Clients benefit from enhanced safety in schools, businesses, and homes through proactive inspections.
Explosives Detection
We train canines to detect explosive materials under BATF licensing guidelines. This service protects public spaces through sweeps for government agencies and private clients. Our handlers receive specialized instruction to meet federal safety protocols for high-risk environments.
Obedience Training
Custom obedience programs address basic through advanced commands for all dog breeds. We use balanced training methods to improve reliability in working dogs and pets. Clients receive personalized instruction to reinforce consistent behavioral standards in various environments.
Service Dog Training
We develop service dogs for individuals with disabilities, focusing on task-specific skills. Training follows ADA guidelines to ensure public access rights. Our graduates assist with mobility, medical alerts, and psychological support needs under federal protections.
Handler Instruction
Our handler programs teach proper handling techniques for detection and protection dogs. Curriculum includes certification preparation, field operations, and legal compliance. Law enforcement and civilian teams gain expertise in maintaining operational readiness through ongoing professional development.
People
Stephen B. Phillips
K-9 Trainer / Consultant
With over 40 years of experience, Stephen Phillips is a DEA-certified canine trainer and AWDA Master Trainer. He authored the narcotics detection training manual and established New York's working dog legal protections. He trains law enforcement teams and consults on canine handling standards nationally.
Questions
What types of dog training do you offer?
We specialize in narcotics detection, explosives detection, obedience training, personal protection, service dog training, and therapy dog certification for all breeds.
Are your detection dogs certified?
Yes, we provide certification for both law enforcement and civilian dogs to national standards, with DEA and AWDA-recognized protocols.
Do you work with law enforcement agencies?
We train K-9 units for police departments and collaborate on multi-jurisdictional task forces, offering handler instruction and evaluation services.
Can you help find the right dog for my needs?
Yes, we assist in selecting dogs suited to specific tasks and provide training from basic obedience to advanced detection capabilities.
Are your services available for schools and businesses?
We conduct drug and explosives detection sweeps for private industries, schools, and homeowners as proactive safety measures.
