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Team K9-Odor Detection Services PPO 120402 Nationwide safety with CAPOST & DoD Certified K9s for Explosives, Narcotics, Fi****ms & Electronic Detection.

At festivals to private events, our canines ensure your security Our mission is to provide superior K9 detection services that enhance safety and security for individuals, organizations, and communities. Our highly trained and dedicated K9 teams work closely with clients to tailor solutions that meet their unique needs and expectations. Our commitment to excellence, ethical practices, and continuous improvement sets us apart in the industry and allows us to deliver unparalleled results with a focus on accuracy, reliability, and efficiency.

We headed to Utah to lend a hand. We came home reminded of why we love what we do. 🐾💪A few of our California teams joine...
10/19/2026

We headed to Utah to lend a hand. We came home reminded of why we love what we do. 🐾💪

A few of our California teams joined our Utah crew this weekend to provide extra support—and they gave us plenty to be proud of. Prepared, professional, and handling business. With our president, Branden, keeping everything running smoothly, we got to work alongside them and see that dedication firsthand.

Somewhere along the way, it became our own Team K9 tour of Salt Lake City.

🎶 We kicked things off at Red West Festival with great music, big crowds, and hardworking teams.

We also had the pleasure of working alongside an outstanding security team from Koa. Their checkpoint operation was dialed in. They knew their roles and handled their responsibilities with precision, which meant our handlers could focus on working the dogs.

That’s what a great security partnership looks like. We built a wonderful relationship, and one of their team members presented me with a challenge coin and a keepsake towel. Thoughtful gestures from people we were proud to work beside. Thank you, Koa. 🤝

🧗 Then we headed to Smiths Field for an Olympic climbing trial, where we discovered that K9 Bogey has international fans! Members of the Japanese team stopped by to say hello. Apparently, I’ve been traveling with a celebrity—and I’m still the guy carrying his bags. 😂🐾

One moment with our good friends at Tellus will stay with me for a long time. I shook the owner’s hand, thanked him for having us out, and casually joked that I wanted one of his patches.

He reached up, peeled it right off his chest, and handed it to me.

It may sound like a small gesture, but to me, it represented years of building relationships, earning trust, and showing people they can count on our organization. Honestly, it was one of the highlights of my career—a patch I’ll keep and a moment I won’t forget.

⚽ At America First Field, our own Michelle Morris showed us around while the women’s soccer team was on hand. Her knowledge of the facility and attention to detail were outstanding, but what stood out most was her pride.

Michelle, the care you put into your work and the way you represented Team K9 were truly special.

🏒 At the Delta Center, one of our handlers invited us to watch the teams in action. Our vice president and I got to see our Utah crew working alongside one of our California teams. Watching everyone move together with that kind of teamwork was a proud moment.

Derek and I also got our first-ever in-person look at a hockey game. Within about 30 seconds, a fight broke out on the ice. Hockey wasted no time welcoming us. 😂

But the part that always gets me is the crowd.

Taking a moment to look out at thousands of people cheering, laughing, and enjoying themselves reminds us what the long hours and preparation are all about. We spend so much time working around the edges of these events that seeing that joy firsthand never gets old.

Helping people enjoy those moments safely—that’s work worth taking pride in.

To our Utah teams: thank you for welcoming us, supporting one another, and putting so much care into what you do.

To Branden, thank you for keeping a busy weekend running smoothly. And to our clients, security partners, and friends, thank you for the trust and relationships that make this work so rewarding.

Two states. One team. A whole lot to be proud of.

See you at the next show. 🐾

K9 Riley & K9 Bane stealing a little of Garth’s spotlight! 🐾🤠 Thanks for the love, Z104!
10/14/2026

K9 Riley & K9 Bane stealing a little of Garth’s spotlight! 🐾🤠 Thanks for the love, Z104!

Not one show. Not two. Not three. FOUR days of Garth Brooks at Delta Center. 🤠🐾Salt Lake City, our teams have been putti...
10/14/2026

Not one show. Not two. Not three. FOUR days of Garth Brooks at Delta Center. 🤠🐾

Salt Lake City, our teams have been putting in the work.

As activity ramps up at Delta Center, TEAM K9’s local explosives detection canine teams are showing up with something we’re proud of: homegrown talent and a personal connection to the community they serve.

These handlers live here. Their families go to events here. Helping protect a night out in their own community means something to them—and it shows in the pride they bring to the job.

For venue operators, event producers, and security directors, a successful run takes more than a strong performance onstage. It takes preparation, communication, and people you can count on behind the scenes, day after day.

That’s where our teams put their focus.

To our Delta Center friends: we appreciate the trust, the collaboration, and the way you make our crews feel part of yours. There’s something special about working with people who share your commitment to the fans walking through those doors.

And to our Salt Lake City handlers: thank you. Four days of a country music legend. Four days of showing up ready. You represent TEAM K9—and your hometown—with pride.

TEAM K9 | Explosives Detection K9 Teams | Salt Lake City, Utah | Concert, Arena & Special Event Security

See you at the next show. 🐾

Next Up for Discussion:EMPLOYEE STATUS — W-2 Employee vs. 1099 Independent ContractorAre Your K9 Handlers Employees or I...
10/13/2026

Next Up for Discussion:
EMPLOYEE STATUS — W-2 Employee vs. 1099 Independent Contractor

Are Your K9 Handlers Employees or Independent Contractors?

When hiring an Explosive Detection K9 company, one question often gets overlooked: Who ACTUALLY employs, supervises, and assumes responsibility for the handlers working your event?

Some K9 companies use W-2 employees, others use 1099 independent contractors, and some use both. What matters is understanding who is responsible for the personnel working at your venue.

Before signing a contract, venue managers, event organizers, and security directors should ask:

🔺 Classification: Are handlers W-2 employees, 1099 contractors, or both?
🔺 Workers’ Compensation: Who provides coverage if a handler is injured at your event?
🔺 Training & Qualifications: Who verifies each handler is properly trained and qualified?
🔺 Supervision: Who oversees the teams and ensures established procedures are followed?
🔺 Compliance: Who handles payroll, employment taxes, and employer obligations?
🔺 Insurance & Liability: Is coverage appropriate for the provider’s workforce structure?

Independent contractors aren't automatically a problem, and W-2 employees don't automatically make a provider more qualified. However, worker classification must be legitimate, responsibilities clear, and appropriate protections in place.

Simply calling someone a 1099 contractor doesn't make it so. Classification depends on the actual working relationship and applicable law.

Questions every venue and event manager should ask:
▪️ If a handler is injured, who is responsible for workers’ compensation?
▪️ If an incident occurs, who is accountable?
▪️ Does the provider maintain appropriate insurance for its workforce?
▪️ Can the provider explain its classification practices and verify handler qualifications?

Let's discuss: For those hiring or providing Explosive Detection K9 teams, is W-2 vs. 1099 classification part of your vetting process, or does it get overlooked until there's a problem?

K9 companies: How do you structure your workforce to ensure accountability, compliance, and appropriate coverage?

DISCUSSION TOPIC NUMBER 1 - INSURANCEWe are going to start our discussion series on what Venue, Event, and Security Mana...
10/13/2026

DISCUSSION TOPIC NUMBER 1 - INSURANCE

We are going to start our discussion series on what Venue, Event, and Security Managers SHOULD be asking when choosing a company to provide Explosive / Fi***rm Detection K9 Teams. (This can apply to ANY portion of venue/event security, but we'll be focusing specifically on the K9 portion for these discussions).

The first topic we'll discuss is INSURANCE - everyone's favorite!
Is the K9 company carrying the right insurance?

Coverage for K9 detection operations

When we say the "RIGHT" Insurance, there are many different parts to this:
* Does their Insurance actually cover EXPLOSIVE DETECTION WORK? Is it listed in their insurance portfolio?

* Do they carry the required amount?
We get some clients that just want a base policy that our $4 million general will cover. Some clients will require $9-$10 million in which, we will provide a Certificate of Insurance for our full excessive umbrella $12 Million that we carry.

* WORKERS COMPENSATION
Just a basic Workers Comp policy will not cover you if one of your handlers gets injured doing detection work. When we renewed our workers comp the last time, this was asked by the underwriter and we learned we could have been in a bad spot if one of our handlers were to get inured because it was not specifically noted for detection and working dog handler. It is now.

* Commercial Auto Insurance
Do you have vehicles on site? If one of your handlers is in an accident while on the job, do you have the coverage needed?

Ask for a current Certificate of Insurance (COI) and verify that coverage is appropriate FOR DETECTION K9 OPERATIONS — not simply pet care, boarding, or general animal liability.

I would like to have some discussion on this. I could go on this post and get deep into the weeds, but I want to get your take on it.

As a Venue, Event, or Security Manager Verify:
General liability limits
Workers’ compensation
Commercial auto, when applicable
Coverage for K9 detection operations
Additional insured requirements
Policy dates and carrier information

Buyer question:
“Can you provide your current COI and confirm that the policy specifically supports the services being provided at our event?”

OK, Your turn. Give me your thoughts.
Comment, Share, DM. I'd love to have a discussion!

The last song ends. The lights come up. The pride in our team stays.As outdoor concert season winds down, TEAM K9 wrappe...
10/13/2026

The last song ends. The lights come up. The pride in our team stays.

As outdoor concert season winds down, TEAM K9 wrapped up our final show of the season last week at Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre—and I want to recognize the people who kept us moving all season long.

Amber, Michelle, Teresa, Shannel, Hillary, Melissa, Sarah, and Monica: THANK YOU.

Our local Utah teams made sure our client had consistent K9 coverage throughout the season, without a hiccup. That takes commitment, communication, and people who understand that showing up for one another is part of showing up for the client.

A company can make a promise. It takes a team to keep it.

To our clients and partners at Live Nation and Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre: thank you for trusting TEAM K9 to support your event safety operations. We know that trust is earned through the work we do, the standards we maintain, and the people we put beside your team.

TEAM K9—Confidential Canine Services Inc.—is proud to provide professional K9 explosives detection services supporting concert security and live event safety in Utah and beyond.

But what makes this work meaningful is the people: our handlers and their canine partners, the venue crews, the security teams, and everyone working behind the scenes so others can enjoy the show.

We love this industry. We’re grateful to be part of it. And we never take the invitation to serve lightly.

Years ago, someone in this business taught me something that has stayed with me:

We never say goodbye.
We say, “See you at the next show.”

To our Utah crew: you earned this thank-you. Finish the season with your heads high. 🐾

Some wins come home in a trophy. The ones that matter most stay with you long after the day is over.The Lodi Police K9 T...
10/05/2026

Some wins come home in a trophy. The ones that matter most stay with you long after the day is over.

The Lodi Police K9 Trial gave us one of those days.

Courtney and K9 Rolex earned first place in explosives detection. I’m proud of Courtney’s hard work and the hours she’s put into training. And this makes the fifth apprentice I’ve brought to a police K9 trial who has earned first place. I learned from great people, and it means a lot to pass that knowledge along.

K9 Bogey and I took third place in his retirement year. I couldn’t ask for a better way to celebrate the work we’ve put in together.

But the picture that means the most to me is the one with all of us standing together. For years, I’ve worked to build respect and stronger relationships between law enforcement and civilian K9 teams. Seeing our brothers and sisters in law enforcement stand beside us, proud of what we accomplished, means more than I can put into words.

We didn’t come just for trophies. We came to support the Lodi Police Department, build camaraderie, and listen to the judges’ feedback so we can become better handlers and trainers. That’s how you keep improving: show up, do the work, stay humble, and learn from the people around you.

I’m grateful to everyone who made this day special. Proud of Courtney and Rolex. Proud of Bogey. Proud of the team—and proud of the bridge we keep building together.

Keep working. Keep learning. Keep showing up. And when the next opportunity comes, bring everything you’ve got.

What a weekend for TEAM K9.Our Utah team was at America First Field for an EDM concert, with our handlers and K9s workin...
10/05/2026

What a weekend for TEAM K9.

Our Utah team was at America First Field for an EDM concert, with our handlers and K9s working to help keep guests safe. We shifted gears at the Delta Center for Carín León, then returned for UFC 332.

Back in California, our teams covered a full weekend of shows at the historic Shoreline Amphitheatre: Hayley Williams on Friday, followed by a sold-out Kehlani show Saturday and two shows on Sunday.

In Southern California, our team took care of the crowds at the beautiful, historic Observatory in Hollywood.

Different venues, different crowds, one steady mission: show up prepared, work as a team, and help create a safer experience for everyone.

Proud of our teams for another busy weekend across California and Utah. K9 leads the way.

What a week for TEAM K9!We went from looking at dogs to rolling through Tornado Alley, then straight into a coast-to-coa...
10/02/2026

What a week for TEAM K9!

We went from looking at dogs to rolling through Tornado Alley, then straight into a coast-to-coast run of live events. That’s the kind of week that keeps you humble, sharp, and ready for whatever comes next.

Our teams covered Wu-Tang Clan at Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre, $uicideBoy$ at Cascade Amphitheater in Washington, the Rolling Loud pre-party at The Belasco in Hollywood, and Breaking Benjamin back in Salt Lake City. Then we were at the historic Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View for $uicideBoy$ again, back at Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre for Empire of the Sun, and at the Delta Center for Mammoth versus the Blackhawks.

Different cities. Different crowds. One standard: show up prepared, work as a team, and help keep people safe.

That’s how a small company builds something big—one solid deployment at a time. Our dogs and handlers brought the effort all week, and we’re proud of every one of them.

TEAM K9: ready for the next one. Let’s go!

Five years of partnership. Now we’re looking toward the next five.I’ve made the trip to Missouri to visit Whoa Nelly’s k...
09/29/2026

Five years of partnership. Now we’re looking toward the next five.

I’ve made the trip to Missouri to visit Whoa Nelly’s kennel. We’ve just completed a five-year relationship, and some outstanding dogs from their kennel have already helped strengthen TEAM K9.

Now we’re here to look at what comes next. Over the next two days, we’ll be evaluating dogs and considering the right partners for the next chapter.

Building a strong team takes vision, hard work, and high standards. We’re committed to finding dogs with the drive, temperament, and ability to serve our clients, support our handlers, and help protect the public.

The next five years start with the choices we make today. Let’s find the next great partners and get to work.

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