Class Enrollment

CANINE ENCOUNTERS #4065
Date/Time:	Wed 1/21/2026 at 8:00 AM
Location:	PRECINCT 4 TRAINING ACADEMY - 330 Meadowfern Dr, 2nd Floor, Houston, TX 77067
Class Price:	$0.00
Notes:	Classroom Attire: Dress for a professional training environment. Appropriate classroom dress includes: Departmental uniforms, business casual attire, i.e.; collared shirts and pressed pants, jeans, or BDU style pants. No shorts, tee shirts, flip-flop style shoes, yoga style pants, or tank tops will be permitted unless otherwise instructed by Training Division personnel. Wearing of hats or caps in the classroom will not be allowed. Jeans with holes or tattered material will not be allowed.

This course introduces you to the history of the man and dog relationship, and discusses the natural instincts and abilities of canines both in and out of police work. We are going to explore the selection, training, and management of the canine team, including some of the legal ramifications of placing a canine team in the field. Also discussed, are some of the more common applications of canines in law enforcement. This 4-hour class is a TCOLE core course for all Basic and Intermediate Peace Officers. The course covers animal cruelty, dangerous dogs, aggressive animal attacks, and canine behavior. Course is approved for 4 TCOLE hours