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Robert Johnson

Chief Instructor

Robert Johnson

Robert Johnson

Chief Instructor

Robert Johnson is a graduate of Harding University and is a retired police officer with over 24 years of concentrated experience working as a K9 handler, trainer and instructor at both the Vermont Policy Academy and Connecticut Police Work Dog Association. Robert was also a quest instructor teaching decoy classes and techniques. Currently, he has served as the Chief Instructor at MK9 Solutions since 2022 both supervising trainers as well as working directly with customers to understand requirements and recommend canine candidates for the selection process. In his free time, he continues to instruct K9 seminars around the country, compete in various K9 events, and train dual purpose dogs for specialized assignments.

Bob Wright

Principal Consultant for Research and Development

Bob Wright

Bob Wright

Principal Consultant for Research and Development

Bob Wright is a retired police officer and has been involved in Police K9, as handler, trainer, and Unit Supervisor since 1987. Bob has instructed at conferences internationally for more than 25 years. His primary interests have been the integration of canine teams into tactical operations, officer safety and explosive detection.

Bob has been involved in this project since its inception and presently serves as Principal Consultant for Research and Development.

Bob has a master’s degree from the University of Guelph, a bachelor’s degree from Brock University and a post graduate diploma from the University of Western Ontario.