Chiron K9 Mentorship Program

Personalized Guidance. Proven Expertise. Real Results.

At Chiron K9, we believe in developing confident, capable handlers and teams through individualized support and evidence-based practices. Our One-on-One Mentorship Program is designed for professionals and aspiring handlers seeking to deepen their understanding, troubleshoot challenges, and elevate their canine detection work—whether in conservation, environmental, or operational contexts.

How It Works:

Flexible Booking
Use our online calendar to schedule a session that fits your availability. Appointment times vary depending on project demands.
Custom-Tailored Sessions
Each mentorship is uniquely structured to match your goals, experience level, and operational needs. Topics may include:
Problem Solving: Address training or fieldwork challenges.
Scent Imprinting: Master methods for reliable target association.
Target Selection: Align detection targets with project or mission needs.
Team Integration: Enhance synergy between handler and dog.
Search Strategies: Build efficient, goal-driven search plans.
Progression Planning: Design a roadmap for continued development.
And More: We’re here to support your specific journey.

Appointments

Why Choose Chiron K9?

Led by internationally recognized experts with extensive field and research experience, our team brings decades of success in developing detection capabilities across a wide range of applications. We work with you to ensure practical, science-based solutions that empower both handler and canine to perform at their best.

Chiron K9 and Paul Bunker – Experienced Canine Detection Consulting

Chiron K9, led by Paul Bunker, is a leading canine consulting and training organization specializing in detection dog programs across conservation, forensic, environmental, and research sectors. With over four decades of operational and research experience, Paul offers tailored consulting services to government agencies, research institutions, NGOs, and industry partners worldwide. Paul brings unparalleled real-world expertise to canine detection consulting, with operational deployments spanning the globe. From high-threat environments to complex research settings, his decades of hands-on experience make him a uniquely valuable advisor. Paul’s deep understanding of field conditions, logistical challenges, and performance requirements allows him to deliver practical, effective solutions that bridge scientific theory with operational reality. His global perspective ensures that programs he supports are adaptable, scalable, and mission ready.

As a consultant, Paul Bunker provides expert guidance in:

Detection Canine Training

Designing and implementing training protocols based on target odor, field conditions, and performance goals.

Program Development

Establishing and scaling canine detection programs from inception to operational deployment, including handler selection, progression plans, and integration into existing workflows.

Scientific Research Support

Partnering with academic and scientific institutions to design and execute canine-related research, including data collection, field methodology, and statistical analysis.

Experimental Design

Creating rigorous, replicable study designs for evaluating canine performance, odor dynamics, and training variables, including support for grant-funded projects and peer-reviewed publication.

Chiron K9 also offers one-on-one mentorship and workshops, supporting professionals at all stages of canine detection—from early imprinting to specialized operational deployment. The consulting approach is rooted in ethical training practices, evidence-based methodology, and decades of field-proven success.