K9 Conservationists

Our mission is to advance conservation research by connecting highly trained conservation detection dog teams with scientists, while building long-term capacity through training, mentorship, and collaboration with emerging handlers and local communities.

We train dogs to sniff out the data scientists need—or train you to work with your own dog. From locating carcasses on wind farms to detecting invasive mussels on boats to finding jaguar scat in the Guatemalan jungle, our teams are up for the challenge.

Our services are designed to be flexible and creative, meeting the needs and budgets of diverse projects. Our dog training is rooted in the Humane Hierarchy framework, and whenever possible, our dogs complete double-blind odor recognition trials with relevant distractors before deployment.

At K9 Conservationists, our dogs are more than just partners — they’re skilled professionals who thrive in the field. They search for multiple targets at once, adapt to challenging environments, and collect data with precision, all while keeping wildlife and people safe. Their work is non-invasive, mobile, and highly reliable, thanks to rigorous preparation.

But it’s not just the dogs who set us apart. Our woman-led, energetic team of field biologists brings dedication, creativity, and a passion for science to every project. Together, we ensure both exceptional working animal welfare and top-quality ecological data collection.

Beyond the field, our ambassador dogs help us share this important work with the public. Donors, schools, and community groups love meeting them — and their passion is infectious.