The IMPACT Working Dog Conference 2025 – Schedule Announced
- impactk9
- Aug 30
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 31
The wait is over—the full schedule for the IMPACT Working Dog Conference 2025 is here.
Taking place over two action-packed days, this year’s conference brings together some of the leading voices in dog training, welfare and performance.
Whether you’re a handler, trainer, vet, or simply passionate about training dogs, the line-up promises practical insights, innovative thinking and real-world strategies you can apply immediately.
Why Both Seminars and Practical Sessions Matter
As handlers and instructors ourselves, we know that knowledge without application doesn’t stick.
That’s why this year’s programme blends seminars with hands-on practical sessions.
Seminars deliver the latest research, strategies and science, which helps you understand why approaches work.
Practical sessions take that knowledge outdoors, where you can see techniques in action and see how the strategies work in real life.
This approach is shaped directly by your feedback.
Last year, delegates told us they valued the insights but wanted more opportunities to see as well as listen.
In response, we’ve added practical outdoor sessions so you can leave with real, field-tested skills & not just a notebook full of theory.
Day 1 – Friday
The conference kicks off with an exciting range of topics designed to challenge perspectives and sharpen skills:
Luke Jones – Beyond Detection: Building A Complete Canine Capability
Georgie Jones – Why We Need Cognition Testing In Working Dogs
Alan Dudley – Biosecurity In Animal Health Settings
Nando Brown – Proofing: The Secret To Mondioring Dogs (Practical Outdoor Session)
Gary Rutherford – Battle Inoculation For Military Working Dogs (Practical Outdoor Session)
Anthony Mackle – The Importance Of Hydration For Working Dogs
The day closes with networking opportunities and social time giving you the chance to connect with fellow professionals, build relationships and share experiences.
Day 2 – Saturday
Saturday builds on the momentum with sessions that dig deep into genetics, resilience and handler-dog performance:
Gayle Lucy – 3 Ways To Extract Genetic Potential From Any Working K9
Gary Rutherford – Improving Dog Welfare Through Co-operative Care
Darren Priddle – The K9 Tactician’s Bible
Nando Brown – Building Resilient Dogs & Handlers
The day also features a Sponsor Showcase, as well as extended networking opportunities to exchange knowledge with peers and industry leaders.
Why Attend?
The IMPACT Dog Conference isn’t just about talks, it’s about actual transformation.
Across both days you’ll gain:
Practical techniques you can take straight into the field.
Cutting-edge research on cognition, genetics and resilience.
Insights from real-world experts working in detection, military and training environments.
Opportunities to connect with other professionals who share your passion.
By combining research-backed seminars with outdoor, hands-on practice, we ensure you leave not only inform, but equipped to be able to implement your learning when you're back at home or work.
Join Us in 2025
The IMPACT Working Dog Conference 2025 is set to be our most comprehensive event yet.
With a schedule packed full of expertise, innovation, and practical learning, this is the place to be if you want to stay at the forefront of working dog performance and welfare.
📅 Dates: Friday & Saturday📍 Location & Tickets: www.impactk9.co.uk
Secure your place now and be part of the future of dog development.
Are our own dogs able to attend or is it just for set dogs showing the practical training