The K9 Elements Taxonomy
Behavior taxonomy
Every behavior in the K9 Elements curriculum — the building blocks (Foundation), the trained-and-proofed skills (Applied), and the composite trial exercises (Integrated).
132 behaviors · 25 Foundation · 66 Applied · 41 Integrated
Integrated
Composite behaviors combining multiple Applied behaviors into a scenario or routine; the actual competition test units.
- I-16 L1 TRK: The Lost Hiker TrackingContent coming
Composite: scent-pad start, sustained tracking over L1 distance and turns, article indication at multiple articles along the track, missing-person location and indication at track end, sustained handler skill and safety preparedness throughout.
L1 - I-17 L2 TRK: The Evader TrackingContent coming
L1 track escalated: colder scent, additional turns and complexity, lifeline article mechanic, more articles for indication.
L2 - I-18 L3 TRK: Elite Tracking TrackingContent coming
L2 track further escalated: 6-10 turns, extended distance, unknown article count, contaminated tracks, elite-level scent commitment.
L3