Welcome To
GAK9NC
Who We Are
GAK9NC is a working dog program built for those
who want more than basic training. Operating
through Summit Kennels, we develop K9
teams for both serious civilian handlers
and professional operators who demand
real-world performance. Whether you're advancing beyond obedience or preparing for operational deployment, our training is built to strengthen the dog team’s bond and effectiveness.
Our Mission
To bridge the gap between basic obedience and
real-world capability by providing structured, advanced
training for both civilian and professional K9 teams.
“When it comes to training, the Sky isn’t the limit if there’s footprints on the moon”
Two Paths. One Standard.
Advanced Civilian Development
We focus on:
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Advanced obedience under distraction
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Scent work and introduction to detection concepts
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Tracking and trailing fundamentals
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Confidence building in new environments
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Handler awareness and communication
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This is for those who want a dog that performs, not just behaves.
For handlers who already have a foundation and want to push further.
Professional & Operational Training
Built for Law Enforcement, Military, and SAR teams needing real-world capability.
Programs Include:
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Advanced tracking & trailing (rural and urban)
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Scenario-based deployments
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Detection training (narcotics, explosives, specialty odors)
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Controlled aggression & apprehension development
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Officer safety and K9 integration
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Training is conducted with operational realism, because performance matters when it counts.
Leadership
GAK9NC is led by Ishman Davis, a United States Marine Corps Staff Sergeant and experienced Military Working Dog handler and trainer.
His background includes:
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Military Working Dog operations and high-level mission support
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Selection and experience within the MARSOC K9 pipeline
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Training foreign K9 teams in operational environments
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Leadership of specialized K9 sections overseas
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Certifications in tracking, detection, and apprehension
This program is built from
experience, not guesswork.
Why GAK9NC
Most training stops at obedience.
We start where that ends.
Whether you’re a civilian pushing your dog to the next level
or a professional preparing for real deployments, GAK9NC delivers training that translates outside the training field.
“Read the dog. Find the threat. Win the hunt.”
Our Training Philosophy
We train for clarity, control, and performance under pressure.
Our approach emphasizes:
Real-world application over staged repetition
Progressive problem-solving for both dog and handler
Environmental exposure and stress conditioning
Clear communication and trust within the team
Every rep has a purpose. Every scenario builds capability.
