Learn from nationally recognized K9 expertise

Instruction shaped by real-world K9 deployment, operational decision-making, and courtroom accountability.

August 25, 2026
Michael Nezbeth
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Michael Nezbeth, Founder, Grassroots K9

About
Michael Nezbeth

Michael Nezbeth is the Founder and Training Director of Grassroots K9, an internationally recognized canine training company specializing in law enforcement and working dog development. He also serves as the Training Director for K9s United and as a Training Coordinator for the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office. With a background in Psychology and Criminology, Michael brings a science-based perspective to canine training, effectively bridging learning theory with operational application.

A highly sought-after instructor, Michael leads seminars and workshops for law enforcement, military personnel, and civilian handlers across North America and internationally.

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Featured session at HITS 2026

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Aug 25th, 2026
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10:30 am
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12:30 pm

Operational Control: The Skills That Get You to the Dance

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Everyone wants to talk about the flashy parts of training — bites, scenarios, and high-drive moments. This class focuses on the skills that actually get you there.

Master the overlooked foundations—obedience clarity, environmental neutrality, and handler influence—that decide whether a dog gets trusted for real work.
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Other classes

1:30 pm
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3:30 pm

Operational Control: The Skills That Get You to the Dance

Aug 27th, 2026
Michael Nezbeth
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Learn from
Michael Nezbeth
at
HITS K9

Join national-scale K9 education designed to strengthen deployment judgment, legal defensibility, and long-term operational performance.

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See who else is teaching at HITS

HITS brings together prosecutors, scientists, federal advisors, and operational trainers whose instruction reflects real-world deployment and courtroom scrutiny.

Zach Pfannenstiel

CEO
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Echelon K9
Zach brings over 18 years of law enforcement experience, including more than 12 years in canine operations.
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Michael Nezbeth

Founder
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Grassroots K9
Michael Nezbeth is the Founder and Training Director of Grassroots K9, an internationally recognized canine training company specializing in law enforcement and working dog development.
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Kevin Good

Engineer
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Battelle
Battelle engineer teaching practical science-backed tactics for producing operationally relevant detection dogs.
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