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Records that hold up when
they're questioned.

How does DogBase document K9 training for court?

DogBase timestamps every training record twice: when the training happened and when the log was saved. Edits are versioned, so reviewers can open any earlier copy of a record and see exactly what changed. Deployments and incidents are logged as separate, structured entries called Actions. Health records, certifications, and training all live on the same dog profile, and everything exports to PDF, Excel, or CSV.

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A logbook can't prove it wasn't rewritten.

Defense attorneys request training records to test a dog's reliability, then look for weak spots: sessions written up weeks later, entries changed after an incident, numbers that don't match across reports. Paper and spreadsheets can't answer those questions. A record that keeps its own history can.

Paper logs vs. a DogBase record

The questions that come up in discovery, and what each kind of record can actually show.

Paper and spreadsheetsWith DogBase
Handwritten logs with no proof of when they were writtenEvery training record shows the training date and the saved timestamp
Spreadsheet cells anyone can change without a traceEvery edit is versioned, showing who changed what and when
Stats calculated by hand the night before a hearingReports and exports pull straight from logged sessions
Deployment details scattered across reports, texts, and memoryDeployments and incidents logged as structured Actions
Training aids tracked on a separate sheet, if at allTraining aid inventory and scent aid tracking in the same system
Handler certifications checked by hand before a hearingHandler and dog certifications tracked, with reminders before they expire
Health status recalled from memory when fitness for duty comes upVet visits, medications, and vaccinations on the same dog profile

What a defensible K9 record includes.

Two Timestamps

Every log shows the date the training happened and the time it was saved. The saved time comes from our servers, so it can't be backdated.

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Training Versioning

Every edit keeps the earlier version on file. Reviewers see who changed what and when, and can open any previous copy side by side.

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Training Information for Search & Rescue: Air-Scent by Alpha Team and dog Ames on April 15, 2026, lasting 1 hour 14 minutes at midnight, with results needing improvement.
Deployments & Incidents

Deployments, incidents, and other operational events are logged as structured Actions, kept apart from training and fully searchable.

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Filtered Reports

Pull the exact record that was requested: one dog, one handler, one training type, or one date range. No digging through binders.

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User interface showing a training filter for SAR Air-Scent with dog Ames selected and a date range from 04/17/2025 to 04/17/2026, displaying one training record for Search & Rescue: Air-Scent by Christopher Davis from Alpha Team on 4/15/2026 at 3:00 AM with training time 11:39 PM.
Health on the Same Record

Vet visits, medications, and vaccinations sit on the same dog profile as training, so fitness for duty is documented, not recalled.

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PDF, Excel & CSV

Export what command staff, prosecutors, or auditors ask for in minutes, in a clean format that's ready to print or share.

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01. Two Timestamps, Not One

The saved time can't be typed in.

Handlers enter the date the training happened. DogBase stamps the moment the log was saved, on its own servers. So when a defense attorney asks whether a session was written up weeks later, the answer is already on the record, not in someone's memory. Weather and location are captured automatically too, which closes another gap paper logs leave wide open.

I have been using this app for over a year for all my trainings and deployments. Robert E., True West K9 Detection Services
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Why choose us

Built for the questions you'll get asked.

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Reports nobody has to rebuild
Reports pull straight from logged sessions. Nobody totals hours by hand the night before a hearing, and the numbers match across every report you hand over.
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Consistent across every handler
Custom training types keep every handler logging the same fields. No free text drift, no missing details, and no guessing what someone meant six months later.
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Training and deployments side by side
A deployment log follows the same structure as a training log. When the defense compares what the dog trained for to what happened on the street, both records are in one place.
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Health on the same timeline
When a dog's performance is questioned, the vet visits, medications, and injuries from that period sit on the same timeline as the training. Nothing to cross reference.
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THE STRUCTURE BEHIND EVERY LOG
Define once. Log it a thousand times.

Every training type and action type your team uses is built in the Custom Type Builder. Define the fields, scoring, and outcomes your discipline actually needs, and every handler logs against the same structure every time.

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TRAINING VERSIONING

Every record keeps its own history. Every edit stays on file.

Every training entry is versioned. Reviewers see who edited what and when, and can open the original next to any later edit. It's a standard part of DogBase, not something bolted on for the courtroom. Deployments and incidents are logged separately as structured Actions, time stamped and searchable.

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What K9 professionals say about DogBase

From search and detection to service and sport, K9 professionals worldwide use DogBase to log faster, train smarter, and stay mission-ready.
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Jillian S.
3PK9
DogBase has been a great resource to be able to customize record keeping for my K9. I love how I can tweak the format and features as I go and can have everything in once place if needed to access. But what Ive really appreciated more than anything has been the customer support in helping me set up a good logging system for my dogs and learn how to utilize the program more efficiently. They have helped me with every question I've had and even put the time into drafting templates for the training/action type to help me get started. That alone made a huge difference that set them apart from other programs out there that offer record keeping.
I have been using this app for over a year for all my trainings and deployments. The app is very easy to navigated and easily customizable. The AI summary is a very useful tool.
Andrew R.
TEXSAR
DogBase has become an important part of my work as a HRD K9 handler with Murphy. It provides a simple, reliable way to document training, deployments, and performance over time, giving me confidence that every session contributes to Murphy's long-term development and operational readiness. For K9 handlers committed to excellence, accountability, and continual improvement, it is a valuable platform that supports both the working dog and the mission we serve
Roger S
Club Peeps
New to the working dog community little did we know training and caring for a working dog is a significant undertaking. Dogbase has improved our training and results with consistent sessions, not as much for the dog but me it’s a new adventure for me and Dogbase is a big part of our training now. Thank you taking the time to design a data base program to help organize and see the weaknesses to address. As my journey with a working dog grows so will my learning, adjustment and growth.
DogBase is making the administrative side of detection logs that much more efficient. I enjoy the clean and simple-to-use interface and the ability to submit logs on the go through mobile. Being able to print log reports helped to streamline my process. I like that DogBase staff are constantly working to make the program better and improve accessibility. Customer support is quick to respond and fast to problem solve and help with whatever is needed.
While I am still introducing myself to the software, it has already shown its potential for replacing log books entirely for myself and others on my team. Not only is it one less item to keep track but the simplicity makes it more motivating to complete log books.
I am loving using Dogbase! It is providing such great value in training my dogs and I plan to continue to use it for as long as I possibly can. I love the amount of information that you are able to log for each training session. Before, I was using the old school notebook method for keeping track of my training sessions. Now, with using Dogbase, I have access to SO many more variables that I wouldn't have normally thought to log before that can possibly make a difference in future training sessions.
DogBase is one of the few K9 logs that caters specifically to Search and Rescue (SAR). I am a relatively new user, but impressed by the amount of versatility it has to offer. I've used other K9 logs in the past, but they were focused on Law Enforcement and were not as detailed for SAR work, as is DogBase. Detailed record keeping is essential if you want to learn to identify the good and the bad in your training routines and to maintain your credibility as a search team. In my opinion, DogBase does the job.
Nadine R
GPSK9s
I am so glad that I was invited to "test" this. I dreaded do my logs books and couldn't find an easy method. This platform is easy and so far all updates have made it easier and clear to fill out. I hope that we can continue to use it. I also like that I can check on more of my own team members and what training they are logging.
Curtis D
SAR Unit
So far it's been a great app. Starting to switch completely over to it
Absolutely love this application. Such ease of use and able to track everything. Same format for all trainings and love the information added based on time and location. This will be a game changer in record keeping for SAR dogs.
J B
MOD
This App has undoubtedly made our training more efficient with clear documentation of progress. Definitely making the training more progressive instead of just repetitive. It's easy to use, relevant for the training we conduct, and the customer support is awesome.
I was tired of using Excel spreadsheets where I had to remember all the information when I was finally able to sit down and enter it. I like DogBase because I can use my phone and fill it out during training while all the information is fresh. Its easy to go down the list and fill out each part and in the end I have all the information I want to keep track of for my HR and Airscent K9.
Aaron T
MOCSAR
I have tried a lot of different ways to track my training for my Search and Recovery dogs. DOG BASE is by far the best and easiest to use. Love it!
Christian H
Mark9 SAR
I am enjoying the app. It's easy to use and apt to great features, especially the weather part of it.

K9 reporting and court documentation: frequently asked questions

Does DogBase keep an edit history on K9 training records?
Can a K9 handler backdate or rewrite a training log in DogBase?
How does DogBase document K9 deployments and incidents?
Is K9 health information kept with training records?
Can DogBase records be used in court?

DogBase helps your unit keep complete, consistent, timestamped records. Whether a record is admissible is decided by the court and depends on your jurisdiction and agency policy.

Build the record before you need it.

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Saved timestamps and full edit history on training records. Deployments and incidents in structured, searchable logs. Exports ready for command staff, prosecutors, and auditors.

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