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Ronnie Manganiello
Law Enforcement Officer | K-9 Handler & Head Trainer | Expert in K-9 Training and Certifications
Ronnie Manganiello is an accomplished Law Enforcement Officer and K-9 Handler based in South Florida, where he also serves as the head trainer for his agency’s K-9 unit. He began his career in K-9 handling in 2013, when he was selected for the unit and went on to complete an intensive 600-hour K-9 Handler course in 2014.
Since then, Ronnie has advanced his expertise and certifications in the field of K-9 training. He is a certified Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) General Instructor, a certified K-9 Instructor through the International K-9 College, and a certifying official with the Florida Law Enforcement Canine Association. His commitment to professional development culminated in his promotion to the rank of Corporal in 2019, where he now serves as the lead trainer for his agencie’s K-9 unit.
Ronnie further honed his skills by completing a comprehensive 400-hour K-9 Trainer’s Course through the International K-9 College. He has also traveled internationally to Europe to select law enforcement canines, completed a 480-hour Trainer’s Course through the Palm Beach Sheriff's Office, and earned certification as an FDLE K-9 Instructor. Additionally, he completed a 500-hour trainer certification through “L K-9.”
Over the years, Ronnie has trained countless K-9 teams from agencies across the United States, conducting both basic handler schools and specialized training for "green dogs" and experienced handlers. As an instructor, he certifies future K-9 trainers across Florida, teaching courses that include FDLE K-9 Instructor certification and K-9 decoy schools. Ronnie is also an expert witness, having testified in numerous state and federal trials involving K-9 cases.
With a passion for excellence in K-9 law enforcement and training, Ronnie Manganiello continues to play a pivotal role in advancing the standards of K-9 units both locally and nationally.
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