K9s Talking Scents
121 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 102 ratingsThis podcast is all about Detection Dogs we talking training, working the dog in the real world, starting a new dog or have an experienced dog, this show is for you. Calling all Detection dogs, Sniffer Dogs, those who compete in Nosework / Scentwork sports. If you work a detection dog that sniffs out bombs, drugs, guns, cell phones, electronic devices or anything else this podcast is for you
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#101 Talking to GOATs with Michael Ellis and Ivan Balabanov
March 15, 2024 07:00 - 2 hours - 102 MBSummary In this episode Cameron, Michael Ellis and Ivan Balabanov discuss various topics within the dog training industry. They cover the definition of a good repetition in training, the importance of timing and motivation, the impact of human intervention on dog evolution, the use of errorless learning versus trial and error learning, the utilization of a dog's genetic predisposition in training, and the changes in the detection dog world over the years. This part of the conversation focus...
#100 Does my Detection Dog have ADHD with Dr. Melanie Uhde
February 25, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBIn this episode, Dr. Melanie Uhde of Canine Decoded (Canine Neuroscientist) discusses the topics of arousal, motivation, and learning in dogs. She explains how arousal affects search efficiency and the role of dopamine in the brain. The conversation also explores the impact of anticipation and cue-induced excitement on behavior. Additionally, Dr. Uhde addresses the lack of research on dopamine in dogs and the challenges of studying brain function in live animals. The episode concludes with a...
#99 Just Communicate with Dr. Simon Gadbois
January 25, 2024 08:00 - 2 hours - 86.9 MBThis episode contains a wealth of information. Dr. Gadbois delves into various aspects of detection dog work and general dog training. Some of the topics discussed include the use of markers, variable reinforcement schedules, the significance of blank searches, the acknowledgment that reality is not flawless, and the notion that training should not strive for perfection either. Dr. Simon Gadbois integrates ethology, animal experimental psychology, and behavioural neuroscience to study wild ...
#98 Training vs Reality and Marijuana vs Hemp with Steven Antommarchi
December 29, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIn this Episode we sit down with Steven Atommarchi who is a police officer K9 handler and trainer, K9 researcher and owner of Next Level K9 located in TX. Steven has a wide range of real world experience and now more and more experience with the various K9 research projects such as Hemp vs. MJ he has done with Dr. Kenneth Furton. You can reach Steven via email at [email protected] To learn about all things detection dogs and webinars from the best in the detection dog field go to...
#97 Where is my Whiskey and Tobacco with Stu Phillips
December 14, 2023 08:00 - 2 hours - 100 MBIn this episode, Cameron Ford interviews Stu Phillips, an operational K9 handler and trainer. Stu shares his journey of working with military working dogs and transitioning to civilian work as a detection dog handler. He discusses the challenges and requirements of working with passive screening drug dogs in high pedestrian environments. Stu also talks about his experience working with explosive detection dogs during the London Olympics. The conversation concludes with Stu's work training wh...
#96 The Misinformed Odor Clown
November 29, 2023 05:00 - 2 hours - 93.4 MBIn this episode, Steven Antommarchi, a fellow Police K9 Trainer and Handler, engages in a deep and informative conversation with Cameron. The interview covers a wide range of topics, delving into both personal and professional aspects of Cameron’s life, with a significant focus on detection dogs. This episode offers a comprehensive insight into Cameron’s experiences and expertise, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in detection dogs. To explore more about Detection Dogs, visit...
#95 The Reality of Search and Rescue with Tim Houweling
November 15, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBK9 Handler, Trainer. FEMA Task Force, Fire Captain... Tim Houweling has REAL experience and and understanding of Dogs and use of K9s in Search and Rescue. Tim is passionate about being a dog handler and working in the Search and Rescue field. Tim specializes in Human remains detection and has been there done that with his dogs. You can find Tim on Instagram at @Tim_houweling. Non Profits mentioned in this podcast on Instagram: @hdsearchdogfund @SpikesK9Fund @SearchDogFoundation T...
#94 Dingle Days Detection with Geryah Dingle
November 07, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBEpisode #94 with Geryah Dingle of Dingle Days on You Tube. Geryah is a passionate Detection dog trainer and handler who runs a successful YouTube channel @dingledays she also runs a podcast called "Dogs are People too". We discuss her journey in detention dogs, how she got into her YouTube channel and the various training topics of Nosework and Scentwork dogs. To learn everything about Detection Dogs go visit http://www.fordk9.com
#93 "Women in Police K9" with Sgt. Jaye Lilley
September 28, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBIn this Episode I sit down with Sgt. Jaye Lilley of the Queensland Police Dog Squad. Sgt. Lilley, is the Lead Detection Trainer and Breeding Supervisor for the state of Queensland. She has worked many roles in the Police Dept. and her hard work has put her in the position she has today. We speak about the evolution of training and the increasing role of women in Police and K9 Training. We cover training lessons learned and how to constantly improve your program from puppies to adult dogs ...
#92 Dogs can smell Water?? with Sydney Water K9
September 14, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBIn this Episode I get to sit down with Glenn Cooke of the Canine Paradigm and do a interview with the fascinating Water Leak Detection Dogs of Sydney Water in Australia. Right now this unit has 5 Dogs, these dogs a specialized in detecting waste water leaks and fresh water leaks. We cover everything from how this program started to they type of dogs selected, how they are trained, how the are deployed and the overwhelming success of the program. Thank you Glenn for letting me use your ...
#91"Trainers in Cars" with Laure Hanouna of Chien Zen
September 03, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBEpisode #91 "Trainers in Cars" with Laure Hanouna of Chein Zen. Laure is a Dog Trainer, and Nosework Handler and Trainer based in Switzerland. Laure works with teams in France and Switzerland helping grow Nosework around Europe. Her experience came initially working and training dogs in Bed Bug Detection, then got into Pet Obedience training and later Nosework. In this interview we talk about similarities and differences between Nosework in the US and Europe. We talk about the growth of...
#90 Flow State with Jens Frank
August 15, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBEpisode #90 with Jens Frank. Jens is a world renowned Detection, Tracking and Laser Directional Trainer. Jens is from the Scandinavian Working Dog Institute (SWDI) trains handlers and service dogs, mainly from police and armed forces. He also has a position as Associate Professor at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. He is responsible for and working as a dog handler in, the Swedish governments program for service dogs used in the management of large carnivores (bears, wolves,...
#89 NEW Trainers Jam Michael Nezbeth, Carlos Ramirez and Mike Lilley (Lessons Learned)
August 02, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBEpisode #89 This is a new group of Trainers for Trainers Jam and this time we cover Lessons we have learned as we have progressed in our journey. Mike Nezbeth, Mike Lilley and Carlos Ramirez sit down and share their knowledge and experience. You can find them at the following links. http://www.grassrootsk9.com http://www.mlk9.com http://www.carlosramirezk9.com And for everything Detection Dogs and your K9s Talking Scents SWAG got visit http://www.fordk9.com
#88 Austrian Detection K9 with Florian Schneider
June 28, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBEpisode #88 In this podcast I sit down with the owners of Kynotec (Florian and Chris) and we talk Police K9s, views of K9 programs, what are differences in programs in the US and Europe and how they train and evaluate dogs in detection in Austria. We cover various view points and why they created the system they use today. You can find Florian on Instagram @kynotec To find everything Detection Dogs go visit http://www.fordk9.com
#87 Trainers Jam Session with Michael Ellis, Forrest Micke and Natalie Morris
June 01, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBThis Episode is just a fun sit down where as trainers we have discussions on various training topics, experiences, our own questions and some funny stories. Netflix show we talk about is the Series "Explained" Please, comment like and give us a review. For all things Detection Dog go visit http://www.fordk9.com
#86 Seeing the Forrest from the trees with Forrest Micke
May 09, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBIn this episode I interview well know Dog Trainer Forrest Micke. Forrest is most well known for his video on Leerburg called the Heeler's Toolbox. Forrest is a graduate of the Tom Rose and Michael Ellis School for Dog Trainers. He has a wonderful diverse background in dog training and a great perspective in working with people and their dogs. You can find Forrest on Instagram @forrestmicke For everything Detection Dog learning go visit www.fordk9.com
#84 Detection and Zooming with Sara Brueske
March 30, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBIn this Episode we speak with well known multi talented Trainer and Photographer Sara Brueske of ZoomDog Training. You can go learn more about Sara and what she offers by visiting her website http://www.zoomdogtraining.com To learn more about all things Detection Dogs, go visit http://www.fordk9.com
#83 Fentanyl, Marijuana and Currency "Oh My" with Mike Kmiecik
March 09, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBThis Episode was done at the CNCA Conference when I got to sit down and cover some HOT topics in the drug dog handler world. Do Dogs really hit on THC? Can dogs be proofed off Marijuana? Should Handlers not train their dogs on Fentanyl? All this and more!!! To learn more about Detection dogs with online classes and seminars and at our school, go visit http://www.fordk9.com
#82 Rolling the Dice with K9 with Anthony Tran
February 16, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBIn this Episode I sit down with Tony Tran who is the K9 Manager for the Venetian Casino K9 Program. Many people want to know how to get in to K9 if you were not a dog handler as a Cop or in the Military. Tony was just like you and we talk about his experience and what it has taken to get him to where he is. We also talk about what it is like to be a K9 Handler on the Las Vegas strip. Tony covers his training experiences, lessons learned and how he is growing as a Trainer and Manager....
#81 "Where are we" SAR K9 with Dr. Mary Cablk
January 19, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBDr. Mary E. Cablk is a subject matter expert in detection and Search and Rescue K9. In her research, she draws upon knowledge from multiple fields such as olfaction, analytical chemistry, learning, cognitive and industrial/occupational psychology, forensics, spatial analysis, pattern analysis, and image processing. Her interests focus on transforming qualitative observation into quantitative data and combining multiple input data types to solve complex challenges related to detection, in a f...
#80 Get to know Natalie Morris
December 22, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBMany have seen Natalie Morris this past year in Ford K9 You Tube Videos or at some Seminars, but many of you still have not had a chance to get to know Ford K9's Manager and Trainer Natalie Morris. Natalie has been working and training dogs 15 years and has been with Ford K9 2 years. Her background ranges from Pet Obedience training, Sport Detection, Professional Detection, Puppy raising detection dogs and Puppy and Canine Cognition. In this episode we get to learn more about this woman ...
#79 Spaniels and eliminating the question marks with Josh Riddle
December 09, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBEpisode 79, In this podcast I get to speak with a Springer and Working Cocker Spaniel breeder Josh Riddle of Rockey's Kennel. Josh and his father have been breeders of Field Champion Springer and Working Cocker Spaniels. Over the past 2 years I have been going to Josh and his father to select, raise and train many of the Spaniels we own and have trained and sold as Detection Dogs. The Spaniel breed has been a popular choice as a detection dog in the UK and Europe, now they are starting t...
#78 Detection Flexibility with Flo Schneider
November 21, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBFlorian Schneider has been active in the dog industry since 2010, professional dog trainer since 2016. Through national and international training, examinations in dog making in various areas as well as the organization of events with HTX workingdogs, Florian was able to build up a broad expertise and valuable network in the international dog system, which our customers should now benefit from. Graduate from SWDI and other programs. Show Sponsors: Sci K9 Home of the TADD and NOTA http:...
#77 What does your Data say.. with Bob Eden
November 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBBob Eden is a 28 year retired police veteran with over 40 years of dog training experience in law enforcement, military and personal protection applications. In his final years of law enforcement he was a detective with the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit investigating organized crime. Early in his career he developed the Delta Police K9 Unit and served as the lead police dog trainer for the Department for 16 years. He is the author of two books, "Dog Training For Law Enforcement"...
#76 Medical Mutts with Dr. Jennifer Cattet
October 19, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBEpisode 76 with Dr. Jennifer Cattet of Medical Mutts Jennifer Cattet Ph.D. has been training dogs professionally for over 35 years. Her work with service dogs started in a prison program where she was the instructor to the inmates/trainers. She has since started Medical Mutts, a service dog organization specialized in the training of rescue dogs as medical assistance dogs. With her scientific background, she is involved in studies in canine medical detection and has contributed to proving ...
#75 Check your Email with Tony Gravley
October 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBEpisode #75 with Tony Gravley When it comes to k-9 training, few people know as much about the subject as Tony. With 35 years of experience in handling, training dogs, and handlers, Tony knows what it takes to get the most out of these working dogs. From starting his career as a Marine Corp. MP and Military Dog handler and Trainer, then a Contract Working Dog handler working in Afghanistan and Iraq for over 12 years, then Working at Auburn University Canine Performance Center... Tony has...
#74 Bed Bug Detection with Nick Hamer
September 15, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBEpisode #73, Have you ever thought of getting into the Bed Bug Detection Dog world or start a business in the field of Bed Bug Detection. This episode guest has his own successful Bed bug Detection business and did so during the 2020 pandemic. Nick Hamer owner of K9 BBI (Bed Bug Inspectors) has a wide variety of clients and multiple dogs out there putting in work. To learn more about Nick and his business go visit www.k9bbi.com Show Sponsors Sci K9 Home of the TADD and NOTA http://w...
#73 The SW Mindset with Steve White
September 01, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 95.6 MBEpisode #73 with Steve White Over 40 years of mostly K9-centered law enforcement career, Steve White is the only person to have served as a handler, trainer, and supervisor for the Seattle Police Canine Unit. Accredited as a Master Trainer in 1993 by the Washington State Police Canine Association, Steve is also a past executive board member of that body. He served as vice president of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and is a consultant and instructor for the K9 A...
#73 The SW Mindset with Steve White
September 01, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 255 MBEpisode #73 with Steve White Over 40 years of mostly K9-centered law enforcement career, Steve White is the only person to have served as a handler, trainer, and supervisor for the Seattle Police Canine Unit. Accredited as a Master Trainer in 1993 by the Washington State Police Canine Association, Steve is also a past executive board member of that body. He served as vice president of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and is a consultant and instructor for the K9 A...
#72 LABoratory of Breeding with Katelyn Graham
August 18, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBEpisode #72 with Katelyn Graham of Katalyst K9. Kate has a breeding program producing Labradors for all types of detection. In this episode we talk about her experience why she looks for what she does in breeding and selecting puppies and so much more. You can find Kate at http://www.katalystkennels.com Show Sponsors: Sci K9 Home of the TADD and NOTA http://www.scik9.com Getxent: Training absorbent tubes for all your odor needs http://www.getxent.com Precision Explosives: Get all y...
#72 LABoratory of Breeding with Katelyn Graham
August 18, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBEpisode #72 with Katelyn Graham of Katalyst K9. Kate has a breeding program producing Labradors for all types of detection. In this episode we talk about her experience why she looks for what she does in breeding and selecting puppies and so much more. You can find Kate at http://www.katalystkennels.com Show Sponsors: Sci K9 Home of the TADD and NOTA http://www.scik9.com Getxent: Training absorbent tubes for all your odor needs http://www.getxent.com Precision Explosives: Get all y...
#71 School K9s with Clark County School District Police
July 28, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBEpisode 71 Protection through Detection...K9s in schools In this episode I speak with 2 K9 handlers in from the Clark County School District Police. Clark County is the 5th largest school district in the United States. CCSD Police has 6 dogs in their program. Officer Woodland and his K9 Diamond detect Firearms on Instagram @k9_Diamond503 Officer Cooke and K9 Oreo detect Narcotics on Instagram @therealofficeroreo Show Sponsors Sci K9 Home of the TADD and NOTA http://www.scik9.com Ge...
#70 The 11th Commandment with Brad Gillespie
July 08, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBEpisode #70 with Brad Gillespie Bradley Gillespie has been handling and training working dogs for 20 years. He has trained Police and Military dog teams globally. Brad is currently employed as a handler trainer with the second largest Police K9 program in Canada where he specializes in patrol, tactical team integration and Explosive Detection. Brad is the Ontario Director for the Canadian Police Canine Association and has been the SME for several international K9 research projects. Brad c...
#69 The "Re-Do" Episode with Simon Prins
June 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBEpisode #69 This is a Re-Do for Episode #66 with Simon Prins... that episode the audio was not good... SO we did a new show but this time in person AND in Video. Go to the Ford K9 Youtube Channel to watch this episode. In this Episode we talk about the our mind set as handlers and trainers. What are we communicating? Importance of place boards in detection and ORTs, and so much more!!! To contact Simon Prins go to www.simonprins.com Thank you to the Show Sponsors: Ford K9 https://w...
#68 Using Addiction for Detection Dog Training with Michael Ellis
June 08, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBEpisode #68 Using Addiction for Detection Dog Training. In this Episode Cameron and Michael talk about their joint training at the Michael Ellis School for Dog Trainers, as well as reviewing various detection dog training models to include aspects of Addictions in dogs to use for better detection dog training results. You can contact Michal Ellis at www.michaelellisschool.com Thank you to our Show Sponsors: Ford K9: Are you looking for Detection Dog handler classes and seminars? Ar...
#67 "Breed all about it" with Bart Rogers and Craig Koshyk
May 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBIn this Episode I speak with Craig Koshyk and Bart Rogers. We discuss the history of breeds and why they do what they do. Often times decisions are made based off what a handler likes vs what a handler needs. Also, little is considered as to the genetic history of the dog. Craig Koshyk: Craig is a self proclaimed dog nut, canine historian, photographer and writer. He has studied breeds and their history all over the world. Check out his work at https://pointingdogblog.blogspot.com Bart...
#66 Dealing with all the Background Noise with Simon Prins
May 10, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBIn this Episode Simon and I talk about many things but in particular we talk about dealing with all the other things going on that the dogs have to work through or learn to disregard to focus in on the target odor we train them on and how to proof the training to make the dog as accurate as possible. Simon Prins is known for introducing operant conditioning to the Police K9 training world. For the last 25 years, he’s skillfully trained and purposed dogs for special operation missions and h...
#65 Its all about Clarity with Michael Nezbeth
April 29, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBMichael Nezbeth is the Head trainer and Founder of Grassroots K9. Mike has a degree in psychology and has been helping people and police departments with dogs for a number of years. Micheal is well known as a skilled Decoy for protection work but he is also very skilled in the communication of human and dog interactions. Visit www.grassrootsk9.com Show Sponsors: Also Check out our NEW FORD K9 YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CameronFordK9 Precision Explosives: Looking for q...
#64 Data, Records and Detection Dogs with Sgt. Stèphan Petersen
April 19, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBStèphan is a project manager, instructor and operational handler within the canine unit of the Dutch National Police. He started as a operational handler in the field of Forensic Human Scent Detection- and Tracking dogs, Narcotic Detection Dogs and Urban Search & Rescue. He was deployed for USAR missions after the 2015 earthquake in Nepal and the devastating explosion in Beirut (2020). As an expert in the field of detection dogs he and the project team utilized and developed a training pro...
#63 Power Communication with Michael Ellis
March 31, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBSeason 4 Episode 63 Power of Communication" with Michael Ellis Michael Ellis really does not need much of an introduction. Michael is an internationally renowned dog trainer and teacher with 30 years of experience in the competitive dog sports. He has taught extensively to a very diverse group of trainers, from competitive sport trainers, police departments, and the US military, to search and rescue groups, service dog agencies, and pet dog trainers. Michael’s clear, concise, and patie...
#63 Power Communication with Michael Ellis
March 31, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBSeason 4 Episode 63 Power of Communication" with Michael Ellis Michael Ellis really does not need much of an introduction. Michael is an internationally renowned dog trainer and teacher with 30 years of experience in the competitive dog sports. He has taught extensively to a very diverse group of trainers, from competitive sport trainers, police departments, and the US military, to search and rescue groups, service dog agencies, and pet dog trainers. Michael’s clear, concise, and patie...
#62 The Process of Training and Detection Dog with Tobias Gustavsson PART 2
March 16, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBSeason 4 Episode 62 "The Process of Training a Detection Dog with Tobias Gustavsson. PART 2 Tobias is a world renowned detection and tracking dog trainer. Tobias has been working full-time as a dog trainer and instructor for the last 20 years. In 2022 I decided to start up my own company. My main clients are governmental agencies around the world. That includes police k9 units, police and military special operation forces, government dog teams for large carnivore management, search and res...
#61 "The Process of Training Detection" with Tobias Gustavsson PART 1
March 01, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBSeason 4 Episode 61 "The Process of Training a Detection Dog with Tobias Gustavsson. PART 1 Tobias is a world renowned detection and tracking dog trainer. Tobias has been working full-time as a dog trainer and instructor for the last 20 years. In 2022 I decided to start up my own company. My main clients are governmental agencies around the world. That includes police k9 units, police and military special operation forces, government dog teams for large carnivore management, search and res...
Episode 61 "The Process of Training Detection" with Tobias Gustavsson PART 1
March 01, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 135 MBSeason 4 Episode 61 "The Process of Training a Detection Dog with Tobias Gustavsson. PART 1 Tobias is a world renowned detection and tracking dog trainer. Tobias has been working full-time as a dog trainer and instructor for the last 20 years. In 2022 I decided to start up my own company. My main clients are governmental agencies around the world. That includes police k9 units, police and military special operation forces, government dog teams for large carnivore management, search and res...
#60 Digital Dust - Electronic Storage Media Detection Dogs... Future of Detection
February 23, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBEpisode 60 Digital Dust - Electronic Storage Media Detection Dogs. Jeff Meyer Host of HITS K9 Radio interviewed me for his podcast on this topic and this is the interview. As criminal activity evolves with the digital age and technology, Dogs are playing a larger and larger role in helping locate crucial items of evidence. Many people when they think of dogs trained in Electronic Storage Media (thumb drives, SD/Micro SD cards and other items) they tend to think of crimes involving ...
#59 Data and Detection Dogs with Dr. Nathan Hall and Dr. Mallory Dechant
February 09, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBSeason 4 Episode #59 Data and Detection Dogs Dr. Nathan Hall and Dr. Malloy Dechant of the Texas Tech Canine Olfaction Laboratories are in Las Vegas for some Research and Training and a Podcast for all of you guys. In this Episode we discuss various research projects they have done and one we did together and we go over how Data collected and how it helps us be better in the field of working detection dogs, not just the dog end but also on the human side as well. To contact Dr. Nathan...
#59 Data and Detection Dogs with Dr. Nathan Hall and Dr. Mallory Dechant
February 09, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 97 MBSeason 4 Episode #59 Data and Detection Dogs Dr. Nathan Hall and Dr. Malloy Dechant of the Texas Tech Canine Olfaction Laboratories are in Las Vegas for some Research and Training and a Podcast for all of you guys. In this Episode we discuss various research projects they have done and one we did together and we go over how Data collected and how it helps us be better in the field of working detection dogs, not just the dog end but also on the human side as well. To contact Dr. Nathan...
#58 Rocking the Boat with Pete Stevens
January 25, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBIn this Episode I bring back a good friend and recently retired K9 Handler / Trainer Pete Stevens. Pete has an extensive career as a K9 Handler working 4 dogs over 20 years (2 Dual Purpose Dogs and 2 Narcotics Dogs). In this episode we focus on his time as a Narcotics handler and go over all kinds of things from being prepared legally as well as training issues and myths and pushing yourself to be street ready as a detection dog handler. You can find Pete Stevens at www.thescentsablek9.c...
#57: What is the sport of DDT with Georgie Armstrong
January 18, 2022 05:05 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBDDT the newest Detection Dog Sport that is hitting the scene world wide. DDT (Detection Dog Trials) is a sport that brings the Professional handlers and sport enthusiasts together on the same playing field. This sport is open to Police K9 Narcotics, Explosives Arson, Cadaver (SAR), Electronic Detection, Bedbug K9, Conservation K9, of course the sport teams and so much more. Georgie is from the UK and created DDT after being a SAR K9 Handler. Georgie currently owns K9 Brian Training in W...
Season 3 Episode 56 "The State of Detection"
December 26, 2021 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this Episode I discuss the State of Detection, the growth the evolution, the science and much more. Detection dogs have become more common in the professional realm and the sport side has also seen tremendous growth as well. So sit back and lets talk Detection Dogs!!! Episode shout out to Devyne Canine dog transport. If you need a dog shipped around the USA, you need to contact Deirdre Nelson. The service and care she provides when transporting your dog is unmatched. I have shipp...