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Eric and Ted say this is ABSOLUTELY one of this year’s best episodes!

In this conversation, Eric and Ted are joined by Ryan Smith, a fire chief, fire marshal, and police chief from Texas. They discuss Ryan’s work with his accelerant detection dog, Ember, and the challenges and training involved in this specialized field. They also touch on the use of drones and the importance of supporting their podcast on YouTube. The conversation covers topics such as the need for accelerant dogs, the training process, and the different odors they are trained to detect. Ryan Smith discusses the work of accelerant detection dogs and the challenges they face in their training and investigations. He explains the importance of proper certification and documentation in court cases. Ted Summers shares his experiences with narcotics detection dogs and the misconceptions surrounding their alerts. Both guests emphasize the need for handlers to understand their dogs and their behavior in order to effectively utilize them in investigations. In this conversation, Ryan Smith, an accelerant detection canine handler, discusses his work in investigating arson cases. He explains how his canine partner, Ember, is trained to detect various accelerants used in arson fires. Ryan shares insights into the process of investigating fires, including the importance of physical fitness for firefighters and the challenges of identifying the cause of a fire. He also shares a notable case where Ember helped uncover evidence of arson!!

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Eric and Ted are joined by Krista Smith, the founder of Harlow’s Heroes, a nonprofit organization that supports retired and current canines. Krista shares her personal story of domestic violence and how her dog, Barrett, provided comfort and inspiration. She explains how Barrett’s legacy led her to start Harlow’s Heroes and discusses the organization’s mission and goals. Harlow’s Heroes is a 501(c)(3) organization that supports retired K9 units by providing them with medical care, nutritional support, and other resources. They also bridge the gap between K9 handlers and the community by educating the public about the dogs’ capabilities and clearing up misconceptions. Harlow’s Heroes offers free photo shoots for current K9 teams to capture their working moments and create lasting memories. They also raise funds for protective and training equipment for active K9 units. The organization advocates for legislation that recognizes the value of K9 units and provides restitution for injured or killed dogs. In this conversation, Krista from Harlow’s Heroes discusses her organization’s mission to support K9 units and their handlers. She shares how she started the organization, the impact it has had on the community, and the challenges she faces in fundraising. Krista also talks about the importance of building relationships and partnerships with K9 handlers and their families. The conversation concludes with a discussion about upcoming fundraisers and ways for people to get involved.

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Eric and Ted are joined by Krista Smith, the founder of Harlow’s Heroes, a nonprofit organization that supports retired and current canines. Krista shares her personal story of domestic violence and how her dog, Barrett, provided comfort and inspiration. She explains how Barrett’s legacy led her to start Harlow’s Heroes and discusses the organization’s mission and goals. Harlow’s Heroes is a 501(c)(3) organization that supports retired K9 units by providing them with medical care, nutritional support, and other resources. They also bridge the gap between K9 handlers and the community by educating the public about the dogs’ capabilities and clearing up misconceptions. Harlow’s Heroes offers free photo shoots for current K9 teams to capture their working moments and create lasting memories. They also raise funds for protective and training equipment for active K9 units. The organization advocates for legislation that recognizes the value of K9 units and provides restitution for injured or killed dogs. In this conversation, Krista from Harlow’s Heroes discusses her organization’s mission to support K9 units and their handlers. She shares how she started the organization, the impact it has had on the community, and the challenges she faces in fundraising. Krista also talks about the importance of building relationships and partnerships with K9 handlers and their families. The conversation concludes with a discussion about upcoming fundraisers and ways for people to get involved.

Watch us on YOUTUBE: 

Follow Krista and her mission HERE:

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Your Working Dog Radio hosts, Eric @vanessk9 & Ted @ted_summers, sit down with K9 Handler Jesse Owens.
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This is our fourth episode from the Hold the Line K9 Conference Series. In this episode, the gents discuss Owens’ 9 years of experience as a female in law enforcement and her 5 years of experience handling K9 Wilson. ⁣They talk about the challenges and advantages of being a woman in a male-dominated field, the importance of networking and seeking help, and the physical demands of the job. They also touch on the topic of dogs’ behavior towards female handlers and the need for female handlers to work harder to prove themselves. Overall, the conversation highlights the determination and resilience required to succeed as a female K9 handler.⁣ Being a female K9 handler in a male-dominated field comes with its challenges, but it also offers unique advantages.⁣ Sit down and enjoy this unique perspective with Jesse Owens.

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Your Working Dog Radio hosts, Eric @vanessk9 & Ted @ted_summers, sit down with a first time guest on the podcast; owner of Integrity Nose Worx, Bill Gaskins!⁣
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This is our third episode from the Hold the Line K9 Conference Series. In this episode, the gents discuss detection work, and the importance of situational awareness. We sit down with Bill Gaskins who spent 21 years in the Air Force, course Director of 5 different College Credit awarding canine training programs where he developed and delivered courseware and evaluated dog teams on three levels; dog, handler, and overall team. Bill is also a  sport Scent Work Judge for all levels of AKC Scent Work and an NACSW Judge, judging trials all over the Northeast.⁣
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We touch on Bill’s class, O-O-D-A Loop, or Observe-Orient-Decide-Act. This js a situational awareness tool used by the Military, Police, and Business to teach how to quickly process information and then act on the best information you have. the challenges faced by handlers in different scenarios, such as explosives detection and narcotics detection. We talk about the differences between training working dogs and pet dogs, as well as the growing interest in pet detection training. We also discuss the role of corrections in training and the unique characteristics of civilian handlers.⁣
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