K9 Detection Collaborative

Apr 29 2024 65
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Candid conversations about the reality of training, deploying, or competing with a canine partner. Each episode is a cross pollination from the professional and sport canine camps, exploring how we all want the same thing: A great relationship with our dog.With humor, and a big dose of theory, we talk practical training advice and includes interviews with top trainers and scientists. We keep it fun, honest, and rated PG 13ish.

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How Do You Define Success?!!?

Apr 29 2024 48 mins  
What to listen for:“Success is the joy that we have with our dogs and the relationships that we're building.”Ever wondered how small victories can pave the way to grand achievements with your canine companion? Our hosts Robin Greubel, Crystal Wing, and Stacy Barnett, come together for an insightful discussion on the nature of success in canine detection training. They give

Being Coached Hard to Advance Your Training

Apr 15 2024 53 mins  
What to listen for:“My job as a coach is not to identify your destination, but your goal, and to help you identify and remove roadblocks to your goal.”Today, our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing unearth valuable lessons from coaching humans that handlers can apply when training canine companions.They talk about what it means to create an environment conduciv

All things Area Search/Live Find SAR

Apr 01 2024 53 mins  
What to listen for:“We're dealing with a dog who has its own set of motivators. And so we just need to always be conscious of the fact that we can reinforce at any point along the chain.”Unleash the power of your canine's nose and transform your four-legged friend into a search-and-rescue superhero with insights from our hosts, Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crysta

How Do You Define Struggle?

Mar 18 2024 50 mins  
What to listen for:How do you define “struggle” in dog training? Today, our hosts, the Dames of Detection, Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing are breaking down just that, sharing potent personal stories that will shift your perspective on canine learning curves. Together, they probe the gap between expectation and reality, dissecting how 'struggle' can emb

Bomb Dog Research, Odor Purity, and Research Update with Dr. Lauryn DeGreeff, Dr. Michele Maughan and Jenna Gadberry

Mar 04 2024 72 mins  
What to listen for:Our hosts Robin Greubel and Stacy Barnett dive headfirst into the high-stakes world of canine explosive detection with an esteemed panel of experts, Dr. Lauryn DeGreeff, Dr. Michele Maughan, and Jenna Gadberry. As they dissect the complexities of non-detonable canine training aids, you'll get a rare behind-the-scenes look at the intricate dance of odor chemi

Martha Hoffman Reflections - 5000 Hour Eyes and Kindness

Feb 20 2024 48 mins  
What to listen for:Our hosts reflect on the two-episode series (#102, #103) with Martha Hoffman. From the observant gaze that discerns the subtlest of animal signals to the challenges shorter dogs face in detection work, they uncover the profound connection between keen observation and effective communication with our canine companions.This episode is not just about dogs; it's

MythBusting: Obedience to Odor, +R Placement, and Using the Word Always/Never

Feb 12 2024 66 mins  
What to listen for:“The odor that they get reinforced for may not be the odor that you think you’re reinforcing. So, odor obedience is starting by building (in my mind) a reinforcement system.”Unlock the secrets behind the incredible resolve of detection dogs to seek out the right scent in any situation. From bounding into untamed thicket to swimming across lakes, our canine

Martha Hoffman: Bali Dogs and 5000 Hours of Observation Pt. 2

Jan 30 2024 45 mins  
What to listen for:Join in as K9 Detection Collaborative hosts Robin Greubel and Crystal Wing continue their conversation with Martha Hoffman, delving into the nuanced world of dog training around the world! They discuss the unique insights gained from working with various dog breeds in bite sports. Listen in as they tackle the intricate topic of canine behavior and communication.

Martha Hoffman: Bali Dogs and 5000 Hours of Observation Pt. 1

Jan 22 2024 50 mins  
What to listen for:The Dames of Detection, are joined by Martha Hoffman, who is acclaimed for her work with the San Francisco SPCA in training rescue dogs as service animals. Martha unravels the mysteries behind canine temperaments suitable for service work, focusing on the essential trait of positive sound reactivity.As Robin, Crystal, and Martha circle back to the art of training

Tinkering and Creativity in Training

Jan 16 2024 59 mins  
What to listen for:“I look at the dog and if something goes wrong I say, ‘Thank you for the information.’ As dog trainers, we modify behavior and in order to modify behavior we have to be able to take good data.”Our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing explore the intricate dance of dog training, where the art of tinkering plays a pivotal role in shaping the