Working Dog Radio

Jan 30 2025 237 ep. 84 mins 538
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Working Dog Radio discussing all things K9, gear, tactics, training, selecting, and breeding from handlers, trainers, and breeders. K9 professionals from all over the world in law enforcement, military, search & rescue and special operations and SWAT.

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Episode 232: Dogs in the Big House: Correction K9’s with Larry McArdle

Jan 30 2025 100 mins  
In this episode of Working Dog Radio we introduce Larry McCardle from the New York Department of Corrections, and delve into the challenges and experiences of K9 training in high volume prisons. They explore the impact of mental health on the corrections system, share stories about their canine partners, and discuss the evolution of training methods and the importance of handler-do

Episode 231: Stock Dogs with Josh Yarber

Jan 15 2025 109 mins  
In this episode, Ted Summers and Eric Stanbro discuss the intricacies of stock dog training with guest Josh Yarber! They explore the evolution of working dogs, the importance of training techniques, and the relationship between livestock behavior and dog training. A Working dog is a Working dog!! The conversation highlights the significance of stress-free environments for livestock

Episode 230: E- Flo with Chris Altherr

Jan 02 2025 98 mins  
Eric Stanbro and Ted Summers discuss their experiences in dog training, particularly focusing on handler schools and the transition of trainers into law enforcement roles. They introduce Chris Altherr, a seasoned dog trainer, who shares his journey into the world of dog training, including his initial experiences with e-collars and the evolution of training techniques. The conversa

Episode 229: Relentless K9 with CJ Byers

Dec 18 2024 111 mins  
Ted Summers and Eric Stanbro sit down with guest CJ Byers of Relentless and discuss their experiences in the working dog community, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of dog training, handler schools, and the importance of mentorship. They share personal anecdotes about their journeys, the evolution of training techniques, and the significance of community connections in the c

Episode 228: Smells Like Money, Growing Up in K9 with Adam Franklin

Dec 05 2024 101 mins  
The guys sit down with K9 born and raised Adam Franklin, who shares insights from his upbringing in the dog training world and the significance of using food as a motivator in training. The conversation also touches on practical kennel hacks and the challenges of working with live animals. Adam, Ted and Eric discuss the evolution of dog training techniques, emphasizing the importan

Episode 227: Biting Triple Crown with Eric and Ted

Nov 21 2024 91 mins  
Join us on our member platform through our youtube channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8D9WOH6ny8eoiTCxFNpBtQ/join In this episode, Ted and Eric discuss all things grip, targeting and muzzle work. They share personal updates, insights from handler schools, and delve into the genetic and training components that contribute to a dog's grip. They emphasiz

Episode 226: The Hero Academy with Danique Masingill

Nov 07 2024 85 mins  
In this episode, Eric and Ted discuss various topics related to K-9 programs, service dogs, and the Hero Academy with guest Danique Masingill. Danique shares her background in military police and her journey into the world of service and crisis response dogs. The conversation highlights the importance of dogs in mental health crises, particularly for first responders, and addresses

Episode 225: Spec Ops K9 TRUE Origins with Shannon Krieger

Oct 23 2024 113 mins  
In this episode, Ted Summers and Eric discuss the evolution of canine programs in military operations with special guest Shannon Krieger. Shannon was a “Plank Holder” of the Special Operations Canine Program and has watched the explosion over the last 20 years of Tactical Canines. Shannon shares his journey from a high school volunteer to a key figure in developing the Program.

Episode 224: Tracking and Building Search Hacks with Eric and Ted

Oct 09 2024 72 mins  
"This is a hunting exercise, not a biting exercise!!" In this episode, Ted and Eric discuss various aspects of dog training, focusing on building searches, proximity alerts, and tracking methodologies. They share insights from their experiences in handler schools, emphasizing the importance of teaching dogs to hunt rather than bite. The conversation also covers techniques for manag

Episode 223: War Doggs & Whiskey with Rick Hogg and Drew Kellerman

Sep 26 2024
“Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough” Mark Twain. The guys sit down with WarHogg Tactical and Duco’s Handler Rick Hogg, We catch up since last he’s been on with a few new awesome projects like Scott’s Wish the “Duco Project”that he’s been involved in. Drew Kellerman helps us highlight the Heritage Distilling Company and their fund