The guys catch up with "the Mikes" at the Hold the Line Conference. They discuss industry trends and the use of markers in police dog training today. Need Equipment? RAYALLEN.com has got you covered! Need a high performance food? INUKSHUKPRO.co

#084 Jim O'Brien (NC K9)

Apr 17th, 2024 32m 59s

The guys sit down with Jim at the Hold the Line K9 Conference. You can contact Jim at NCK9.US Jim is owner of NC K9 in North Carolina. Need a great food for your working dog? INUKSHUK is a great food for hard working dogs. Feed them the best...

#083 Hold the Line K9 Conference with Joe Lutkowski

Apr 11th, 2024 17m 22s

Day 1 at Hold the Line K9 Conference with Joe Lutkowski HTLK9.com Need a great food for working dogs. The guys feed INUKSHUK. The food made specifically for the working dog. INUKSHUKPRO.COM Need equipment? Go to the number one working dog equi

#082 LAPD K9 Deployment - Lessons Learned

Mar 27th, 2024 35m

YOUTUBE Link : https://youtu.be/bGvjMRSzNsU Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman debrief a recent LAPD K9 deployment. The guys break it down and discuss legal and tactical concerns. INUKSHUKPRO.com - A dog food designed for your working dog RAYALLEN.c

#081 Myths and Legends

Mar 21st, 2024 1h 2m

Lots of topics to argue about! Are they myths? The guys discuss the top myths in canine training and deployments, and determine if they are valid. RAYALLEN.com for all your equipment needs. They have excellent top quality equipment and one of t

#080 The power of the "Tone" with Eric Stanbro

Feb 5th, 2024 1h 25m

Videos can be seen on YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/EsLkskjMcZg Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman interview Eric Stanbro (Owner of Vaness K9 and Ridgeside K9 Ohio, and Co-Host of Working Dog Radio). Eric shares years of experience and discusses the imp

#079 You got a new dog! Now what?

Jan 7th, 2024 47m 29s

This podcast is a must for those handlers getting a new dog. Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman share what they recommend to thier handlers when getting a new police dog. Need a great food? We feed and recommend INUKSHUK! INUKSHUKPRO.com

#078 Dog Attack - (Videos on YouTube)

Oct 6th, 2023 38m 22s

To see associated videos with podcast go to YOUTUBE LINK - https://youtu.be/65RkzgCEVU4 Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman discuss things handlers can do to avoid a dog fight and what to do if one occurs. Plus a decision making scenario to run at yo

# 077 "The Big Three" - Working Dog Health with Brady Smith

Aug 22nd, 2023 1h 9m

Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman talk to Brady Smith of "Dust Off K9" about the three biggest medical concerns of working dogs and what handlers need to know to make sure their dogs make it home safe and healthy. Need great dog food for the workin

Police Dogs and Toys (Common Pitfalls)

Jul 13th, 2023 1h 10m

To watch training videos click on link below! Youtube LInk. https://youtu.be/wxAcKTc6870 Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman discuss the proper use of markers, and toys in the training progression for police dogs. This podcast discusses how to integr

#075 Training For Stress

Jun 19th, 2023 1h 8m

The job of K-9 Handler is the toughest job in law enforcement. Handlers are required to make good decisions under extremely stressful conditions. Shaun O'Ogorman (Strong Life Project) discusses how to train your mind and prepare yourself for th

#074 K9s and Fentanyl - What you need to know

May 29th, 2023 1h 12m

Watch on YOUTUBE at https://youtu.be/O6jmjOfr9Fk Dr. Lauryn DeGreeff and Dr. Michele Maughan discuss the science behind canines detecting Fentanyl, training aids, training aid devices and detection pitfalls. The HITS K9 conference is coming Au

#073 K9 Deployments....crime or color?

May 21st, 2023 44m 4s

Watch on YOUTUBE at https://youtu.be/trfdQsFHeUA Bob Eden discusses nationwide statistics and the reasons behind the numbers. Bob is owner of KATS (K9 Activity Tracking System) and shares statistics from 2017 to present as they relate to race,

#072 POLICE DOGS GUILTY OF TRESPASSING?!

Apr 30th, 2023 51m 58s

Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman interview legal expert Mike Kmiecik from "SHEEP DOG GUARDIAN" in regards to a new Idaho ruling that states police dogs can not touch a car prior to locating odor. HITS K9 CONFERENCE COMING AUGUST 15-18 2023 (HITSK9

#071 K-9 Briefing Training

Mar 27th, 2023 27m 7s

Briefing Training with videos and visual aids go to: https://youtu.be/l3VFBCAqHjA Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman conduct a twenty minute briefing training for patrol officers. This training can be played in briefing or officers can take this inf

#070 All Things Tracking with the "Canucks"

Mar 14th, 2023 1h

*Watch on YOUTUBE and see tracking videos at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5_VUOMvP4k What is Canada known for? Tracking!!!! Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman interview Jamie Chartland and Amy Wilkinson. They discuss rasing puppies and the trac

#069 How we can STOP California's BAN on Police K9s!

Feb 18th, 2023 25m

YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/g8KFNLRQhSA Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman discuss the new bill proposed to ban police dogs for arrest and crowd control. The guys discuss why this is a terrible idea for the public, police, AND suspects and ways t

#068 Equipment and Releases plus an Interview with Tom Brown (Origin K9)

Feb 6th, 2023 1h 11m

VIEW EPISODE AND RELEASE TECHNIQUES ON YOUTUBE AT https://youtu.be/EoBjXf0jvgA What every K9 Handler needs to know! Collar set up and contingent releases PLUS an interview with Tom Brown (Origin K9). Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman discuss the b

#067 Reducing Conflict with Aaron Taylor (Ridgeside K9)

Jan 19th, 2023 1h 23m

YOUTUBE LINK ****Training Videos at the end of the podcast**** https://youtu.be/RI0q6XjE1l0 This is a must for any handler that wants to reduce conflict with their dog. Aaron discusses how to use the e-collar and the tone feature to correct unw

#066 Critical Debrief (K9 stabbed) and Marijuana Grows with Chris Magallon

Jan 4th, 2023 1h 9m

YOUTUBE LINK https://youtu.be/DGJ3odififY Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman speak with Special Agent Chris Magallon about the dangers of raiding marijuana grows in Northern California and the K9 training around these deployments. The guys also disc

#065 Keeping it "Real" with Steve Sprouse and prosthetics

Dec 22nd, 2022 1h 25m

YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/5bjHS8tEW24 Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman speak to Steve Sprouse about the importance and methods of implementing the prosthetics into any police canine training program. They discuss the steps involved in bringi

#064 Getting Bit! Interview with Phil Ryder

Dec 5th, 2022 56m 34s

Watch on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/uI_BxhJHFZw Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman update listeners on a dog that had problems releasing the bite and they interview Phil Ryder (Trainer/Decoy) who discusses the biggest issue he sees with Police K-9

#063 K9 and SWAT Integration PLUS and Interview with Mike Kmiecik (PK9R Legal Beagle)

Nov 24th, 2022 1h 10m

Watch this episode and see the training videos on the YOUTUBE link : https://youtu.be/vgcgcX3-6tI Gregg and Rich discuss the proper way to integrate your police dog with SWAT and cover officers PLUS and interview with Mike Kmiecik about latest

#062 Will we LOSE Police Dogs?

Nov 9th, 2022 55m 55s

YOUTUBE LINK https://youtu.be/jP8LIqnvu5w Gregg and Rich discuss the current trends within the K9 Industry which could effect public perceptions and ultimately determine the future of police dogs. Training Video The Training Tip of the Day In

#061 Are ballistic vests KILLING dogs?

Oct 28th, 2022 1h 27m

Check out this episode on YouTube!! YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/IcPZ1QUuuac Gregg and Rich discuss a new study on heated related illness as it relates to K9s wearing ballistic vests, a new scenario to run at training, the quote of the day a