The Next Level Podcast

In this conversation we delve into the establishment and evolution of Alexuandre K9, a facility dedicated to breeding and training high-performing working dogs. Andre and Alex Johnson discuss their training philosophy, the importance of understanding canine instincts, and the integration of dogs into family life. They highlight the significance of data collection in dog development and the challenges faced in dog training. The conv...

Federal Police K9 Handler Chris Bingham shares his profound bond with his retired K9, Tambo, detailing the challenges faced by retired police dogs, the importance of recognizing health issues, and the impact of organizations like Project K9 Hero. Chris emphasizes the emotional journey of handlers, the significance of proactive care, and the lessons learned throughout his experience in law enforcement and dog handling. The discussio...

In this conversation, the we discuss the critical role of mentorship in the K9 training field, emphasizing the importance of having good mentors like Paul Curtis and Bob Suarez. They explore the intensity and responsibility that come with K9 training, the qualities that make a good K9 handler, and the significance of integrity in law enforcement. They also share memorable experiences from their careers, provide advice for new handl...

In this conversation, Matt Kelly discusses the challenges and complexities of the mold inspection industry, emphasizing the lack of clear standards and training. He shares his personal journey into mold awareness, driven by his family's health struggles due to mold exposure. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding mycotoxins, the role of canine detection in identifying hidden mold, and the health impacts of mold e...

In this episode, Jason Johnson shares his extensive background in law enforcement and military service, detailing his journey from a military police officer to a K-9 handler and trainer. He discusses the founding of Project K-9 Hero, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting retired police and military dogs, and emphasizes the importance of K-9s in security and law enforcement. The conversation also covers the World Police a...

Today we sat down with Dr. Lauryn Degreeff (Florida International University) and Dr. Nathan Hall (Texas Tech University). They have both done so much for the K9 industry via K9 olfaction research and case studies. We discuss Dr. Degreeff’s book, “Canines the Original Biosensors”, odor mixtures, the Joint Symposium for Working K9s conference, and much more! Interested in attending the Joint Symposium for Working K9s conference? Cli...

Episode #6 Fight the good fight with Ted Daus!

Ted is a co-owner of Hits K9 Training and Consulting and a lawyer who has fought on behalf of the K9 industry for decades. Most notably he was involved in two groundbreaking Supreme Court Cases - Florida V Harris and Florida V Jardines. Both of those cases changed the landscape of police k9 training and deployments.

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If Thor had a baby and she was a decoy…

After spending 8 years in the military honing her skills as a handler, trainer and decoy, Sarah Carver is now the owner of CJC Canine. A company that teaches prospective decoys not only the fundamentals but how to decoy at the highest levels. Sarah may be the tallest female decoy we have ever met but her desire to make this industry better is by far her greatest attribute.

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Today we sit down with Police Officer, NAPWDA Mater Trainer, and Owner of the Hold The Line K9 Conference Joe Lutkowski.

Joe has done amazing things for the Police K9 Industry by providing world class training and making Instructors from all over the world available under one roof. Speaking from experience Joe is the real deal, a genuine nice guy who loves this industry.

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Must Have K9 Products that are Made in the USA!

We sit down with four amazing US companies providing quality equipment to he K9 industry. From the inception of the companies and why they started them to what they are doing to stay relevant in an every changing industry, we hope you enjoy this deep dive into the world of K9 equipment.

Special thanks to all of our guest- Matt Wilson - Ray Allen Manufacturing- https://www.rayallen.com...

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Today we sat down with one of the best decoys in the world Carlos Ramirez. Carlos has really elevated the K9 industry by providing seminars, workshops, and instruction at many K9 conferences. Carlos shares his path to becoming a K9 trainer and decoy and its probably not what you think. Besides his physical abilities, his unique and effective way of communicating is one of the things that set him apart from the rest. It wa...

The Best K9 Advice Ever from 11 industry leaders all in one Podcast! Whether you are a new handler, a senior handler, a K9 trainer or a decoy this episode is jam packed with advice that took decades to obtain.

Special thanks to all of our guest- Carlos Ramirez – CRK0 Eric Stanbro -Working Dog Radio Ted Summers – Working Dog Radio / HRD Police K9 Howard Young – White Beard K9 LLC Jim O’Brien – NC K9 LLC Matt Lunsford – Preble County...