The American Canine

What is the life of a top level show dog like? What goes on behind the curtain and out of the ring? Our guest is author and journalist, Tommy Tomlinson. He tries to answer those questions and more in his new book, Dogland: passion, glory, and lots of slobber at the Westminster Dog show. www.tommytomlinson.com Be sure to check out our blog at www.theamericancanine.com

It’s time for another episode of The American Canine podcast. This time it is a subject very near to me, in fact, right now, it is right under my feet as I sit at my desk and type this.  I am a puppy raiser for an incredible group called Working Dogs Oregon. I have a 9-month old German Shepherd named Brooke who I have been raising. For more info about them check out their FB page https://www.faceb...

Learn more about ARSA, American Search and Rescue Dog Sport Association, as we talk to Melissa Stagnaro, the national training director. For more info you can check out their links at https://www.searchandrescuesport.org/ https://www.facebook.com/people/American-Rettungshunde-Sport-Association/100069938206871/ https://www.iro-dogs.org/en   Be sure to visit us at www.theamericancanine.com

Possibly the hardest part of pet ownership is when it comes to an end, when we have to say goodbye to the friend and companion who has become such an integral part of our life. No matter how long we have with them, goodbye always comes too soon. That loss can weigh heavy on us, but there is support for those who need it. On this episode of The American Canine Podcast, we meet Connie Starr, a woman...

In the United States Army, soldiers are assigned a partner – or  “battle buddy” – as a friend and ally to assist one another in and out  of combat. One woman took that idea as an inspiration to make sure soldiers coming home had someone they could count on and launched Northwest Battle Buddies, an organization training service dogs for veterans. IF you want to learn more about Northwest...

It is a very special dog that can handle this high stress work and most of the time the ones that succeed have been purposefully bred to become the best dogs they can be, but sometimes out of shelters or rescues, comes a diamond in the "ruff." In this episode, I have a conversation with Sergeant Clay Core of the Oregon State Patrol K9 unit about a couple recruits that fit that description. We also...

The Iditarod is a test of courage, strength, and stamina for man and dog alike. Few can succeed in this grueling race, fewer still can repeat their championship performance. And so far, only two have ever repeated that feat five times,. One of those is Dallas Seavey. Following his record-tying fifth win in what is called The Last Great Race, Dallas spoke with us for The American Canine Podcast to...

A K9 can be a force multiplier for a police department, adding numerous facets to law enforcement options when they’re patrolling the streets. But a big problem is the cost associated with a k9 program, not just the cost of the dog, which is substantial, but the ongoing training and veterinary costs. In this episode, I speak with Nancy Haverkamp and Heather Lane from the Matt Haverkamp Foundation....

In this episode of the American Canine Podcast, I speak with Josh Gerstman and Heather Cutter, a husband and wife team who have spent the past 20-plus years- essentially the duration of their marriage- as handlers for King County Search Dogs. For some great pictures of their pups, be sure to check out the blog. If you want to check out some of their training or learn how you can help out this non-...

Let it snow! Meet one of the members of an incredible group that is ready to head to the back country at a moment's notice to help people in danger. Find out more about Crystal Mountain Avalanche Dogs and their non-profit Cascade Mountain Rescue Dogs at the following link: cmrescuedogs.org @cm_avydogs Remember, if you like what you hear, rate and review wherever you get your podcasts. That is supe...

Find out how World Champion Deb Zappia went "from a little doberman through eight world championships." A great conversation about training, dedication, perseverance, and the future of the sport she loves, including the development of American Schutzhund. For more info on that organization, here is the link: www.psak9-as.org Also, there is an update on a new project by former guest, Lena Toritch....

In this episode of The American Canine Podcast, we hear from Susan Armstrong, VP of Client Training and Veterinary Operations at Guide Dogs for the Blind.  (www.guidedogs.com) Find out more about how COVID changed their operations, how to social distance with 2000 clients and  900 puppy raising families, and a special event coming up which will let you help this incredible organization k...

Dogs can sniff out almost anything. They can find bombs, detect drugs, some are even helping alert us to people with coronavirus. In this episode of The American Canine Podcast, we meet a very special dog who beat the odds to go from abandoned shelter dog to possibly helping save a species from extinction. For more information on the work done by Dr. Giles in the whale program, as well as conserva...

Meet the incredible artist behind some amazing memorials to working k9s including, 9/11 SAR Dog Bretagne, Police K9 Jethro, and several MWD memorials. Now she has another big project being unveiled in time for Veterans Day and a couple in the works she could use your help making a reality. For more info on what you hear in the podcast here are a few links: https://www.navysealmuseum.org/press-room...

One of the easiest ways of getting and keeping your dog in shape is to make fitness fun. We hear from Bobbie Lyons, one of the leaders in the K9 fitness world, about how to get your dog moving down the path to better health. If you want more information about her online programs or the Karen Pryor Academy, we have links available for you. https://www.bobbielyonscaninecampus.com/ https://www.pawsit...

October 14 is Pet Obesity Awareness Day and we're talking with canine fitness expert, Dr. Erica Boling about what we can do to make sure our best friends stay fit. Links mentioned during the podcast: Canine Fitness Quiz https://k9fitnessquiz.com/0 Website https://www.northeastk9conditioning.com/ Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NortheastK9Conditioning/ Get Fit & Active with Your Dog (Fac...

"Blessed is the person who has known the love of an old dog." In this episode we meet a woman has who decided to give up her retirement years to help senior dogs find homes. That became a mission which has helped more than 3000 dogs...and counting! It is an amazing story and an incredible rescue organization. To learn how you can help check out their website www.olddoghaven.org If you enjoy The Am...

In this episode of the American Canine podcast, we revisit some stories about the hero dogs of 9/11 as the nation marks the 19th anniversary of the terror attacks. I speak with Deborah Cook, a member of the Guide Dogs for the Blind advisory board who, for more than thirty years, has had a canine partner at her side. She explains more about the organization and why this is a special year. You can g...

In this episode, we talk about keeping your dog safe from the heat as we wrap up the summer, a tragic rundown of police K9s who sacrificed their lives in recent weeks, of course we celebrate National Dog Day by asking what would your dog want to do? Contact us at Canineamerica@gmail,com Follow us @theamericancanine Read the blog at www.theamericancanine.com More info on National Dog Day here

To celebrate a decade since the start of The American Canine blog, we are launching a podcast. TheAmericanCanine.com discusses all those things we do with our dogs. From training to current events, celebrity pooches, and working dog heroes, The American Canine covers the topics and issues that matter to dog owners. This episode introduces you to the guy behind the blog and a couple of the dogs tha...