More Than Just a K-9 Podcast: Real Stories from the Working Dog & K-9 World

In this episode of More Than Just a K-9, Dustin sits down with Paul Bunker, a world-class detection dog trainer with decades of experience in the British Army, explosive detection, landmine detection, off-leash search programs, and cutting-edge canine research. Paul breaks down why dogs are still unmatched by technology, how science is changing the future of detection work, and why the bond betwee...

In this episode of More Than Just a Canine, I sit down with Jason Terrell of Diamond J Stock Dogs in Granbury, Texas. Jason shares his journey from growing up in Louisiana, to shoeing horses professionally for over 24 years, to becoming one of the most respected cowdog trainers in the country. We dive into the cowboy lifestyle, the discipline of farrier work, the importance of punctuality and hone...

In this episode, Dustin sits down with Coty Rizan , founder of Inner Circle K9, to talk about the realities of the detection dog industry. From narcotics to emerald detection, Coty shares insights on training standards, accountability in K-9 programs, and why certifications alone won’t protect handlers in court. They also discuss mentorship, leadership, trusting the dog, and what the future of det...

Sergeant Alfred Brenner, retired U.S. Marine Corps K-9 handler and Purple Heart recipient, joins the show to share the unfiltered reality of war through the eyes of a handler and his dog. From boot camp to Afghanistan, Alfred recounts building an unbreakable bond with his canine partner, Grief — a bond forged in trust, danger, and daily life-or-death decisions. He opens up about the pressure of le...

Send a text In this powerful episode of More Than Just a Canine , host Dustin Stiles sits down with Chief LJ Roscoe, a 36-year law enforcement veteran whose career spans leadership, innovation, and elite K-9 operations. Chief Roscoe shares the deeply personal experiences that shaped her path, the challenges and triumphs of building mission-ready K-9 units, and the extraordinary bond between handle...

Send a text In this inaugural episode, Dustin shares a gripping story from his time in the Marines, where a dog's sharp nose and training saved lives on the battlefield. He reflects on the journey that led him from a young Marine to part of a groundbreaking IED detection program, training in Alabama, California, and ultimately serving in Iraq. Discover the behind-the-scenes training, the sacrifice...

Send a text Discover the incredible world of working dogs with *Discover More Than Just a K-9: Real Stories from the Working Dog & K-9 World*. Join us as we explore different breeds, share gripping stories from K-9 handlers, and hear personal tales from my own experience in a new program with the U.S. Marine Corps. Uncover the loyalty, skill, and heroism behind these amazing animals. Contact M...