Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman

Police K9 Radio

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Police K9 Radio is hosted by Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman. Gregg has 22 years of law enforcement experience, 15 of which were as a K9 handler. Gregg is also the owner of D-Tac K9 and is the trainer for 21 law enforcement agencies. Rich has 15 years of K9 handling experience and is a trainer for D-Tac K9. Together they will be interviewing some of the top trainers and experts in the police K9 community and will be sharing their insight and experiences with you.

Author

Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman

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Education

Podcast website

policek9radio.libsyn.com

Latest episode

Jun 16, 2026

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Episodes

#047 Michael Nezbeth - Grassroots K9 28.04.2021

The guys talk to Mike about training fundamentals including working releases, focus, canine selection and more! You can find Mike on FB, Instagram, and Youtube. Just type in "GRASSROOTS K9."  Mention code "PK9R" at BULLETPROOFPETPRODUCTS.COM and get 10% off your next tug order . Save yourself from getting bit! These tugs are high quality and built to last. They can be personalized with your dogs n...

#046 Larry Krohn 15.04.2021

The guys talk to Larry Krohn about training and the necessary steps before using an e-collar in bite work. This is a must listen for anyone using the e-collar on the street or anyone that is considering using the e-collar.  Larry Krohn - pakmasters.com Inukshuk Dog food can be purchased at chewy.com

#045 Incident Debrief - "Lessons Learned" (Sgt. Scofield / Deputy Semenuk) 24.03.2021

The guys talk with Sgt Jon Scofield and Deputy Stan Semenuk about a recent deployment involving a track through the wilderness. In this candid conversation, Jon and Stan discuss things they did right, things they would have done differently and the changes the made after the deployment.  INUKSHUK high performance dog food can be purchased at chewy.com Upcoming Legal Update in Folsom CA  with Mike...

#044 Interview with Eric Stanbro 10.02.2021

The guys talk with Eric Stanbro, owner of Vaness K9, HRD and Co-Host of Working dog Radio. Eric talks about some of the common issues that he sees within the industry when teaching at the HRD seminars. The guys talk about how to avoid these issues through proper selection. They also give tips with handler aggression and tacking.  We have had great success feeding INUKSHUK! Designed specifically fo...

#043 Neil Fougere - Warrior Dog Foundation 19.01.2021

The guys talk to Neil about the Warrior Dog Foundation. The discussion includes the best ways to deal with handler aggression and how they build a relationship with a new dog.  If you would like to contact or donate to the cause you can do so by visiting  warriordogfoundation.org EMAIL: info@warriordogfoundation.org    

#042 Jay Crafter with Invictus K9 23.12.2020

The guys talk with Jay Crafter of Invictus K-9 about tracking poachers in Africa, elephants and a bunch of other cools stuff. Don't miss out on the bonus interview about handler selection! It may give you a few ideas for your agency when selecting new handlers! Contacts: InvictusK9.com info@Invictusk9.com FB/Instagram  - INVICTUSK9  

#041 Performance Nutrition with Inukshuk (Emily Corey and Brian Conoley) 03.12.2020

The guys talk performance food for working dogs with the people from Inukshuk Dog Food.  If you are looking for information on a performance food to help your police dog perform at their optimum level, or have multiple dogs this is a must listen.  Contact Info for Inukshuk: (800) 561-0072 Email: inukshukpro@corey.ca Food is also available at Chewy.com   

#040 Jake Simmons with FB "LEO Canine Discussion" 12.11.2020

The guys sit down with Jake and discuss one of the best information sources for handlers, the Face Book "LEO Canine Discussion" page.  There are over 6000 people sharing information (5000 handlers) that covers training, equipment, deployments, videos, and anything that has to do with being a Police K9 Handler.  Check it out!!!!   

#039 SciK9 (Michele and Jenna) 28.10.2020

SciK9.com Listen and find out what you have been doing wrong in regards to storing your detection training aids. We discuss science, and concepts that will help you train your detection dog in a more efficient manner . We will also discuss the benefits of using TADDs. IF you don't know what a TADD is then you need to listen to this episode!  

#038 Ryan Frank - Critical Incident 07.10.2020

Ryan discusses an on duty shooting in which he and his wife were shot. Ryan talks about his training and mindset that helped keep him and his wife alive. 

#037 Cameron Ford - "Whats new in Detection" 30.09.2020

Great Interview with Cameron! Topics discussed are: Possible changes in certifications nationwide K9 Calibration False Alert VS. Non Productive Alert Gloves VS. No Gloves when hiding aids and distractions and much more!!!!!!!!!

#036 Justin Rigney - K9 Services Unlimited 16.09.2020

Great interview with Justin Rigney! The guys talk dogs with Justin. Justin discusses his training methods and NePoPo. The guys also discuss a video posted a few years ago when Justin trained a bite reward during detection.  Check our "Police K9 Radio Face Book page      

#035 Legal Update with Mike Kmiecik (Part 2) 04.09.2020

Gregg and Rich talk with Mike about recent cases which impact qualified immunity and cases which every detection dog handler and trainer should know.  Check us out on our Face Book Page: "Police K9 Radio"    

#034 Supervisor's Edition with Sgt. Jon Scofield 11.02.2020

The guys discuss K-9 Supervision with Sgt. Jon Scofield including handler selection, program management, and the big "C" (Communication). 

#033 "So you want to be a K-9 Handler..." 13.01.2020

Gregg and Tim discuss how to successfully test for a K-9 Handler position.  email:   Trainers@Dtack9.com Instagram: Dtack9                     TKOworkingdogs  

#032 Engagement Part 2 with Steve Sprouse 03.10.2019

The guys talk about social media, naked guys running around, and engagement with Steve Sprouse owner of "Arminleggan".   Steves contact email - Extreemek9@aol.com

#031 K-9 Officer Survival - Part 2 with Kyle Shoberg 04.09.2019

Kyleshoberg@gmail.com Trainers@Dtack9.com   The guys talk to Kyle about mental and emotional survival for K-9 handlers and officers. They discuss a critical incident in involving a recent shooting and signs of emotional and mental stress for those that have chosen this profession. 

#030 K-9 Officer Survival - Part 1 13.08.2019

The guys talk about eight things that get you in trouble on the street.  They specifically discuss: Failure to train for real world deployments Failure to communicate Failure to maintain equipment  Changing tactics when handling a dog Failure to plan Chasing the bite Failure to write a good report Recognizing when you need mental and emotional support    

#029 Matt Yoder shares SWAT K-9 training ideas 17.07.2019

Matt shares training ideas for dog that deploy with a tactical team and gives advice to those that are new to K-9.    Matt Yoder Instagram "Bookemdanok9" DTacK9.com Worthlesshandler.com K9tacticalgear.com    

#028 Tracking and Tactics with Vince Bingaman 12.06.2019

The guys talk with Vince about tracking techniques and tactics. Vince worked a dog in a hostile tracking environment, Phoenix AZ! Vince discusses the importance of adding the tracking profile to your training and gives great tips to those that want to improve their dogs performance on the street.  Vince can be reached at info@civildogusa.com Check out K9tacticalgear.com Use the promo code "PK9R" f...

#027 Legal Update with Mike Kmiecik (PK9R Law Dog) 31.05.2019

The guys discuss the five court mandates that ALL K-9 Handlers need to know!! This episode also introduces the Police K-9 Radio Legal Correspondent (Legal Beagle / Law Dog).    Links: K9fleck.org Worthlesshandler.com  k9tacticalequipment.com  promo code PK9R for 10% off next order    

#026 Interview with Brad Gillespie from Canada 08.05.2019

The guys talk to Brad about selection, transitioning skills on the street and in training, the use of markers in explosive detection, and search tactics.  Gregg gives tips on narcotics vehicle sniffs, the importance on imprinting on scientifically tested narcotics, and tips on public demos with police dogs.  Tim gets a goose.    Dtack9 - Instagram and Facebook TKOworkingdogs - Instagram

Mailbag! K9 Integration, Releases, Building Search Tactics, Selection 17.04.2019

The guys discuss how to integrate a new police K-9 into your home and they give handlers tips on what to do during that important first few weeks with a new dog.  They also discuss teaching the release progression, important building search tips and some selection tips.  Trainers@dtack9.com  

#024 Interview with Franco Angelini 04.04.2019

The guys interview Internationally known Franco Angelini about police k9 decoy work.  Franco can be found at K9BITEDR.COM Looking for excellent equipment made in the USA by a family owned company? Then check out K9TACTICALGEAR.COM  Use promo code PK9R for a discount for first time customers. 

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