Best Christy Little Jones Podcasts (2024)

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Being Coached Hard to Advance Your Training 53:53

3d ago53:53

53:53

What to listen for: “My job as a coach is not to identify your destination, but your goal, and to help you identify and remove roadblocks to your goal.” Today, our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing unearth valuable lessons from coaching humans that handlers can apply when training canine companions. They talk about what it means …

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All things Area Search/Live Find SAR 53:56

17d ago53:56

53:56

What to listen for: “We're dealing with a dog who has its own set of motivators. And so we just need to always be conscious of the fact that we can reinforce at any point along the chain.” Unleash the power of your canine's nose and transform your four-legged friend into a search-and-rescue superhero with insights from our hosts, Robin Greubel, Sta…

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How Do You Define Struggle? 50:14

1M ago50:14

50:14

What to listen for: How do you define “struggle” in dog training? Today, our hosts, the Dames of Detection, Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing are breaking down just that, sharing potent personal stories that will shift your perspective on canine learning curves. Together, they probe the gap between expectation and reality, dissecting h…

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Bomb Dog Research, Odor Purity, and Research Update with Dr. Lauryn DeGreeff, Dr. Michele Maughan and Jenna Gadberry 1:12:50

1M ago1:12:50

1:12:50

What to listen for: Our hosts Robin Greubel and Stacy Barnett dive headfirst into the high-stakes world of canine explosive detection with an esteemed panel of experts, Dr. Lauryn DeGreeff, Dr. Michele Maughan, and Jenna Gadberry. As they dissect the complexities of non-detonable canine training aids, you'll get a rare behind-the-scenes look at the…

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Martha Hoffman Reflections - 5000 Hour Eyes and Kindness 48:30

2M ago48:30

48:30

What to listen for: Our hosts reflect on the two-episode series (#102, #103) with Martha Hoffman. From the observant gaze that discerns the subtlest of animal signals to the challenges shorter dogs face in detection work, they uncover the profound connection between keen observation and effective communication with our canine companions. This episo…

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MythBusting: Obedience to Odor, +R Placement, and Using the Word Always/Never 1:06:06

2M ago1:06:06

1:06:06

What to listen for: “The odor that they get reinforced for may not be the odor that you think you’re reinforcing. So, odor obedience is starting by building (in my mind) a reinforcement system.” Unlock the secrets behind the incredible resolve of detection dogs to seek out the right scent in any situation. From bounding into untamed thicket to swim…

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Martha Hoffman: Bali Dogs and 5000 Hours of Observation Pt. 2 45:57

3M ago45:57

45:57

What to listen for: Join in as K9 Detection Collaborative hosts Robin Greubel and Crystal Wing continue their conversation with Martha Hoffman, delving into the nuanced world of dog training around the world! They discuss the unique insights gained from working with various dog breeds in bite sports. Listen in as they tackle the intricate topic of …

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Martha Hoffman: Bali Dogs and 5000 Hours of Observation Pt. 1 50:46

3M ago50:46

50:46

What to listen for: The Dames of Detection, are joined by Martha Hoffman, who is acclaimed for her work with the San Francisco SPCA in training rescue dogs as service animals. Martha unravels the mysteries behind canine temperaments suitable for service work, focusing on the essential trait of positive sound reactivity. As Robin, Crystal, and Marth…

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Tinkering and Creativity in Training 59:14

3M ago59:14

59:14

What to listen for: “I look at the dog and if something goes wrong I say, ‘Thank you for the information.’ As dog trainers, we modify behavior and in order to modify behavior we have to be able to take good data.” Our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing explore the intricate dance of dog training, where the art of tinkering plays a…

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100 Episodes In and Collaboration is Still the Key 56:56

3M ago56:56

56:56

What to listen for: "I appreciate the fact that our little collaborative thing has allowed us to have some of these really, really hard conversations in a public format." Welcome to episode 100 of the K9 Detection Collaborative with the Dames of Detection themselves - Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing! It feels like just yesterday when…

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Reflections on 2023 1:01:29

4M ago1:01:29

1:01:29

What to listen for: "As a trainer, no matter what you're doing with your training or where you are, what level you are, how advanced you are, how new you are, whatever, it should always be about growth because if you're not growing, you're stagnating.” In this episode of K9 Detection Collaborative, we’re treated to the return of all three of the Da…

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Questions From the Crowd - Winter 2023 Pt 2 55:03

4M ago55:03

55:03

What to listen for: “How well does the dog actually understand target odor? Part of the issue is that we think we've taught the dog to alert on a birch container. But in some cases, if you don't train with distractions enough, for instance, the dog is going to alert on what they think is just the non-empty box. So what you think you’re training may…

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Questions from the Crowd - Winter 2023 Pt 1 48:15

4M ago48:15

48:15

What to listen for: “If you have a good reinforcement system, it really doesn't take long. And that reinforcement system is how you pay the dog for doing whatever work you're asking it to do. And you actually have to teach and learn how your dog likes to be reinforced.” Whether it be Robin’s knee surgery or Crystal’s voiceless bout with a nasty col…

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Puppies, Turtles, and Internships with Julia Sirois 1:11:19

4M ago1:11:19

1:11:19

What to listen for: “Conservation dogs have been around for maybe 20, 30 years, starting to grow in popularity. But more conversations need to be happening, and dogs are so amazing, and such valuable tools.” With all the amazing stories you’ve heard about our furry companions in the first 95 episodes of K9 Detection Collaborative, you probably aren…

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Handling Peer Pressure in Training and Method Jumping 56:53

5M ago56:53

56:53

What to listen for: “Be kind and open and giving, even when they don't know anything, that's okay, still give and still branch out. And that's where those connections happen. And it's magic. And I'm so thankful for all these connections.” Ever wondered how your training methods truly impact your loyal canine? Join our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Bar…

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Summits, Certifications and Travel Part 2 1:02:29

5M ago1:02:29

1:02:29

What to listen for: “I think I've made a lot of personal growth. I was okay with it. I was like, ‘you know, what? Yeah, it's a bummer.’ Powder did the best she could have done and I'm human. And you know, what, 15 seconds? Well, whatever, who cares? And so then the next summit the next weekend, she won high in trial.” Our hosts Stacy Barnett, Robin…

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Conquering Summits and FEMA Recertifications Part 1 54:28

5M ago54:28

54:28

What to listen for: “When I'm getting ready for trials, I feel like that week before I'm not building new skills. I'm building the relationship and the joy of training and I'm building confidence for both of us that we both are like ‘oh yeah, we got this we're a great team.’” Our hosts Stacy Barnett, Robin Greubel, and Crystal Wing share their late…

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Changing Your Training Contract with Your Dog 45:09

5M ago45:09

45:09

What to listen for: “That's the hard part. That paralysis that you can get into of being afraid to train something because it can make things a lot harder. So, what I would say is, don't be afraid. Experiment a little bit. You can always modify a little, you can always rename something, you can always tweak something.” Today Robin, Stacy, and Cryst…

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Reflections on Chatting with Lee Laubach 44:33

6M ago44:33

44:33

What to listen for: “I've had lots of people ask me questions about, should you train your dog to tell you that nothing's there. And I was like, no, you should be good enough…Lee knew there was nothing there. But this is the protocol that we use. So we have to do this. And I absolutely don't believe in training your dog to tell you that odor is not…

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Let's Talk About Fear on Halloween! 46:57

6M ago46:57

46:57

"It's about living in the now and to keep going and to keep working and keep doing. And it's almost like behavior momentum. I think about in our training with our dogs, it's the same thing for us. It's not going to serve us so recognize the feeling, and then continue to train, continue to go, continue to do, and then what will happen will happen.” …

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All Things Arson Dogs and Nosework with Lee Laubach Part 2 53:04

6M ago53:04

53:04

What to listen for: “You see two types of canine handlers on the professional side; the ones that do it as a job, and the ones doing it as a career. The ones that do it for the general love, and the ones doing it for the paycheck. And I see the ones that are doing it for the love have such a better outcome of everything as far as quality of career,…

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All Things Arson Dogs and Nosework with Lee Laubach Part 1 48:58

6M ago48:58

48:58

What to listen for: “I have a nice-looking lab that wants to come up and be friendly with you and if all of a sudden he sits next to you and starts salivating I'm like ‘Okay, now we got to talk.’ That’s his alert, is a sit and when he smells gasoline or a light distillate he really salivates because he associates the smell of the accelerant with fo…

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Mental Management and Training: It's the little things. 50:47

6M ago50:47

50:47

What to listen for: “Finding those little ways to help you get back on track, and the appropriate people to talk to, so that you can do mental management of expectations of yourself is really important.” Have you ever felt the weight of life’s rough roads and unexpected turns affecting your motivation to train your dogs? In this engaging episode, t…

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Reflections on Ronny LeJeune, Christi Raak, and Jill Kovacevich 50:40

7M ago50:40

50:40

What to listen for: Step into the world of canine detection with the Dames of Detection, themselves - Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing - as they journey through the three most recent guests, Ronny LeJeune, Christi Raak, and Jill Kovacevich, and share unforgettable insights from these value-packed episodes of K9 Detection Collaborative…

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Stupid Question Day 2023 55:39

7M ago55:39

55:39

What to listen for: The time has come, once again, for Stupid Question Day! Of course, there are no stupid questions. In fact, The Dames of Detection - Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing - were very impressed with this round of questions! Key Topics (Questions): How do you guys manage to do everything you do and still train your own dog…

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All things Nosework with Jill Kovacevich 1:12:15

7M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

What to listen for: “I think the story is very similar to a lot of folks who, even in our present day, are doing Nosework. We find out about this very cool sport in a very weird way, and we decide that we want to try it, have no idea what we're doing, and then it just becomes this geeky dedication that you cannot saturate yourself with enough of, a…

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Kickin' Back with Christi Raak 51:19

7M ago51:19

51:19

What to listen for: “We can adjust. So, to be able to build that confidence in that handler, or dog, it’s both actually, and to be able to adjust if something maybe doesn’t work out. But I think all in all, there’s no magic answer. It’s based on each person individually.” Meet Christi Raak, a canine detection specialist with a fascinating journey. …

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It's All About Time...and Training 58:05

8M ago58:05

58:05

What to listen for: “It's really important for us to understand that as we're setting up hides and things of that nature, we should really be looking at it as ‘how am I putting more tools in my dog’s toolbox so they can more efficiently and effectively solve a problem?’” Have you ever wondered how to handle the pressure of time management in the co…

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Talking Nutrition, Fitness, and Training with Ronny LeJeune 1:01:09

8M ago1:01:09

1:01:09

What to listen for: Our hosts get up close and personal with Ronny LeJeune, a certified professional dog trainer, canine fitness trainer, and canine nutritionist. Ronny, owner of Perfectly Rawsome and Optimal Canine, steps us through her fascinating journey from graphics and marketing to the dog-loving world she now inhabits. Ronny demystifies the …

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Line Handling and Dog Independence 49:22

8M ago49:22

49:22

What to listen for: Today, our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing examine the essential skills of canine training and handling, focusing on developing the dog's independence while maintaining handler guidance. Borrowing from the educational world, they explore the concept of 'teacher guided, student decided' and how it applies to …

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Distraction Camp 2023 Download 51:32

8M ago51:32

51:32

What to listen for: “As long as you’re being kind to your dog and how you’re training is very simple, straightforward and you’ve sliced things thin enough, how you get there, as long as the dog learns it effectively and efficiently, doesn’t really matter.” “It comes down to clarity and fairness.” Join the Dames of Detection, Robin Greubel, Stacy Ba…

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What's the Excitement about Arousal...in Our Dogs 54:16

9M ago54:16

54:16

What to listen for: Ever found yourself in a tricky situation while training your dog and felt like you were trying to juggle a dog that's had a bunch of pixie sticks while the grass was on fire? Not to worry! We've all been there, and it's all about understanding and managing your canine's arousal states. Join our hosts for a lively discussion as …

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Thoughts on Dog Directed Searches 52:03

9M ago52:03

52:03

What to listen for: “When you’re thinking dog-directed search, try to be aware of the fact that you are a very important part of the team. You’ve really got to be thoughtful in your handling.” In this episode of K9 Detection Collaborative, our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing unravel the concept of dog-directed searches, the rol…

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Washouts, Work Ethic & Options 51:10

9M ago51:10

51:10

Today, our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing open up the doors to the Home of Wayward Dog Trainers (Robin’s home). The Dames of Detection are knee-deep in canine detection training, layering skills, understanding scent theory and even tackling vehicle searches. As they chat about the growth and development of their own dogs, they…

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Boundaries For Our Dogs 55:30

9M ago55:30

55:30

What to listen for: “I don’t randomly run up to people’s kids and start hugging their kids. Why are you doing it to my dog?” Listen in as our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing share how to successfully set and maintain boundaries with our dogs. From blocking off dedicated training time to the importance of managing our dogs' arou…

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Reflections on Talking with Jens Frank 57:32

10M ago57:32

57:32

What to listen for: Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett and Crystal Wing break down and reflect on their conversation with Jens Frank of the Scandinavian Working Dog Institute. Our hosts chat topics such as number of hides vs percentage of finds, imaginative hide placement, and beyond. They discuss the need to expand our dogs' skill sets and fluency by of…

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Progression Plans, Handler Education and Science for Practitioners with Jens Frank (pt 2) 49:32

10M ago49:32

49:32

What to listen for: Get set for an enlightening conversation with the brilliant Jens Frank of the Scandinavian Working Dog Institute. Jens spills the secret sauce behind his team's progression plans app, specially designed to bridge training gaps for dog handlers. Experience first-hand how it simplifies training goals and prevents handlers from fal…

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Talking Arousal vs Drive and Selection of a Dog with Jens Frank (pt 1) 51:03

10M ago51:03

51:03

What to listen for: In this fascinating episode, our hosts Robin Greubel and Crystal Wing had the pleasure of chatting with Jens Frank from the Scandinavian Working Dog Institute about his experience training dogs for police and military work, as well as his research project to detect soil pollutants. Listen in as Jens shares how the institute work…

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A Little Bit of Everything 52:50

10M ago52:50

52:50

What to listen for: What do you get when you combine fascinating canine adventures, valuable lessons learned, and a supportive community of dog handlers? An incredible couple of months filled with learning opportunities and unforgettable experiences! Join our Detection Dog Training Trio as they discuss recent adventures at Muscatatuck, K9SciCon, an…

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Boundaries 58:32

11M ago58:32

58:32

What to listen for: Ever struggle to set healthy boundaries in your life and business? You're not alone. In this candid conversation, the Dames of Detection - Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing - open up about how setting boundaries, even small ones, can make us more productive, creative, and overall better professionals and individuals…

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A Grief Discussion with Deborah Jones Ph.D (Part 2) 1:03:16

11M ago1:03:16

1:03:16

Losing a beloved pet is an incredibly emotional experience, and as dog trainers, we've all been there. It's tough to navigate the complicated feelings of grief, guilt, and anticipation that come with this inevitable reality. That's why our hosts Crystal Wing and Stacy Barnett invited back Dr. Deborah Jones, a Ph.D. in social and behavioral psycholo…

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A Grief Discussion with Deborah Jones Ph.D (Part 1) 48:58

11M ago48:58

48:58

What to listen for: How can we navigate the complex and often difficult emotions of grief, particularly when it comes to the loss of our beloved canine companions? Our hosts Crystal Wing and Stacy Barnett had the privilege of discussing this very topic with their esteemed guest, Dr. Deborah Jones, a Ph.D. in social and behavioral psychology and a d…

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Reflections on the Benefits of Gun Dog Training. Thanks Jo! 1:01:38

11M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

What to listen for: Today, the Dames of Detection Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing reflect on last week’s episode with Jo Laurens on Gun Dog Training. All three agreed that Jo’s teachings are incredibly useful for any kind of search, sport, or working dog. They explore the concept of environmental reinforcement and how it can be utili…

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Talking the Versatility of Gun Dog Training with Jo Laurens 1:03:09

11M ago1:03:09

1:03:09

What to listen for: "Basic gun dog training is just good general dog training, really. It’s outside, in a natural environment, in a sort of rural environment where you have all the distractions or environmental reinforcers that every dog is exposed to.” Discover the world of gun dog training and its incredible benefits for both dogs and dog trainer…

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Talent and Desire and Our K9 Partners 58:26

12M ago58:26

58:26

What to listen for: Today, the Dames of Detection dig deep into the meaning behind talent and desire as these often-subjective terms pertain to the world of dog training and detection work. Our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing share experiences and stories in an attempt to pin down what it means to have a talented dog or be a ta…

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Episode 3: Michelle Cope 33:33

12M ago33:33

33:33

Michelle Cope is the founder of the Yellow Elephant ministries which pushes for mental health awareness and to help stop suicide attempts . May is mental health awareness month and Michelle and I are launching a new podcast on mental health called Elephant Love with Michelle Cope coming soon to all podcast platforms…

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K9 Sci Con with Dr. Lauryn DeGreeff 54:49

12M ago54:49

54:49

What to listen for: Discover the fascinating world of canine detection and odor science as Stacy and Crystal chat (for the second time!) with special guest, Lauryn DeGreeff. Lauryn is hosting an exciting conference at the end of May that brings together experts in the field to share their knowledge and the latest research. You’ll be amazed by the i…

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Chris Sullivan 1:01:16

12M ago1:01:16

1:01:16

Chris Sullivan grew up in Charleston, South Carolina where he fell in love with and began playing music. Sullivan’s vast musical influences solidify his no nonsense approach to delivering music unadulterated by trend and loyal to heart while expressing the introspective aspects of his life that would otherwise remain untold. Referring to Chris’s re…

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What Have We Been Up To? 1:01:42

12M ago1:01:42

1:01:42

What to listen for: Today, Stacy, Robin, and Crystal take a moment to bring us up to speed on what they’ve been up to during this busy dog season. The Dames of Detection cover a wide range of topics related to dog training, competitions, and certifications. Our hosts also delve a bit deeper into their personal experiences with their canine companio…

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Resiliency in our K9 Partner 58:57

1y ago58:57

58:57

What to listen for: Today, Stacy, Robin, and Crystal talk all things resiliency in our dogs. They kick off the discussion with examples of lack of resiliency in detection work, including slowing down or checking out. This is often when the handler starts to over-direct, sending the dog further down a vicious cycle of learned helplessness. Our hosts…

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