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Welcome to the K9 Conservationists podcast, where we’re positively obsessed with conservation detection dogs! Join us every week as we discuss detection dogs, ecology, conservation, dog behavior, training, and much more. K9 Conservationists is hosted by Kayla Fratt, CDBC and co-founder of K9 Conservationists. Along with her two co-founders, she trains dogs to detect data. Support the work we do at patreon.com/k9conservationists.
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I am SUPER excited to finally be able to share five (5!!!) episodes in SPANISH for all of our hispanohablante friends around the world. If you're not a Spanish-speaker, feel free to skip these episodes and you'll get an English episode as normal the following week. Thank you so much to Daniel Castillo for being a gracious co-host and to Camilo Sier…
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HOLY SMOKES y'all! A group of ~10 conservation detection dog pros have been quietly laboring for TWO YEARS to make the Conservation Dog Alliance a reality. In this episode, hear from several of the founding members about what the Conservation Dog Alliance will offer. To join the Conservation Dog Alliance, check out conservationdogalliance.org. Ther…
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In this episode, we are thrilled to bring you an insightful conversation with Debbie Martin, a distinguished Licensed Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Technician Specialist in Behavior, and Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner. Debbie's vast experience, spanning over two decades in veterinary medicine and animal behavior, shines through …
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In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we are delighted to welcome Robin Horemans, the owner of Parrot SOS, to share her expertise and passion for avian behavior and training. Robin has dedicated her career to improving the lives of pet bird owners and their feathered companions by providing quality education materials that enhance communic…
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In this episode of the Animal Training Academy Podcast, host Ryan Cartlidge is joined by the esteemed Dr. Susan Friedman and Rick Hester. Dr. Friedman, a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychology at Utah State University, has been a trailblazer in the field of animal behavior, with her work translated into over 15 languages and her influen…
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In this episode of the Animal Training Academy Podcast, host Ryan Cartlidge welcomes the highly experienced and knowledgable Angie Madden. Angie is a Certified Control Unleashed Instructor whose career spans over three decades, including notable roles at Sea World Orlando and various zoos. With a training philosophy rooted in relationship building …
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In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Sarah Hedderly, a distinguished dog trainer specializing in Border Collies. With a wealth of experience working exclusively with this breed, Sarah provides a unique and in-depth perspective on the nuances and challenges specific to Border Collies. Prior to her specialization,…
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Esther Matthews and Samantha Mynhardt about dogs detecting golden moles. Science Highlight: None Links Mentioned in the Episode: Where to find Esther & Samantha: Website | Instagram | Facebook You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/k9conservatio…
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In this episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast, host Ryan Cartlidge welcomes back Sarah Stremming, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with nearly two decades of experience in dog training and behavior, and 25 years competing in dog sports. Sarah, who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Colorado State University, shares ha…
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Crystal Wing from Training Director for Evolution Working Dog Club and the K9 Detection Collaborative about play, pivoting, and positivity. Science Highlight: The feasibility of using scent detection dogs to locate bat hibernacula Links Mentioned in the Episode: Thousand Hour Eyes Simon Muel…
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In this inspiring episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast, host Ryan Cartlidge welcomes back Sarah Van Herpt, the Director of Veterinary and Behavioural Husbandry Services for Animals Asia Vietnam. Sarah shares her extensive experience and insights on the groundbreaking work being done at the Animals Asia Vietnam Bear Rescue Center. With ove…
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Nils Pederson from Wind River Bear Institute about wildlife canines used for bear deterrence. Science Highlight: Effectiveness of scat-detection dogs in determining species presence in a tropical savanna landscape Links Mentioned in the Episode: Where to find Nils: Website | Facebook | Insta…
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In this third episode of our series, Eva Bertilsson returns to discuss advanced cooperative care techniques in animal training. With a focus on enhancing autonomy and participation, Eva offers insights into the use of "start buttons" that allow animals to initiate interactions, which is crucial for building trust and cooperation. This session provi…
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Welcome to another episode of the Making Ripples podcast, where we explore the journeys and insights of the amazing trainers that make up the Animal Training Academy Membership. In this episode, we are thrilled to host Emma Cook, a progressive dog groomer and trainer from Adelaide, South Australia. Emma, the heart behind The Funky Foxhound, shares …
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Caroline Finlay about curlew nest detection dogs. Science Highlight: None Links Mentioned in the Episode: Conservation detection dogs sniff out rare curlew nests Where to find Caroline: Website | Facebook You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/k…
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In the continuation of our insightful conversation with Andre Yeu, we dive deeper into the evolving landscape of animal training in a digital age. As the founder of When Hounds Fly Dog Training, Andre shares his strategies for integrating digital marketing into your traditional dog training business. This episode uncovers the nuanced challenges ani…
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Natasha Underwood from NHU Ecology and Detection Dogs about continuing education. Science Highlight: None Links Mentioned in the Episode: Dog Handling Training | Kryus | England College of Scent Dogs-The College of Scent Dogs Mantrailing Global Where to find Natasha: Website | Facebook | Ins…
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In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Andre Yeu, a visionary in the dog training arena, whose journey from tech entrepreneur to a leading figure in animal training is both inspiring and instructive. As the founder of "When Hounds Fly Dog Training" and a distinguished faculty member at the Karen Pryor Academy, Andre brings a wealth of exp…
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In this insightful episode of Making Ripples, host Shelly Wood welcomes Dr. Rabea Christmann, a distinguished biologist and passionate advocate for animal welfare from Germany. With a rich background in search and rescue dog work and a pioneering force in farm laboratory animal welfare, Dr. Christmann shares her journey towards enhancing animal liv…
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Ursa Acree about keeping yourself safe around working dogs. Science Highlight: NoneLinks Mentioned in the Episode: Aggressive DogMuzzle Up ProjectWhere to find Ursa: Website You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/k9conservationists.K9 Conservati…
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In Episode 224 of the ATA podcast show, host Ryan Cartlidge reconnects with Eva Bertilsson for an insightful part two of their conversation on cooperative care. Building on the foundational information from Episode 219, this session dives deeper into effective strategies and ideas. Through the lens of real-world scenarios, such as Fibi's [Ryan's do…
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla is back with Liza Rader from Focus Dogs for part two about arousal in working dogs. Science Highlight: None Links Mentioned in the Episode: Flash of Brillance Dogs Where to find Liza: Website | Webinars | Instagram | Facebook You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patr…
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In the second instalment of our enlightening conversation with Francesca Degli Espinosa, we venture further into the realm of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and its transformative power across species. Francesca, an acclaimed behaviour analyst and board member of the B.F. Skinner Foundation, shares her expansive journey and pioneering research in …
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In this episode, we delve into the multifaceted world of animal behavior with Zara Jackson, a distinguished expert in the field. Zara takes us through her inspiring journey, from her early days working at a zoo to launching a successful dog training business. Zara shares invaluable insights into the complexities of working with a variety of animal …
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Liza Rader from Focus Dogs about arousal in working dogs. Science Highlight: How do seasonal changes in adult wolf defecation patterns affect scat detection probabilities? Links Mentioned in the Episode: Where to find Liza: Website | Webinars | Instagram | Facebook You can support the K9 Con…
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In this episode, dive into the unique journey of Francesca Degli Espinosa, from her groundbreaking work in behavior analysis with children with autism to her personal exploration of dog training [stared during the pandemic]. With the adoption of her Labrador puppy, Darwin, Francesca opens up about how her professional life influenced her dog traini…
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Lucia Lazarowski about long-term working dog success. Science Highlight: None Links Mentioned in the Episode: Behavioral Characteristics Associated with Detection Dog Success Olfactory Research in Dogs by Lucia Where to find Lucia: Website | Research Papers You can support the K9 Conservatio…
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In this compelling continuation of our discussion with Jessica Dolce, a certified compassion fatigue educator, this episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast delves deeper into the challenges of burnout. Ryan opens the conversation by addressing the critical need to redefine success in the face of burnout. Jessica elaborates on burnout as a sy…
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In this insightful episode of the 'Making Ripples' podcast, hosted by Shelly Wood of the Animal Training Academy, we dive into the multifaceted world of animal training with our esteemed guest, Jess Ghali. Jess, hailing from Marulan, Australia, brings a wealth of experience from her journey in the field of animal care and training. Jess, who transi…
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Sharon Pomeroy about search and rescue horses. Science Highlight: None Links Mentioned in the Episode: Airscentinghorse.com highlands-sar.org/ Where to find Sarah: Website | Facebook You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/k9conservationists. K9 …
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In this episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast, Ryan Cartlidge has a conversation with the insightful Jessica Dolce, a certified compassion fatigue educator. Jessica, with her extensive background in animal welfare and education, delves into the often-overlooked realm of compassion fatigue, an issue prevalent among animal caregivers and wel…
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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Esther Matthews and Marisa Steynberg about Jessie’s legacy and their book about her. Science Highlight: Scent detection dogs as a novel method for oestrus detection in an endangered species, the Tasmanian devil (Sarcophilus harrisii) Links Mentioned in the Episode: Where to purchase the book…
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In this episode we welcome the remarkable Eva Bertilsson, a behaviour analyst and co-founder of Carpe Momentum, renowned for her pioneering work in animal behaviour and cooperative care. Eva Bertilsson brings a wealth of knowledge to today's discussion, aimed at assisting you, the listener, in navigating the often-stressful challenges of cooperativ…
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