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Want to learn about K9 obedience, police dog training, learning theory and more? Jerry Bradshaw has been a sports competitor and police dog trainer for 25 years, and as the executive director of the Protection Sports Association he's been around the world competing and training K9s. Welcome to the Controlled Aggression podcast.
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This is a show about anything, everything and nothing. Really it's just, Davin Christiansen and Jerry Taylor, two people talking about what is interesting to them on any given day.
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Welcome to Strongwriters On Songwriting (Inside the Song), with your hosts Eric Bjarnason Martin and Scott Bradshaw. Each series will centre around a different theme with highly accomplished songwriters delving into their own personal songwriting process. Each episode will provide an opportunity to listen to and explore a few of the featured artist's songs.ROAD WARRIORS Series 2 Episodes 3-6 JERRY LEGER Leger has a thing for ghosts. The Toronto singer/songwriter confirmed it a couple of year ...
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Hunt-Find-Alert is a discussion about everything related to K-9 Search and Rescue. This podcast is for people involved in Search and Rescue, first responders, or people who are just interested in the subject matter. We will discuss all elements of Search and Rescue work, as well as the fascinating world of working dogs. If you are interested in detection dogs, search and rescue, or the work of first responders this is the podcast for you.
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Moving through the phases of behavior acquisition for maximum training potential and skill retention and generalization. Developing Mark, Move, and Reward as your protocol. Using markers, such as try-again markers, to teach your dog variations of learned behaviors. Making place a valuable and a safe place …
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: More content you can get on the Controlled Aggression Patreon or in the Street Readiness Seminars to to help you problem solve with your dog. Luring and trading in training to build skills. Staying in control and not allowing your dog to self-reward. Leveraging every interaction with your dog. Key Takeaway…
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Michelle Metzner joins us on HFA for the second time to discuss troubleshooting the Recall/Refind for Live Find dogs. Michelle has been a SAR handler for over 30 years and has fielded multiple search dogs over the past 3 decades. Michelle is a leader on the K-9 Emergency Response Team based in Wisconsin and is also a K-9 Handler for Wisconsin Task …
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In this episode of HFA Christy Bormann joins us to discuss Category 5 K9 and their process of taking shelter/rescue dogs and turning them into search K-9s. Christy has been involved in K-9 Search and Rescue for over 20 years and has done both Wilderness SAR and Urban SAR throughout her history in Search and Rescue. Christy is a founding member of C…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Send the dog where you want them to go in upper-level control. Training young (and not so young) dogs away from you, not just near you. Using attention as a reset. Utilizing unconventional equipment when training your dog. Key Takeaways: Consider training different commands for different attention and dire…
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In this episode of HFA Dr. Mark Marsolais joins us to discuss evaluating prospective SAR K9s utilizing the Brownell-Marsolais scale. Mark Marsolais is a Professor of Criminal Justice and Security at Thomas College. Sam Houston State University awarded him a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice. In addition to his doctorate, Professor Marsolais has a B.S. degr…
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In this episode of HFA Ian Maslin joins us to discuss the importance of Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) for SAR responders. Ian is a Certified Traumatologist from the Traumatology Institute and Certified from UMBC in Critical Incident Stress Management. He is an Advanced Approved Instructor with The International Critical Incident Stress…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Drills to teach your dog to give up something to get something. Utilizing multiple types of reinforcement to increase positive behaviors. Adjusting e-collar settings to change the type of pressure on the dog. Differences in different models of e-collars and how your dog may react to them. Pre-empting the m…
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In this episode of HFA Tim Baird joins us to discuss selecting the right breeder and puppy for your next SAR K9. Tim has been working with detection dogs for nearly 30 years, starting as a Patrol K9 handler before transitioning into a detection K9 handler. In his years working with dogs Tim has helped support K9 programs for many government agencie…
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In this episode of HFA Paul Bunker joins us to discuss imprinting your detection K9 on odor. Paul has been working with detection K9s for over 40 years in various aspects of detection. Starting with his 2 decades of experience handling detection K9s during his time in the U.K. military, followed by nearly 20 years of working with the U.K. and U.S. …
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw and John Kirk discuss: The benefits of being both a handler and a trainer. Societal and departmental expectations of a canine unit in a large department. Creating good training files for handlers and canines. Utilizing all of your tools appropriately. Procedures, protocols, and manuals. Key Takeaways: As a trainer, i…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: All the seminars packed into the first quarter of 2024! The new handler-course-ready dogs from Tarheel Canine! Check out https://streetreadyk9.com/ for all the events on the calendar! Online training available Key Takeaways: Getting a handler-course-ready dog can save you time and manpower when looking for…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Obedience and capping in drive. Leveraging reward systems and using queues in drive to prepare for capping. Utilizing different tools and training progressions to properly train drive. Drive training with different canines. Key Takeaways: Suppressing the dog’s behavior is not obedience or capping because i…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Developing training rituals that translate to travel and trial. Basic positions and notifying judges in basic position variations. What judges are looking for and the difference between minor errors and larger point losses. Why consistency, speed, directness, and attention matter during your trail. Key Tak…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Understanding the flow channel to make your dog (and you as a trainer) better. How handlers and trainers decide the skills to prevent to the dogs at different skill levels. Exceeding the requirements of certification and organizational policy in your training. Training tools to make for a stronger dog in o…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Things you need to know before starting certification. Having a training methodology that allows for compartmentalization, repetition, and isolation of skills if needed. Understanding rewards throughout and at the end of the track. Creating the behavior you want to create and working around distractions. K…
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Tiffanie Turner and Dr. Ben Alexander joins us on HFA to discuss the Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State University (FACTS). Tiffanie and Ben have been involved in SAR for over 20 years each, in for the last 10 years they have conducted seminars at FACTS for cadaver dog handlers. In this episode we give an introduction to what FACTS is and …
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Understanding learning theory, types of conditioning, and systems of training. Creating a habit so strong that it will hold up to distractions. Consistency takes knowledge, effort, and discipline. Having a picture in your mind of what is expected, and holding to that standard. Reward is what replicates the…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Having patience with your puppies. The three types of defensive dogs. How decoys can affect defense or prey. Identifying early signs of avoidance in your defensive dog. Tips for working the dog in defense properly. Key Takeaways: Once the dog’s foundation work is where you want it, then you can start addin…
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Today, Jerry answers your burning questions about the available police and civilian dogs and their training at Tarheel Canine. Tarheel provides trained, duel purpose, explosive, and narcotics dogs of various breeds. They also provide green dogs ready to be trained by your officers. Jerry also explains the different options for handler courses, sele…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Mistakes made that lead to suppression, avoidance behavior, anxiety, or hesitancy in your canine. Building thoughtful release behavior into the pressure. Training your dog how to sit when in drive. Rewarding the capping with something expressive, even if not a bite. Tips for training drive capping properly…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: The positive impact PSA and American Schutzhund have had on pet training. Creativity and innovation in training your dog. The objective standards of canine sports to create better dogs of all ages. Getting involved in the culture of canine sport. How sport can change the way you think about dogs. Key Takea…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Bringing out the traits in your dog that are (or are not) genetically in them already. The difference between countering, pushing/pulling, and pulsing bite grips. Working with the dog and not creating an unstable grip through overwork. Actively teaching your dog when and how to counter, and how and when to…
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Michelle Metzner joins us on HFA to discuss how to teach the Recall/Refind to Live Find Dogs. Michelle has been a SAR handler for over 30 years and has fielded multiple search dogs over the past 3 decades. Michelle is a leader on the K-9 Emergency Response Team based in Wisconsin and is also a K-9 Handler for Wisconsin Task Force 1. Additionally, s…
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Jerry Bradshaw joins us on HFA to discuss Variable Reinforcement Schedules in detection dog training. Jerry has over 30 years' experience in training detection, patrol, and tracking dogs for law enforcement agencies and militaries both domestically and internationally. In addition to professionally training working dogs, Jerry has also won national…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Teaching your dog lessons through action, feedback, and prevention. Understanding the queues that you are creating in your dog. Planning your training sessions in advance and understanding the variables. Preparing with the correct equipment and rewards for the training session you are heading into. The imp…
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In this episode of HFA we continue our discussion with Sonja Nordstrom on Selecting and Starting a Human Remains Detection dog in Part 2 of the conversation. In Part 2 we discuss in detail different methodologies of exposing dogs to odor, in addition to the odor imprinting process for green dogs. We also discuss dedication to odor, proofing off non…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: The secrets to success in both the training field and trial field. Why consistency matters. Benefits of having an engagement ritual and how it can help provide a reset for your canine. Variable reward systems and proper reward frequencies. Advocating for your dog and understanding what is supposed to happe…
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Sonja Nordstrom joins us on HFA to discuss how to select a dog for Human Remains Detection (HRD) work, as well as how to start training with the dog to prepare for real world deployments. Sonja is a retired FBI Special Agent and has nearly three decades of K-9 search and rescue experience, additionally Sonja competed in Mondio Ring, French Ring, an…
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Nadine Conner joins us on HFA to discuss how to get started in K-9 Search and Rescue. Nadine is a Master Trainer and evaluator for AMPWDA and a Lead Trainer at FACTS, in addition to being a professional dog trainer with nearly 20 years of experience working with dogs. This is a great episode for people who may be interested in joining a search and …
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw and Derek Beckelman discuss: Building a relationship of trust with your new dog, both pet and working. Being consistent with the rules with your dog. The emotional nature of dogs and handlers. The clash between attention and anticipation. Increasing the effectiveness of your communication with your dog. Key Takeaways…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: The importance of neutrality in all aspects of dog training (not just obedience). Creating reflexes, capping at the right time, and building a powerful dog. Reversing reflex actions with desensitization - and doing it properly. Developing behaviors then pushing the threshold. Training neutrality at your PS…
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Suzanne Elshult joins the show to discuss her 20+ year career in K-9 Search and Rescue. We discuss Suzanne's dog Keb who won the American Humane Society's Hero Dog Award for Search and Rescue as well as her book "A Dog's Devotion: True Tales of a K9 Search and Rescue Team". https://suzanneelshult.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ADogsDevotion https://…
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Former Texas District Court Judge Kelly Case joins the show to inform our listeners of the legal implications of search and rescue that all K-9 Handlers should be aware of. Kelly Case has spent time as a Texas District Court Judge, Assistant District Attorney, and Criminal Defense Attorney and he provides us an overview of the legal aspects of sear…
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Welcome to Hunt-Find-Alert the podcast covering everything K-9 Search and Rescue related. This episode is a brief overview of the podcast and is a precursor to the exciting upcoming conversations that we will have. Hunt-Find-Alert Facebook Glossary of Terms: AMPWDA = American Mantrailing, Police & Work Dog Association AWDA = American Working Dog As…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: The impact of the e-collar and social media on dog training. Making and molding behaviors. Variable reward schedules and recourse for non-compliance. Changing the problem to clarify the problem when there is a lack of understanding. Key Takeaways: You’re looking for about an 80-20 rule - with 80% complianc…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Setting up simple patrol scenarios to figure out what your dog needs to work on. Tracking, searching, and engaging in muzzle. Benefits and challenges of different types of scenarios. Key Takeaways: Your dog may need context cues if they are going into a scenario that looks like it may be something else. Th…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw and Brad Gillespie discuss: Typical reactions from dogs to gunfire. Understanding the operational requirement of the dog that you are working with to use the best technique for training. Minding your sequencing with training the gunfire training. Being mindful of canine audiology in inside and outside training with g…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: What drive capping is, what it means, and how it differs from pressuring the dog. The value in drive capping for police dogs. The importance of both the trainer and the decoy in drive capping training. Training prerequisites for drive capping. Key Takeaways: Training is a non-linear process. The further al…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Understanding the progressions between redirects, recalls, and outs and returns. Common mistakes made and how to correct them. Avoiding unwanted stress, pressure, anticipation, and preferences during your training. Repeated training and training more than what’s in certification only. Key Takeaways: Comman…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: How to get fluency in your outing with reward, not punishment. Beginning with the end in mind in your training. Training with e-collars and your dog. Command chains, variable reward, and understanding Pavlovian conditioning. Key Takeaways: You will not get fluency in your outing until you understand that r…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Starting a successful PSA club in your area that is good and healthy for trainers and canines. Pros and cons of the two types of clubs you can run - democracy or top-down leadership. The role of training directors and decoys within a PSA club. Attending club, learning in seminars, following progressions, a…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Knowing what an ideal behavior looks like when you’re working every stage of progression. Accountability and follow through. Short, medium, and long term goals in your organized training plan. Having proper technique and understanding reward structure for your dog. Key Takeaways: You must hold a consistent…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Classical versus operant conditioning. Recognizing and understanding the emotional states of your dog. How your emotions and confidence affect the emotional state of your dog. Understanding the classical effects of your operant conditioning. The magic in the emotions. Key Takeaways: Most dog training start…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw and Pat Stuart discuss: Utilizing e-collars for more than just negative reinforcement. Understanding what low-level actually means with the e-collar. Creating learning phases and utilizing more than one tool in your training tool kit. Negative reinforcement and positive punishment. Activation in e-collar training. Ke…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw and Dr. Jessalyn Klein discuss: Working with people with different personality types and different opinions. Successfully dealing with a know-it-all, a boundary pusher, and others. Setting expectations from the beginning. Giving necessary education and managing magical thinking. Using the DEAR MAN trick for dealing w…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Multiple markers for different reward types. The purpose of markers and when a marker may or may not be necessary. Types of markers and what they indicate to your dog (even if you didn’t intend for that behavior). Reward prediction error and reward preferences. Key Takeaways: With more rehearsal, the neuro…
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In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Having a full, firm, and hard grip (which may not be calm). Developing a hunt drive in your dog. Working dogs on markers and having different types of markers. How to be an active learner and advice for young trainers. How primacy of learning applies to training. Key Takeaways: You want a bite suit to be a…
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Introducing…The Detection Blueprint! If you have ever wanted to learn how to train canine detection from start to finish, you can join us for the three part series, The Detection Blueprint! Over this three part series, we're going to break down detection training and share knowledge, insights and tactics - tactics that I've learned over the last 25…
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