Dog Days of Murder

Paula Quintana
  • 5.0 (14)
  • True Crime

 Dog Days of Murder is a true crime podcast where the animals aren’t just part of the story — they help solve it. Hosted by Paula Quintana and cohosted by Ein the corgi, each episode explores real cases where animals played a role in uncovering the truth. 

  1. 2d ago

    Episode 4 - Who Was Sasha?

    When a former boxer is abducted from his home and brutally murdered, detectives in West Yorkshire are left with a case built almost entirely on circumstantial evidence. Then they discover a few seemingly insignificant dog hairs on the victim's clothing. What follows is a groundbreaking investigation that stretches from England to California and changes forensic science forever. But just when the case appears to be over, one final twist brings one more question: Who Was Sasha? Sources BBC News. "Family dog 'helped solve murder.'" January 20, 2004.Crimewatch UK. BBC television broadcast and transcript covering the investigation into the murder of Brian Keating.The Birmingham Post. "Reunited – dog who helped solve murder." January 21, 2004.The Sun. "Dog-hairs DNA snares killers." January 21, 2004.The Times (London). Andrew Norfolk. "Hair of the dog sends killers to jail for life." January 21, 2004.Yorkshire Evening Post. "Boxer's murderer loses freedom bid." November 10, 2005.Follow along and stay connected: 📸 Instagram: @dog_days_of_murder 📧 Email: dogdaysofmurder@gmail.com TikTok: @dog.days.of.murde If you’d like to support the show—or treat Ein to a well-earned pup cup—you can do that here:  ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dogdaysofmurder www.dogdaysofmurder.com coming soon!

  2. Jul 27

    Episode 3 - All She Ever Wanted

    This week on Dog Days of Murder, a 19-year-old woman vanishes on her way to work, leaving behind more questions than answers. Investigators piece together a case using groundbreaking image enhancement, forensic entomology, and an unlikely source of evidence hidden in the trunk of a car. It's the story of Lori Auker—and how some of the smallest clues became impossible to ignore.  Sources Commonwealth v. Auker, 545 Pa. 521, 681 A.2d 1305 (Pa. 1996).  Jake Rossen, “How NASA Helped Solve a Murder,” Mental Floss, March 17, 2025.   George Pallas, “Old Crime Is New Again: The Murder of Lori Auker,” Old Crime Is New Again.   “NASA Helps Solve a Murder,” History.com, updated May 27, 2025.   Pennsylvania State Police laboratory testimony and forensic evidence discussed in Commonwealth v. Auker.   Forensic entomology testimony of Dr. K. C. Kim discussed in Commonwealth v. Auker.   Image-enhancement testimony of Al Tietjen and related trial evidence discussed in Commonwealth v. Auker and “How NASA Helped Solve a Murder.”  Forensic Files, “Cats, Flies and Snapshots,” Season 6, Episode 27. IF YOU NEED SUPPORT: If you or someone you know is experiencing stalking, contact your local law enforcement agency. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. You can also find information, safety planning resources, and support through the Stalking Prevention, Awareness, & Resource Center (SPARC) at www.stalkingawareness.org. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available 24 hours a day through the National Domestic Violence Hotline. Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), text "START" to 88788, or visit www.thehotline.org to chat online with an advocate. Follow along and stay connected: 📸 Instagram: @dog_days_of_murder 📧 Email: dogdaysofmurder@gmail.com TikTok: @dog.days.of.murde If you’d like to support the show—or treat Ein to a well-earned pup cup—you can do that here:  ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dogdaysofmurder www.dogdaysofmurder.com coming soon!

  3. Jul 20

    Episode 2 - Where The Trail Ended

    Episode Summary When six-year-old Kinzleigh Reeder vanished from rural Tennessee, hundreds of volunteers, law enforcement officers, helicopters, drones, and search teams spent days combing miles of rugged terrain with no sign of her. As hope began to fade, one decision changed everything. Sources  Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI)  DeKalb County Sheriff's Department  Rutherford County Sheriff's Office  WJLE Radio  NBC News  International Business Times (IBTimes)  WKRN News 2 Nashville  WSMV 4 Nashville  Fox 17 Nashville  Tennessee Department of Children's Services  Pea Ridge community historical resources  Public statements by Sheriff Patrick Ray  Public statements by Deputy Chris Tidwell Support If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, help is available. Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline Call or text 800-4-A-CHILD (800-422-4453) Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.  If you know of a case where an animal helped solve a crime or save a life, I'd love to hear about it.  Follow along and stay connected: 📸 Instagram: @dog_days_of_murder 📧 Email: dogdaysofmurder@gmail.com TikTok: @dog.days.of.murde If you’d like to support the show—or treat Ein to a well-earned pup cup—you can do that here:  ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dogdaysofmurder www.dogdaysofmurder.com coming soon!

  4. Jul 13

    Episode 1 - One Strand of Truth

    In September 1996, 23-year-old Karyn Slover left work expecting an ordinary Friday. She planned to pick up her young son, stop at the mall to shop for a dress, and celebrate a friend's upcoming wedding. She never made it. SOURCES Herald & Review (Decatur, Illinois) – contemporary reporting on Karyn Slover's disappearance, investigation, trial, and appeals. Journal Gazette (Mattoon, Illinois) • "Dog hair found on duct tape belongs to elder Slovers' dog: Expert" (May 2, 2002) News-Gazette (Champaign, Illinois) – trial coverage and case timeline. Associated Press – trial and appellate coverage. Illinois Appellate Court records – People v. Slover. Macon County Circuit Court records. Forensic Files – "Concrete Alibi" Cold Blood, Season 3, Episode 4 – "Ties That Bind" Davis Enterprise • "Snoopy Snoop: High-tech pet detective: Davis firm's DNA testing nabs those who run afowl" (August 8, 1999) Forensic Files Now Find a Grave Published scientific literature on canine DNA and animal forensic evidence. Public reporting regarding the 2026 CODIS ruling involving unidentified DNA profiles in the Slover case.  Intro/Outro music: "The Free Rock Trailer" by VibeDepot (Pixabay)  Additional music by SigmaMusicArt, courtesy of Pixabay.  Follow along and stay connected: 📸 Instagram: @dog_days_of_murder 📧 Email: dogdaysofmurder@gmail.com TikTok: @dog.days.of.murde If you’d like to support the show—or treat Ein to a well-earned pup cup—you can do that here:  ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dogdaysofmurder www.dogdaysofmurder.com coming soon!

  5. Jun 29

    The Calm in The Chaos

    Bonus Episode When we think of first responders, we often picture the police officers, firefighters, or paramedics who arrive on scene. But before any of them get there, someone answers the phone. In this special episode of Dog Days of Murder, I'm joined by my friend, Joanne Wilson, a recently retired police dispatcher for a candid conversation about a profession most of us only encounter on the worst day of our lives. We talk about what it's really like to answer 911 calls, how technology has changed emergency response, the emotional weight dispatchers carry, and what they wish every caller knew. The first heroes are often the ones who simply pick up the phone. Whether you've ever needed to call 911 or simply want to better understand the people behind the headset, I hope you'll come away with a new appreciation for the calm voice on the other end of the line. Resources If you or someone you know is a first responder in need of support, or if you're looking for mental health resources, the following organizations may be helpful: First Responders Foundation – A Guide to First Responder Peer Support Groups https://firstrespondersfoundation.org/a-guide-to-first-responder-peer-support-groups/Peer Support Foundation https://peersupportfoundation.orgNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) https://nami.orgFollow along and stay connected: 📸 Instagram: @dog_days_of_murder 📧 Email: dogdaysofmurder@gmail.com TikTok: @dog.days.of.murde If you’d like to support the show—or treat Ein to a well-earned pup cup—you can do that here:  ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dogdaysofmurder www.dogdaysofmurder.com coming soon!

  6. Jun 15

    Episode 10 - Buddy

    We have a special guest cohost this week! In 2012, 20th Century Fox executive Gavin Smith vanished after leaving a friend's home in Oak Park. A devoted father of three, Gavin was the kind of man who always showed up—until one morning he didn't. As investigators searched for answers, years passed with no sign of the missing father. Then, in a remote stretch of California desert, an ordinary hike took an extraordinary turn when a loyal Labrador named Buddy refused to walk away. What happened next would help unravel a mystery that had haunted a family for more than two years. Join Paula, and her "buddy" Monica, as they tell the story of the dog who helped bring a missing man home. And always remember... #krazyforkeith Sources Dateline NBC – "Dark Valley" Los Angeles Times Coverage of Gavin Smith's disappearanceDiscovery of Gavin's remainsArrest, trial, and sentencing of John CreechNBC Los Angeles Reporting by Eric LeonardCoverage of the discovery of Gavin's remains and subsequent investigationABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) Reporting on the recovery of Gavin Smith's remainsInvestigation updates and arrest coveragePeople Magazine Case overview and trial coverageVariety Reporting on Gavin Smith's disappearance and his career with 20th Century FoxLos Angeles County Sheriff's Department Missing person investigationStatements regarding the discovery of Gavin's remainsArrest informationTrial Testimony and Court Proceedings Chandrika (Chandy) CadeStan McQuayJorge ValleDetective Ty LabbeDetective John O'BrienAdditional reporting and background materials regarding Gavin Smith's disappearance, recovery, investigation, and prosecution. Follow along and stay connected: 📸 Instagram: @dog_days_of_murder 📧 Email: dogdaysofmurder@gmail.com TikTok: @dog.days.of.murde If you’d like to support the show—or treat Ein to a well-earned pup cup—you can do that here:  ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dogdaysofmurder www.dogdaysofmurder.com coming soon!

    Episode 10 - Buddy

  7. Jun 8

    Episode 9 - The Woods Gave Him Back

    When 25-year-old National Guard veteran Tony "Bubba" Procell disappears from his Louisiana home, investigators quickly focus on a fellow Guardsman and police officer whose obsession had been growing for months. What begins as a missing person investigation soon becomes a desperate search spanning multiple parishes, a high-speed chase, and a tense standoff. But even after a suspect is in custody, one critical question remains unanswered: Where is Tony? Five days later, deep within Louisiana's Kisatchie National Forest, a discovery changes everything. As investigators work to understand what happened in the woods near Saline Lake, an unlikely source of evidence begins pointing them toward answers. In this episode of Dog Days of Murder, we explore the murder of Tony Procell and the remarkable role animal behavior played in helping investigators uncover the truth. Because sometimes the smallest clues are the ones that refuse to stay buried. Sources News Coverage  KSLA News 12 – "Body Found in Kisatchie National Forest Believed to be Tony Procell" (Carolyn Roy, August 2013)  KSLA News 12 – "Robert Barthelemy Indicted in Kidnapping, Murder of Tony Procell" (September 2013)  KSLA News 12 – "Barthelemy Sentenced to Life in Prison in Plea Deal Following Guilty Verdict" (Carolyn Roy, October 2015)  KTBS – "Body of Tony Procell Believed To Be Found in Winn Parish" (Jessica Crandall, August 2013)  KTBS – "Guilty as Charged: Barthelemy Found Guilty of First Degree Murder" (Vickie Welborn, October 2015) Court and Case Information  Sabine Parish Grand Jury Indictment Records  State of Louisiana v. Robert Barthelemy  Trial testimony and sentencing proceedings Obituary and Family Information  Warren Meadows Funeral Home Obituary for Tony Lynn Procell (1988–2013) Forensic and Scientific Sources  Dr. Lauren Pharr Parks TEDx Talk  Research and presentations by Dr. Lauren Pharr Parks regarding vulture scavenging behavior and forensic anthropology  LSU FACES (Forensic Anthropology and Computer Enhancement Services) Background and Location Information  Kisatchie National Forest (U.S. Forest Service)  Saline Lake regional and geographic information  Sabine Parish Sheriff's Office public statements  Click here to read more about Dr. Lauren Pharr Parks: Lauren Pharr Parks ’02: A Love of Science Uncovers the Impact of Vultures Follow along and stay connected: 📸 Instagram: @dog_days_of_murder 📧 Email: dogdaysofmurder@gmail.com TikTok: @dog.days.of.murde If you’d like to support the show—or treat Ein to a well-earned pup cup—you can do that here:  ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dogdaysofmurder www.dogdaysofmurder.com coming soon!

  8. Jun 1

    Episode 8 - What Was In The Drawer

    In December of 1974, Patricia “Annie” Ross was preparing for a night out with friends in the quiet Orange County, California suburb of La Palma. But when she never arrived with the pizza she promised to bring, concern quickly turned into horror. Inside Annie’s apartment, investigators discovered a brutal crime scene, a terrified little dog locked inside a dresser drawer, and a mystery that would haunt detectives for more than four decades. As the years passed, leads faded, evidence aged, and the case slowly drifted into cold case history. But investigators refused to let Annie Ross be forgotten. And somewhere inside the story of her murder was a small black-and-brown dog named Jodie. Sources Los Angeles Times — Matt Hamilton, “40 years later, Northern California man charged in O.C. woman’s killing” (June 2, 2015) Orange County Register — coverage of the investigation, trial, conviction, and sentencing of Larry Stephens KTLA 5 News — “Man Convicted in 1974 Strangling Murder of Woman at Her La Palma Apartment” by Marissa Wenzke True Crime News — interviews and reporting featuring Captain Jim Engen and Detective Paul Bracciodieta The Cinemaholic — “Patricia Ann ‘Annie’ Ross Murder: Is Larry Stephens Dead or Alive?” Detective Diaries — “The Phantom of La Palma”  Court reporting and archived newspaper coverage regarding the 2018 trial and conviction of Larry Stephens  Public records and memorial information related to Patricia “Annie” Ross and Larry Stephens Follow along and stay connected: 📸 Instagram: @dog_days_of_murder 📧 Email: dogdaysofmurder@gmail.com TikTok: @dog.days.of.murde If you’d like to support the show—or treat Ein to a well-earned pup cup—you can do that here:  ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dogdaysofmurder www.dogdaysofmurder.com coming soon!

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 Dog Days of Murder is a true crime podcast where the animals aren’t just part of the story — they help solve it. Hosted by Paula Quintana and cohosted by Ein the corgi, each episode explores real cases where animals played a role in uncovering the truth. 

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  • Creator
    Paula Quintana
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Dog Days of Murder
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    Dog Days of Murder

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