Police K9 Radio

Gregg Tawney and Tim Kiesling
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Police K9 Radio

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.

  1. DEC 16

    Verbal Release - Do we need it?

    Youtube Link https://youtu.be/i18I7ajFoOY Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman discuss if and when you need a verbal release. This episode builds off of the last episode with Mike Kmeciek. They discuss the legal issues, and get into the training blocks for teaching a reliable verbal release  Want to buy great working dog equipment from great people. Look no further. We recommend RAY ALLEN for you one stop shopping. Check them out at RAYALLEN.COM Need a high performance dog food? We recommend and use INUKSHUK working dog food. Check them out INUKSHUKPRO.com

    1h 6m

  2. DEC 6

    Recent 9th Circuit Decisions with Mike Kmiecik

    Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman speak with "Legal Beagle", Mike Kmiecik regarding Rosenbaum V. San Jose and Rock v. Miller. Both recent 9th circuit cases. They discuss the implications for patrol handlers and what changes handlers need to make in the future. Links discussed on podcast: 9th Circuit Discussions (LINKS BELOW)- Rosenbaum V. City of San Jose     • 22-16863 Zachary Rosenbaum v. City of...   Rock V. Miller     • 23-16009 Dillon Rock v. Mike Miller   Need great gear for your working dog? We use and recommend RAY ALLEN MFG. RAYALLEN.COM Need a high performance dog food for your working dog? We feed and recommend INUKSHUK. INUKSHUKPRO.COM / CHEWY.COM K9 K9 SUPERVISION COURSE coming to Elk Grove CA 4/28/25  "K9 Supervison 365"  Registration Info at TacticalK9USA.com

    1h 13m

  3. NOV 24

    Detection 4.2 with Cameron Ford

    This episode can be viewed at: https://youtu.be/vly9sEe7TEI Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman interview Cameron Ford (Ford K9) The guys discuss: - Biggest mistake handlers make - Biggest mistake trainers make - Best training aid - Fentanyl - Latest industry trends - The evolution of the detection industry Cameron Ford - FORDK9.com Ray Allen Manufacturing - Looking for great working dog training equipment? One stop shop at RAYALLEN.com INUKSHUK - Looking for a performance food for your working dog? INUKSHUKPRO.com Police K9 Supervisor's Course Coming to Elk Grove CA - April 28 -30 Instructors: Gregg Tawney and Bill Lewis More info at: tacticalK9USA.com DtacK9.com

    1h 47m

  4. OCT 23

    K-9 Leadership with Jason Miller

    YOUTUBE LINK -  https://youtu.be/P_qFWfpMgbI Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman talk with K-9 Handler, Jason Miller. This is a must watch for supervisors and the informal leaders within any K-9 unit. The guys discuss specific steps to be a good K-9 Supervisor as well as the important role of the senior handler within any unit.  INUKSHUKPRO.com - Need a high performance food for a working dog?  This is it! (No Dolphin) RAYALLEN.com - For all your police K-9 needs. Great equipment from great people.

    1h 3m

  5. AUG 23

    Using K9s in Hostage Rescues - Lt Mike Walsh (Riverside S.O.)

    Interview with Lt. Mike Walsh (Riverside County Sheriff Office). Gregg and Rich talk with Mike about implementing K9s into hostage rescue missions. Mike discusses when and why they have used K9s during these high risk situations. This is a great episode for anyone currently deploying their dogs with a tactical team. You can reach out to Gregg and Rich at trainers@dtack9.com Looking for a high performance food? INUKSHUKPRO.com Need great K9 gear? The guys recommend RAYALLEN.com Looking for a great harness. Check out MODERNICON.US Use Keyword "Radio"

    1h 12m

  6. JUL 20

    K9 Failed to Engage.....Now what?

    YouTube Link.  https://youtu.be/v1bpJsyLkkA Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman review a recent deployment in which the police dog did not engage. The guys discuss why this happens in todays law enforcement world, and what steps to take if this happens to you. Our sponsors have been hand selected by the hosts. Gregg and Rich have almost fifty years of law enforcement experience and combined thirty years experience handling police dogs. They are both active in the law enforcement and pet training community and are responsible for maintenance training thirty agencies hundreds of dogs per year. Need great dog gear? RAYALLEN.com - Ray Allen Manufacturing has everything you need for handlers. Its a one stop shop for agencies and those needing canine gear INUKSHUKPRO.com - A truly great food for the working dog. We feed it.....you should too. MODERN ICON Harnesses are some of the best in the industry. Check them out at ModernIcon.us Use Key word "Radio" and get an additional ten percent off!

    52 min

  7. JUN 23

    Problem Solving with Jerry Bradshaw

    YOUTUBE link - https://youtu.be/suaDEzYub88?si=wXCWZaBo23bki3KU Gregg and Rich speak with Jerry about the importance of capping and how to implement it into your training regimen.  This is a must watch for handlers and trainers! Looking for great equipment? Go to RAYALLEN.COM. It is a one stop shop for handlers and administrators. Need a great food for your working dog? Go to INUKSHUKPRO.COM for the best food in the industry!

    1h 37m

  8. MAY 28

    Matt Wilson - Ray Allen Mfg.

    The guys talk with Matt at the Hold the Line Conference about the latest industry trends, and what separates Ray Allen from their competition. If you want great K9 equipment from an ethical company then check out Ray Allen at RAYALLEN.COM If you need great dog food for the working dog then check out INUKSHUKPRO.COM

    42 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Gregg Tawney and Tim Kiesling
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    92
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Police K9 Radio

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