On this episode, Dennis speaks with Founder and Owner of VanEss K9 Academy, Eric Stanbro.

Eric, worked as a K9 handler and trainer from 2005-2018, recently retired as the head trainer from Canton Police Department K9 Unit, along with the Police K9 Association. Eric spent time as a trainer for Naval Special Warfare Group 1 (SEALs) training, America’s elite Multi-Purpose Working Dogs. He is also the co-host of Working Dog Radio podcast, where he interviews trainers and handlers from all over the world. Eric’s passion for training dogs is evident in everything he does. He has trained dogs of all breeds, ages, and sizes, for work or just being a well-adjusted member of your family. If you are a pet owner, rest assured that your dog is in good hands with Eric and his team. If you are a K9 handler, Eric will do everything possible to make sure your dog is ready for the streets and will perform at the highest levels.

Today, Dennis and Eric discuss Eric's career and background training K9s, being proactive and finding trouble our on the streets, K9 caselaw you NEED to know, turds in law enforcement, advice for new handlers looking to buy a K9, how to select a dog and what to avoid when selecting a dog and vetting your K9 kennels.

Find more info on Eric and VanEss K9 Academy here: https://www.vanessk9.com/

Listen to Working Dong Radio here: https://www.workingdogradio.com/

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