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Sergeant Alfred Brenner, retired U.S. Marine Corps K-9 handler and Purple Heart recipient, joins the show to share the unfiltered reality of war through the eyes of a handler and his dog.

From boot camp to Afghanistan, Alfred recounts building an unbreakable bond with his canine partner, Grief — a bond forged in trust, danger, and daily life-or-death decisions. He opens up about the pressure of leading from behind a leash, the trauma of losing brothers in combat, and the devastating moment that changed his life forever.

This isn’t just a story about war. It’s a story about loyalty, identity, grief, healing, and what it really means to trust something with your life.

If you’ve ever wondered what military working dogs truly do — and what it costs the handlers who walk beside them — this conversation will stay with you.

Sgt. Brenner's Website Link: https://www.survivingwithgrief.com/

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In this powerful episode of More Than Just a Canine, host Dustin Stiles sits down with Chief LJ Roscoe, a 36-year law enforcement veteran whose career spans leadership, innovation, and elite K-9 operations. Chief Roscoe shares the deeply personal experiences that shaped her path, the challenges and triumphs of building mission-ready K-9 units, and the extraordinary bond between handlers and their dogs. From explosive detection and cutting-edge canine work to officer wellness, community trust, and leadership at the highest level, this conversation goes far beyond tactics — revealing the heart, resilience, and purpose behind the badge and the leash.

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email: ljroscoe@goosecreeksc.gov

If you're interested in learning more about the WRTP International K9 Memorial, please visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/K9MemorialWRTP/. The WRTP (We Ride to Provide) International K9 Memorial is a meaningful annual event held in Porterdale, Georgia, that honors fallen police dogs and working K-9s from around the globe. It’s the only memorial of its kind in the world that recognizes all fallen K-9s, regardless of the circumstances of their passing.

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In this inaugural episode, Dustin shares a gripping story from his time in the Marines, where a dog's sharp nose and training saved lives on the battlefield. He reflects on the journey that led him from a young Marine to part of a groundbreaking IED detection program, training in Alabama, California, and ultimately serving in Iraq.

Discover the behind-the-scenes training, the sacrifices, and the incredible partnership that makes these dogs more than just animals—they are lifesavers and brothers-in-arms.

This is more than a podcast; it's a tribute to the silent heroes who serve alongside us and the unbreakable bonds that transcend words.

Subscribe now and join us on this journey into the heart of heroism, loyalty, and the extraordinary lives of our canine warriors.

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Discover the incredible world of working dogs with *Discover More Than Just a K-9: Real Stories from the Working Dog & K-9 World*. Join us as we explore different breeds, share gripping stories from K-9 handlers, and hear personal tales from my own experience in a new program with the U.S. Marine Corps. Uncover the loyalty, skill, and heroism behind these amazing animals.

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