On this episode of the Police K9 Training Podcast host Jeff Meyer welcomes attorney and regular guest Mike Kmiecik of Sheepdog Guardian for an in-depth legal breakdown of a Tenth Circuit case: Luce v. Kyle. Mike walks through the facts, the court’s reasoning, and the practical lessons K-9 teams need to avoid constitutional pitfalls. Topics include qualified immunity, arguable probable cause, unlawful entry, and excessive force claims tied to police canine deployments.

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In Part 3 of the Simplifying Your Detector Dog series, host Jeff Meyer wraps up the short course by explaining how to move a dog from well-imprinted odors to reliable real-world performance. This episode covers imprint verification, expanding search environments, and managing the dog’s physical limits during intensive early training.

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Part two of simplifying detector dog training focuses on charging the mark with a verbal marker, teaching dogs to search independently, and imprinting target odors in controlled environments. Jeff Meyer explains using small, limited search areas, off-leash searches, and making the handler intentionally "useless" so the dog learns to rely on its nose and the reward.

The episode also covers introducing additional odors, encouraging a natural final response (sit or down) through self-discovery, and keeping the training balance so searching and odor remain primary.

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To see more about Jeff and the classes that are offered go to: www.Policek9Training.net

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In this first episode of a short series Jeff Meyer explains a simplified approach to detector dog training using markers. He covers charging the mark, teaching dogs to think with successive approximations, and prioritizing strong searching behavior over rote final responses.

Jeff also discusses moving training into real-world environments, minimizing overcomplication, and setting handlers up for success as they begin training with a clear, consistent communication tool.

To contact Jeff Meyer email him at: JeffMeyer1@outlook.com

To see more about Jeff and the classes that are offered go to: www.Policek9Training.net

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In this episode of the Police K9 Training Podcast, host Jeff Meyer delves into one of the most frequent challenges faced by narcotics dog handlers: why do trained dogs perform well in controlled settings but often struggle during real-world vehicle searches? Jeff offers insights into recognizing and addressing common issues such as handler dependency, inconsistent rewarding practices, and training environment discrepancies. Discover actionable tips to enhance your K9's independent searching abilities and adapt your training strategies to mirror real-life scenarios, ensuring your team is prepared for the street.

To contact Jeff Meyer email him at: JeffMeyer1@outlook.com

To see more about Jeff and the classes that are offered go to: www.Policek9Training.net

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Join Jeff Meyer as he dives deep into the intricacies of managing an effective police K9 unit. Featuring insights from Ron Cloward, listeners will explore crucial aspects of K9 supervision, handler selection, and the critical role supervisors play in both training and real-world deployment. This discussion is a valuable resource for anyone involved in or interested in police canine operations.

To contact Jeff Meyer email him at: JeffMeyer1@outlook.com

To see more about Jeff and the classes that are offered go to: www.Policek9Training.net

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In this episode, Jeff is joined by three renowned tracking experts, Steve Colburn, Royce Ilse, and Jay Crafter, who share their vast experience in both urban and rural tracking. They delve into innovative tracking techniques, the importance of scent discrimination, and the distinction between traditional methods and more advanced tracking strategies.

To contact Jeff Meyer email him at: JeffMeyer1@outlook.com

To see more about Jeff and the classes that are offered go to: www.Policek9Training.net

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The Next Level K9 https://www.thenextlevelk9.com/

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For information about the Colorado K9 Conference https://coloradok9conference.com/

In this episode, Jeff and Michael explore the nuanced use of bite tables in police dog training—offering practical advice for handlers on optimizing this tool beyond traditional applications. They discuss core concepts like drive capping, bite mechanics, and the importance of transitioning skills from the table to real-world scenarios.

To contact Jeff Meyer email him at: JeffMeyer1@outlook.com

To see more about Jeff and the classes that are offered go to: www.Policek9Training.net

Thanks to this shows sponsors:

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KATS K9 Record Keeping www.katsplatinum.com

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Ray Allen K9 https://www.rayallen.com/

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The Next Level K9 https://www.thenextlevelk9.com/

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For information about the Colorado K9 Conference https://coloradok9conference.com/