K9 Conservationists
Welcome to the K9 Conservationists podcast, where we’re positively obsessed with conservation detection dogs! Join us every week as we discuss detection dogs, ecology, conservation, dog behavior, training, and much more.
K9 Conservationists is hosted by Kayla Fratt, CDBC and co-founder of K9 Conservationists. Along with her two co-founders, she trains dogs to detect data. Support the work we do at patreon.com/k9conservationists.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 57 minutes
- Episodes
- 230
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Lengthy Searches with Dr. Nathan Hall
In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla Fratt speaks with Dr. Nathaniel Hall to talk about lengthy searches for conservation dogs!
Discussed in this Podcast:
- How does a dog’s sensitivity to s…
Introducing the Conservation Dogs Collective
In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla Fratt speaks with Laura Holder to introduce Laura’s Conservation Dogs Collective!
Discussed in this Podcast:
- How did you get into conservation detectio…
Ethology and Working Dogs with Kim Brophey
Today I have the joy of talking to Kim Brophey about ethology. If you listen to dog podcasts the way I do, you’re probably already a bit obsessed with Kim. Today we’re going to dive into how we can u…
Hierarchy of Behavior Change for Working Dogs with Dr. Susan Friedman
Today I have the joy of talking to Dr. Susan Friedman about the hierarchy of behavior change for dog training. This is so central to what we do - ensuring that our dogs are excellent at the work they…
Using Dogs to Count Critically Endangered African Rabbits with Esther Matthew
Today I have the joy of talking to Esther Matthew about training conservation dogs for a critically endangered South African lagomorph: the riverine rabbit.
Questions answered by Ester: :
- What was …
Muzzling for Wildlife Safety with Michael Shikashio
In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla and Michael Shikashio from The Bitey End of the Dog discuss muzzling. They cover why conservation detection dogs might need muzzles and the best way to a…
Sourcing Odor with Stacy Barnett
In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla and Stacy Barnett discuss sourcing. They cover what sourcing is and all you need to know about sourcing and nosework.
Links Mentioned in the Episode
- Fe…
Consent in Training
For the final episode of Canine Conversations before we transition fully to K9 Conservationists, we're talking about consent with Erin Jones. We cover what consent is, why it is important, and how yo…
Introducing: K9 Conservationists
Hello and welcome to the K9 Conservationists Podcast!
We've got a new name! As our loyal listeners know, we recently lost my beloved cohost Ursa. After giving it a LOT of thought, I've decided to piv…
61. Goodbyes and Hot Takes
Ursa is leaving the podcast for new and exciting endeavors. But before she goes, we're tackling a Patreon question and another round of HOT TAKES!
Patron Question Answered:
“In episode 34 you talke…
Shaping vs. Cueing with Hannah Brannigan
Today we’re talking to Hannah Branigan about cueing versus shaping in your training sessions. Now this might sound a bit nerdy - and it probably will be - but it’s actually really important for novic…
Ep. 60: Life Updates and Hot Takes Part 3
Ep. 59: Conservation Training with Ken Ramirez
Ep. 58: Hot Takes Part 2
Ep. 57: Hot Takes Part 1
Ep. 56: Preparing for a Puppy
Ep. 55: Meeting Everyone's Needs with Marissa Martino
Ep. 53: Case Study on Madge
Ursa and Kayla chat about Madge, Kayla's uber-fearful foster dog from earlier this spring. They also get a great update from Madge's new family!
Ep. 52: Dominance with Kim Brophey
Ep. 51: Tips for Surviving the Holidays with Your Dog
Kayla and Ursa discuss management strategies and training solutions to help make holiday gatherings less stressful for you, your dog, and your friends/family.