Desley Power, K9 Solutions Australia's initial puppy developer, delves into her remarkable dog training and development journey in the first episode of Virtus House Kennel Kast's Spotlight Series. From her early influences to her role at K9 Solutions Australia, Desley shares invaluable insights and anecdotes illuminating the intricacies of working with elite dogs. Desley's journey from a childhood fascination with animals to a pivotal role in developing elite working dogs is a unique and intrigu...
Nov 09, 2024•47 min
In the third and final part of our podcast series 'Beyond Duty: A Conversation with Ben MacKenzie, Former Dog Handler, Queensland Police', Ben reflects on watching his dogs grow and develop, overcoming obstacles, and contributing significantly to investigations and operations, the extraordinary commitment, time, and passion for working with dogs the job demands, and despite the immense satisfaction and thrill derived from the job, the eventual transition away from the Dog Squad to leadership rol...
Oct 28, 2023•43 min•Season 4Ep. 3
In the second part of our podcast series 'Beyond Duty: A Conversation with Ben MacKenzie, Former Dog Handler, Queensland Police', we delve into the multifaceted world of police dog work, the demanding physical and emotional nature of the job, the experience of working dogs within the family environment, and the Dog Squad's role in supporting search and rescue missions, such as the 2011 Grantham floods search and rescue mission… If you want to put a face to the voice or learn a little more about ...
Oct 28, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 2
In the first of three parts of our latest podcast series, respected former QPS K9 handler Ben MacKenzie discusses his journey to becoming a K9 handler, reflects on his time with the Brisbane Dog Squad, the camaraderie within the K9 Unit, and the strong bonds formed with PD Tank and PD Kadar that went beyond professional duties….. If you want to put a face to the voice or learn a little more about Ben, click on the following link: https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/K6et2OQvV8XWb...
Oct 28, 2023•48 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Virtus House Kennel Kast Christmas Special, ‘Fire & Stone: The Story of Andy White, Former Combat Assault Dog Handler, Special Air Service Regiment’. While a break from the channel’s normal scheduling, this is one episode you definitely do not want to miss, so settle in with your favourite Christmassy beverage, relax, and enjoy our gift to you. If you want to put a face to the voice or learn a little more about Andy, click on the following link: https://express.adobe.com/page/6RNaqtIBAGIAX/...
Dec 23, 2022•1 hr 56 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In the last episode of our ‘POM: The Story of Graham Ellis, Former Explosive Detection Dog Handler, High-Risk Search and Explosive Detection Team’ podcast series, Graham speaks with Jason about his fourth and final deployment to Afghanistan, the disappointment and frustration of the insufficient use of the dog capability on his last deployment, his diagnosis of PTSD and life after the military. If you want to put a face to the voice or learn a little more about Graham, click on the following lin...
Dec 08, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In the third episode of our podcast series, ‘POM: The Story of Graham Ellis, Former Explosive Detection Dog Handler, High-Risk Search and Explosive Detection Team’, Jason talks to Graham about his second deployment to Afghanistan as part of the Special Operations Task Group (SOTG), working with the Special Air Service Regiment (SASR), his third deployment to Afghanistan in 2012 and being a part of finding the biggest weapons and munitions cache found by Australian forces in Afghanistan. If you w...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In the second episode of our ‘POM: The Story of Graham Ellis, Former Explosive Detection Dog Handler, High-Risk Search and Explosive Detection Team’ podcast series, Graham speaks with Jason about his deployment to the Solomon Islands, heartbreaking and deadly training restrictions, his first deployment to Afghanistan as part of the Reconstruction Task Force and the heavy burden of doing his job right to save lives. If you want to put a face to the voice or learn a little more about Graham, click...
Dec 01, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 2
The first of four episodes of our second podcast series ‘POM: The Story of Graham Ellis, Former Explosive Detection Dog Handler, High-Risk Search and Explosive Detection Team’ starts with Graham talking about his journey from Manchester, England, to serving in Australia’s Armed Forces, the ripples of 911, the drive to become an elite dog handler and the dogs and mates he met and worked with along the way. If you want to put a face to the voice or learn a little more about Graham, click on the fo...
Nov 27, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In the third and final episode of our Virtus House Kennel Kast's podcast series, 'Tip of the Spear - A Conversation with former SASR Soldier and Combat Assault Dog Handler Ryan Wilson', Jason talks to Ryan about going from Squadron Handler to managerial roles within the cell, innovation within the dog training space, transitioning from elite soldiering to civilian life working for Whipper Snapper Distillery and his mission to make a difference in the veteran community in Western Australia and be...
Dec 27, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In the second episode of our ‘Tip of the Spear' podcast series with former SASR Soldier and Combat Assault Dog Handler Ryan Wilson, Ryan discusses moving to the squadron as a handler, some of his influences within the squadron and more antics of Combat Assault Dog KENI. If you want to put a face to the voice or learn a little more about Ryan, click on the following link: https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/nVfHl98SKCZT6 If you'd like to support Ryan in giving back, click on the following links...
Dec 20, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 2
The first of three episodes, our 'Tip of the Spear' podcast series with former SASR Soldier and Combat Assault Dog Handler Ryan Wilson commences with Ryan talking candidly about his 18-year career in the Australian Army, primarily in the Special Air Service Regiment (SASR), and his life-changing interaction with Combat Assault Dog FAX whilst serving in Afghanistan. If you want to put a face to the voice or learn a little more about Ryan, click on the following link: https://new.express.adobe.com...
Dec 15, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Coming Soon. We're excited to give you a sneak peak of K9 Solutions Australia's Virtus House Kennel Kast 001 with former SASR Soldier and Combat Assault Dog Handler Ryan Wilson. It was an absolute pleasure speaking with Ryan and we can't wait for you to hear the first episode on 13.12.2021. It's rare for members of elite special operations units to share their experiences of serving in these types of units, so we can't thank Ryan enough for taking the time out of his busy schedule to spend a cou...
Dec 12, 2021•2 min
