#118 – Exploring Working Dogs with Dr. Charles Long and Officer Eddie Moon

In this episode of The Cowboy Perspective, Neil converses with Dr. Charles Long from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension and Officer Eddie Moon, a police K-9 handler. They discuss the roles dogs play in various fields, from replacing cowboys and horses on ranches to serving as police officers. Officer Moon shares insights on training police dogs, including the bonding period and real-life scenarios they train for. Dr. Long talks about the utility of cattle dogs on ranches, highlighting different breeds for various tasks. The episode emphasizes the importance of proper training and care for working dogs, mirroring the methods used in raising children.

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 Topics

 00:57 The Role of Dogs in Operations

01:50 Training Police Dogs

04:39 Cattle Dogs and Their Breeds

12:23 Parallels Between Training Dogs and Raising Kids

13:15 Stories and Experiences with Working Dogs

17:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts