The Dog Training Detective: Murder and Mutts in Rural Maine

Imagine trading the gritty streets of New York City for the serene woods of rural Maine, only to have mysteries chase you like a loyal pup at heel. That's the thrilling world of The Dog Training Detective, the brainchild of Lee Charles Kelley, a Manhattan-based novelist and real-life dog trainer who masterfully blends pulse-pounding crime-solving with canine wisdom, as detailed on Wikipedia and Apple Podcasts. At its heart is Jack Field, a grizzled former NYPD homicide detective who adores dogs but can barely tolerate people. Fed up with human deceit and city corpses, Jack retires early, flees to rural Maine, and opens a boarding and training kennel, dreaming of peaceful country walks and quiet nights. But fate has other plans. Crimes keep sniffing him out, from suspicious clients to baffling murders turning up nearby, pulling him back into the fray. Jack doesn't crack these whodunits alone. He teams up with Dr. Jamie Cutter, a sharp-witted, funny part-time medical examiner who becomes his love interest and investigative partner. Together, alongside a rotating cast of canine sidekicks, they sift through alibis, autopsy reports, and muddy paw prints, where a wag or a sniff often reveals clues humans miss. What sets the series apart is Kelley's philosophy, drawn from Kevin Behan's Natural Dog Training method. He challenges outdated ideas like alpha dominance theory and rigid operant conditioning, portraying dogs as emotional partners driven by fear, excitement, and loyalty. His six Jack Field novels weave murder mystery, romantic comedy, and practical training tips into comic, sometimes farcical adventures. Now, the captivating podcast brings these tales to life, taking listeners on a journey through canine behavior and suspenseful sleuthing, as described on Apple Podcasts and Spreaker. Whether you're a mystery fan or a dog lover, The Dog Training Detective proves that man's best friend makes the ultimate detective duo. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—don't forget to subscribe. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.