The Hound of the Murder Kennels: A Dog Training Detective Mystery episode artwork

EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 2 MIN

The Hound of the Murder Kennels: A Dog Training Detective Mystery

from The Dog Training Detective · host Inception Point AI

Imagine escaping the gritty streets of New York City for the serene woods of rural Maine, only to have mysteries follow you like a loyal dog at heel. That's the thrilling premise of The Dog Training Detective, a captivating podcast and book series crafted by Lee Charles Kelley, a Manhattan-based novelist and real-life dog trainer. Wikipedia describes Kelley as the author of six detective novels starring Jack Field, a grizzled former NYPD homicide cop who adores dogs but can barely tolerate people. Fed up with human deceit and city corpses, Jack takes early retirement, buys a boarding and training kennel, and dreams 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. 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. Apple Podcasts highlights how a nervous rescue dodges suspicious rooms, a confident shepherd fixates on a killer's scent, or a so-called bad dog whose quirks map out the crime scene. What sets this series apart is Kelley's philosophy, drawn from Kevin Behan's Natural Dog Training. Wikipedia reports he challenges outdated alpha dominance theory and rigid operant conditioning, portraying dogs as emotional partners driven by fear, excitement, and loyalty. The novels blend pulse-pounding murders, romantic comedy, and practical training tips, proving a wag or sniff reveals more than forensics. Amazon Music and Spreaker describe the podcast as a journey through canine behavior and training, where listeners unravel mysteries of misbehaving pups and strange human behavior alongside Jack's adventures. Listeners, dive into this tail-wagging universe where kennel wisdom cracks the toughest cases. Whether you're a mystery fan or dog lover, The Dog Training Detective proves our four-legged friends are clue-cracking geniuses. Thank you 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.

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Feb 11, 2026

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

The Hound of the Murder Kennels: A Dog Training Detective Mystery

0:00 2:12

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The Dog Training Detective?

This episode is 2 minutes long.

When was this The Dog Training Detective episode published?

This episode was published on February 11, 2026.

Can I download this The Dog Training Detective episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!