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I had an awesome conversation with former Animal Services shelter director Gracie Lankford Griggs regarding her struggles with the lack of support from her city commission and the failure to properly train and equip her to successfully complete the department’s mission.This episode includes AI-generated content.

On February 25, 2026, 74-year-old Diane Emily Pellington was mauled to death by three neighborhood dogs in the Hiwassee Dam community near Murphy in Cherokee County, North Carolina. The dogs were on their owner’s property at the time of the attack, which occurred on Cross Creek Lane.This episode includes AI-generated content.

Hey everyone — quick update on the case verdict. Please tune in and share your comments in the chat.This episode includes AI-generated content.

he bench trial for a father charged in the death of his 3-year-old daughter after a dog attack continued Thursday.It comes after the young girl was mauled by dogs during the week of Christmas in 2024.AdvertisementIt will be up to a panel of judges to decide whether Warren Houston is innocent or guilty. Houston pleaded not guilty to charges of manslaughter and child endangerment.WARNING: The details of the story are graphic in natureIn December 2024, Kingsley Wright was spending time with her dad for the holidays. In court, prosecutors claimed Houston put the child to sleep on the couch, with the dogs in the same room, locked inside a broken cage.On Thursday, video from that night showed Kingsley was attacked for more than 30 minutes, but nobody came to help her. Houston was sleeping in a separate room, with the door closed, according to investigators.Houston was so emotional and distraught in the court room that he had to briefly step away.During the police interrogation of Houston, he admitted he knew at least one dog had aggressive tendencies and that the cage was faulty, saying he had to use zip ties in the past to secure it.We talk about.....This episode includes AI-generated content.

200 episodes strong! 🎙️For this milestone episode, I had the honor of sitting down with IAABC & CDBC certified behaviorist Jennifer Shryock. Her insight, experience, and practical guidance were next-level.We ran through our “Easy 8’s” and dove deep into one of the most important topics out there—preventing fatal incidents between children and dogs.This wasn’t just a conversation… it was life-saving information every family needs to hear.I’m truly grateful for her time, her knowledge, and the work she continues to do to keep kids and dogsThis episode includes AI-generated content.

The return of Karen K. Sparapani (also check her out on S2EP 41# Invest in your prople), Karen and I discussed the unnecessary fatal dog mauling of a 7 year old; by canine had documented aggression propblem. This episode includes AI-generated content.

Well needed talk about holding self and co-workers accountable at work, we get honest on this episodeThis episode includes AI-generated content.

A brief discussion about the complainant or owner kicking you off their property when you're attempting to just do your job! Sexy!This episode includes AI-generated content.

Live DFUTCS podcast, S6EP 196# Exotice in Da house!  With special guest Kati Kourse as my expert explaining Exotics A-Z, behavior, speices and handling.This episode includes AI-generated content.

Here's a quick check list for upcoming ice storms, stay safe Dudes & DudettesThis episode includes AI-generated content.

With Jenne Rosegay and Fernando Casadevall call in on the hotline as my special guest and host. We talked about my 3 Livestock cases LIVE!!!! This episode includes AI-generated content.

Instructor JT Taylor came back on the show to talk about (Quailty Training) in animal control and animal welfare. Great talk while JT was driving on the road, awesomeness!This episode includes AI-generated content.

Live DFUTCS podcast about the cruety case involving a embedded harness caseThis episode includes AI-generated content.

Live Talk Recap: “What Is the Job of an Animal Control Officer (ACO)?”Had a great live discussion breaking down the real role of an Animal Control Officer—far beyond just picking up animals. We covered public safety, animal welfare, community education, bite prevention, enforcement of local ordinances, and the emotional realities of the job. The online participation was fantastic, with thoughtful questions and real-world scenarios shared in the chat. Thanks to everyone who joined, engaged, and helped highlight the importance of ACOs in protecting both people and animals.This episode includes AI-generated content.

Great conversation today with my live audience on “Holiday Bite Case Season.”We focused on how increased visitors, overstimulation, unfamiliar children, and disrupted routines during holiday get-togethers can raise the risk of dog bites—and, more importantly, what families can do to prevent them.This episode includes AI-generated content.

Great conversation with the "Dog Guy" Dr. Jim Crosby about our topic (Does altering your dog change it's behavior?) Live podcast This episode includes AI-generated content.

DFUTCS Morning show episode about (Special requirements for new dog owners), 52 minutes talk about becoming a responsible dog owner classes before obtaining their new canine!This episode includes AI-generated content.

So we discussed a friendly conversation which dog was better....

Live broadcast concerning if the recent deportation in several USA city have played a role on out local animal shelters....

So sorry, not sorry about my LIVE podcast. What do you do when the system fails with your animal control/ cruelty case! I spoke about a previous case involving a the same only who was taken to court for 4 separate court case violations and given his cainne back! YYUUUPPP! I lost it, and that's wear we pickup the live podcast.

Deirdre Hodgkins came to the podcast and played the easy 8's, awesome talk about her journey as a Texas ACO...This episode includes AI-generated content.

DFUTCS morning show (Mid day episode) Live with guest co-host (Thomas Scarborough) as we talked about the repealing of the (PGC) Prince George's County Pit Bull breed Ban.

DFUTCS Morning show (Mid day episode) Lowndes County death by dog incident. I recap of the untimely death of a child not being watch at unlicenced daycare. 

Long time to hear from my Wisconsin Dudette (Amber Lynn Dvorak) Ms. Shelter Director at Monroe County animal control & animal welfare. We caught up and talked the easey 8's questions, please toon in and share her amazing story aboit (Angel)

I had my brother Rick Hunyadi back on the show to talk about (The Hiring process), interview, 1st day, training schedule, probation period, promotion....

Live broadcast concerning (Tyrese Gibson) incident involving his 4 Cane corso attacked and killed a neighbor's small canine. I argued the charges of 16-12-4 animal cruelty vs Dangerous animal statues. Great conversation had!

Awesome time brining Kourtney Brodosi back on the Podcast to talk about Officer safety (bulletproof vest, firearms, Police backup and more) Dude approve

We received a topic from TACA facebook group (Working on-call duty during the Holidays! I had ACO Valerie Ulmer on the podcast to discuss our topic.... Thanx Val

Biggest shoutout my superstar cousin who made to come my humble podcast: Robyn Watson is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry, serving as the principal owner and CEO of Watson Media Ventures (WMV), an innovative consulting firm specializing in film, television, digital media productions, and high-profile entertainment events. With over 25 years of experience as an entertainment strategist and corporate communications executive, Robyn has honed her expertise at industry giants like Gannett/USA Today, WarnerMedia, Time Warner, and Verizon. Her strategic acumen has played a pivotal role in the successful launches and distribution of major cable and entertainment services, including FiOS, the WarnerMedia Podcast Network, and HBO Max. Beyond her impressive corporate credentials, Robyn is a passionate advocate for women in the industry, currently serving as the President of Women In Film and Television Atlanta (WIFTA). This organization is part of a global network of over 45 Women In Film chapters, dedicated to elevating the representation and portrayal of women in film, television, and other screen-based media. For more than 14 years, Robyn has been a driving force within the Women In Film community, also lending her talents to boards like New York Women In Film & Television (NYWIFT) and Women In Film & Television International (WIFTI). Robyn was named to Georgia Entertainment's 200 Most Influential list in 2024, which recognizes the most influential leaders in Georgia’s growing Creative Economy. With her unique blend of strategic insight and commitment to fostering diversity, Robyn continues to shape the future of entertainment and empower the next generation of female leaders in the industry. 

Dude Approved, so I went live a few days ago and spoke on the topic of (why are we still creating new breeds). Real talk about real shit, it make no sense! 

My Homegirl Poppy Masterson came on the show from my Dojo Studio in-person!!!! We talked about the Veterinary differences between USA & UK/ Ireland schooling/ Training. She was one of my emergency Vet’s on duty for DeKalb/ Gwinnett Animal Hospital. Man, many story to be told lmao!  #Headed to Ireland to visit and teach early 2026….

Special thanks to Kourtney for sharing her story of being attacked by a friends canine while off duty. She handled her the situation accordingly as a ACO should....

Friend of the show Mr. Adam Ricci back on the show to discuss work related Stress & Health, brief update on career changes and great coversation..... Dude approve

We had on Keegan Spera on who was wonderful at explaining FEMA and other disaster support systems, and participated in the Easy 8's 

Facebook Live (Why can't we hire ACO's) was the question presented, great response, great feedback, great conversation....

Well Ms. Volunteer herself came on the show to explain pervious complaints at her former volunteer job in Jacksonville Florida

My Michigan homie came through and talked about his magical Law Enforcement career, A cut above the rest.

Dude approve episode of Texan Career ACO Edward Cruz, dope convasation about his years coming up throughout several Texas Cities in the cut, learning best practices! Great talk..... Holla back

Just had his boss on earlier and then Kyle Heck enters the building lol, greatly appreciate him sharing his days as a Detroit ACO and now Humane cruelty investigator.

Big ups to my Dude (Matt Pepper) Director and CEO of Michigan Humane gave a dope interview while driving on the road. Matt discuss his rise from ACO to Director/ CEO. Great job sir!

Great engagement with my guests, we talked about topics and to much fun from Dustin Dutton! Nuff said!

Dude had the coworker on Ms. Sassy her self (Kayla Mcallister) medical Officer at our rural Animal shelter in GA. We had a fun Shelter Talk about (of course length of stay and behavior). Great conversation with my the certified vet tech, and behavior specialist.

Lond time over due to have Bethany Borton on the show to talk about her kennel indicent 10 years ago. We discussed oue easy eight question for first time guest, and spoke about her horrible dog attack when she was a kennel in Florida. Bethany has allowed me to show her horific leg inuries for teaching purposes, to better train animal welfare personnel inside and outside of the shelter. 

The best live show around..... DFUTCS.COM. We talked about recent ACO dog attack in Florida, aslo spoke about WWWWWH and a group discussion about Welfare calls. Gofundme! account open for injured ACO Officer. KDH

My two brothers came through on the podcast, Leo Avila & Kevin Monfreda had some great takes on our easy eight question and brought thier passion for a deeper coversation about (Mental fatigue in animal control. I played devils' advocate and they put forth excellent come backs...

The bomb interview with my Dudette Lori Briggs from Michigan, she put's it down her days as a Crime scene evidence tech in Detroit Michigan. Great stories and wonderful interview... Dude approve!

Live Facebook post about Manditory spay/ neuter, Breeders. Breed!! Way to much fun we peeps in the chat!

Dude approved guest Mr. Eric Thompson (Sr. Director of ASAR), greta to catch up with Eric who responses to natural disastered throughout the world. He's currently guiding KC Project peeps with the City's new agenda.

So grateful to have ACO Kayla Lackey on the podcast to explain her early journey in animal control/ welfare in Nashville GA. She's a one women show in her City handling animal control business, great conversation.

Mr. Detroit in the building (Val Charleston) blessed my podcast, we caught-up with fun story about his big sister, the Easy 8's question and talked about cases.