Meet Scooby: Canada’s First ATF Certified Arson Detection Dog
Est. Video Length: 60 mins.
Meet Scooby: Canada’s First ATF Certified Arson Detection Dog | Combating Winnipeg’s Arson Crisis | Ep. 13 of the Storm Through Anything™ Podcast
With arsonists running rampant throughout the city of Winnipeg, a firefighter named Greg sets out to find a solution to his city's growing problem. After attending a tradeshow where the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) have a booth set up, he learns about the amazing power of Arson Detection Dogs and looks to establish the first Canadian tie to the ATF.
In our first long format podcast, we dive into a variety of hot topics such as why there is a need for an arson detection dog in Winnipeg, what the rigorous training of the ATF looks like, and how dogs like Scooby are a major asset in deterring arsonists from setting fires and endangering the lives of civilians who live in the community.
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0:00 - Intro & Opening Remarks
0:55 - Greg's Path to Becoming a Fireman in Winnipeg
9:42 - Lessons Learned as a Professional Hockey Player
17:11 - The Catalyst for Getting an ATF Trained Arson Dog in Canada
27:13 - Pushback & Approval from the Department
29:07 - Training with the ATF Before Dog Selection
31:15 - Selection Process for Scooby
35:23 - Training with Scooby After Selection
41:01 - Applying Training in the Field
42:50 - Accelerants Scooby Can Identify
46:00 - Typical Day for Scooby and Greg
48:03 - Advice for Departments Looking to Start an Arson Dog Program
51:28 - Factors in Winnipeg that Make it a Target for Arson
53:31 - Deterrents to Prevent Arsons
55:22 - K9 Storm's Role in Protecting Scooby
1:00:12 - Outro & Closing Remarks