Robin's Nest from American Humane
American Humane has been fighting for the humane treatment of all animals since 1877, making it the first and most experienced national humane organization in the country and the world’s largest certifier of animal welfare, helping to verify the humane treatment of more than one billion animals across the globe each year.
Robin’s Nest hosted by Dr. Robin Ganzert is the official podcast of American Humane and Global Humane. The show takes on the biggest issues facing the amazing animals we share our world with, from the pets in our homes to the thousands of endangered species fighting to survive in the wild.
The podcast features lively and informative conversations with a variety of guests including celebrities, and global experts in conservation, veterinary care, animal behavior, zoology, and the human-animal bond. If you love animals, you'll love Robin’s Nest.
Robin's Nest from American Humane
Coast Guard Courage: Meet K9 Ultra
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In this episode of Robin’s Nest, we welcome American Humane Hero Dog finalist K9 Ultra and her handler, Alaina Whitaker.
A four-year-old German Shepherd/Dutch Shepherd mix serving as a Coast Guard Military Working Dog, K9 Ultra is a highly trained detection specialist who can switch instantly from playful companion to mission-ready protector at the command “seek.” Together, K9 Ultra and Alaina share how military working dogs safeguard lives through explosive detection, motorcade security and force protection in high-stakes environments.
From clearing a vice-presidential motorcade route to standing watch at home, K-9 Ultra’s story is one of loyalty, discipline, and the powerful bond between handler and K-9. This episode shines a light on the extraordinary, and often unseen, service of military working dogs who protect our nation every day.