The conversation explores the role of Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) K9s and the unique ways animals can help people during moments of extreme stress and vulnerability. Founder Janeen Baggette discusses how these dogs are a tactical Swiss army knife for public safety in areas like: first responser & Veteran mental health and wellness, crisis negotiation, critical incident response and debriefing, helping with criminal investigations, helping comfort victims of crime, and so much more.
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Janeen Baggette is a former military medic combat Veteran, law enforcement officer, multidisciplinary K9 handler, and the founder of K9s For Freedom & Independence, a Critical Incident Response Team K9 training outfit.
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About The DOHP Signal
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The DOHP Signal is a long-form conversation platform exploring operational life, leadership, authenticity, systems, storytelling, and meaningful work. Host Derek O. Hanley sits down with founders, educators, first responders, veterans, creatives, and leaders to uncover the experiences and ideas that shape how people build trust, navigate complexity, and perform under pressure.
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