Category Archives: K9

Even Police Dogs Are Affected by the Recession

Posted on July 20, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Economic times continue to be tough around the country.  And, not to make this into a political blog, but politicians in Washington are warning us that the outlook could become even more troublesome just a few weeks from now as … Continue reading →

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Dogs Enter the Courtroom to Comfort Distraught Victims

Posted on June 14, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I am the last one who you need to convince about the therapeutic power of dogs.  I think they are wonderful comforters, counselors, and friends who know just when to offer a soft nuzzle or head on your lap.  Those … Continue reading →

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Has Crime Gone to the Dogs?

Posted on May 28, 2011 by jchasenovelist

In researching my latest novel Silent Partner, I found myself immersed in the police K9 training world.  I wanted to create a main “cop” character that was also a K9 unit.  This was a challenge, but I felt that it … Continue reading →

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What Secret Lies Just Beyond this Road for Hero Jack Davis?

Posted on May 1, 2011 by jchasenovelist

The quiet country road remained silent and empty.  A slight breeze lifted a few pieces of litter, scuttling across the gravel road.  A family farm sat just up ahead. Sirens shock the peace of the country and approached fast… Lives would … Continue reading →

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Life on the Beat as a K9 Officer

Posted on April 23, 2011 by jchasenovelist

As I researched the inner workings of K9 units for my latest novel Silent Partner, I realized that every police K9 officer I met (both active duty and retired) couldn’t express enough how rewarding the job was for them.  I … Continue reading →

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Life of a Military Combat Tracker

Posted on April 8, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I’m amazed by the stories of dogs in the military, even today.  The combat tracker teams in Vietnam inspired me to write a prologue in my newest thriller, Silent Partner.   The book is about a modern day police K9 officer … Continue reading →

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What Does it Take to be a K9 Cop like Hero Deputy Jack Davis in Silent Partner?

Posted on February 25, 2011 by jchasenovelist

My newest cop thriller, Silent Partner, highlights hero K9 cop Deputy Jack Davis with his trusted four-legged partner Keno.  He’s a cop that you want on your side.  He quickly faces several unsettling dilemmas of whether to trust his estranged … Continue reading →

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