Protection dogs are not just pets; they are skilled guardians trained to protect their owners and property. The transformation from a regular canine to a disciplined protector is nothing short of remarkable. But it’s not magic – it’s the result of training from a qualified professional. But what exactly does this training entail, and what… Read more »
Many people have erroneous opinions about what the temperament of a personal protection dog looks like. Some see the protection dog as a vicious, unpredictable dog just looking to “eat” someone. Actually, the opposite is true. First, a protection dog is confident. (Yes, we are aware of low-level trainers who say that a nervous dog… Read more »
Protection dogs use their keen sense of smell, acute hearing, and (it seems in many cases) a sixth sense of intuition, to keep their owners safe 24/7/365. Nothing else compares! As good as other means of personal protection are, they are limited: Protection dogs give the widest path of warning and therefore give the… Read more »
Everyone is likely familiar with K9 officers, better known as police dogs. These highly trained animals assist police with a variety of tasks and are used by departments across the country. However, are you also aware that security firms use dogs for similar functions? There are thousands of security dogs across the country that do… Read more »
So, you have decided or may be deciding to get a working dog. If you’re ready for it, this is one of the smartest decisions you’ll ever make. If you’re not ready for it, it can be one of the most frustrating things you’ve ever done. Let us give you some words of tried/true wisdom!… Read more »
Nothing about dog training is automatic. Some people are of the mistaken mindset that domestic dogs can simply perform as we want them to without any responsibility or direction on our part. This mindset is a farce! A dog’s behavior is nearly always a reflection of his human. If the human permits sloppiness in the… Read more »
Protection dogs are extremely important as they are trained to protect people and property from dangerous situations that may arise. While they certainly can provide companionship like other dogs, they also have the ability to warn people when something dangerous is about to happen and can act in a way that will help ward off… Read more »
If you are looking for the right dog to protect you, your family, or be used for protection, keep in mind that some dogs were naturally born as great guard dogs. More protective dogs have a stronger sense of loyalty and are usually very observant and well-behaved. If you’re looking for a security dog, typically,… Read more »
There is probably more variety among the various bloodlines of the German Shepherd Dog than any other breed. There are obvious differences in body structure and aesthetics. But the largest difference is the temperament. Some will disagree with the following statements and that’s ok. The article is an attempt to give insight for those who… Read more »
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