Can my dog be trained as a protection dog?


Can my dog be trained as a protection dog? Most dogs can learn obedience, scent work, or agility. But few dogs can be trained in handler protection. I often hear people say “My dog has not been trained in protection but I know that if someone came after me, he would protect me.” In 99% of the cases, this is wishful thinking.


Can personal protection dogs go anywhere?

Protection dogs are usually involved in bodyguard work, extreme environments, and often inflict damage to protect their handler. Protection dogs can be valuable in police work and military work, but they are typically not welcomed in the open public spaces where people are supposed to enjoy their time safely.


What is a Level 4 dog?

Level 4. One to four punctures from a single bite with at least one puncture deeper than half the length of the dog's canine teeth. May also have deep bruising around the wound (dog held on for N seconds and bore down) or lacerations in both directions (dog held on and shook its head from side to side).


What is a Level 3 protection dog?

Level 3 protection dogs are also trained in room searches, perimeter. Executive protection dogs are for those seeking the highest level of training and protection to keep themselves, their family/loved ones, their property, or business safe.


What is a Level 1 protection dog?

Level I Personal Protection Dogs These dogs are trained in complete on and off-leash obedience. All of our Level I Personal Protection Dogs are trained to be alert in their home / surroundings and to bark and alert their owners to the presence of intruders. These dogs are not trained to bite or apprehend subjects.