Temperament is the most important consideration when selecting a personal protection K-9. When you have specific canine protection requirements relating to patrol work, specific areas of protection, VIP security, or guarding your home, it is imperative that the dog's temperament match the job description. There are two types of personal protection dogs. The first is a dog who is a social member of the family, and relatively gentle mannered; trustworthy with kids, cats, other pets, or guests. The second is a protection dog that is anti-social and fits the stereotypical image of protector, with a snarling mouth, full set of teeth, and one who is waiting to attack. In general, it is best to seek the perspective of a professional trainer, when searching for a dog or puppy. We have experience working with hundreds of dogs, and have studied under expert trainers. We have developed an intuition in matching a particular canine, with its role in an organization, or family.

Six Traits of Temperament: Public Sociability. Levels of interaction range from overtly social to unsocial, depending on the situation. Nerves. How well the dog acclimates to changes in environment and people. Drives. A dog's ability to know when to prey, when to defend, and at what level of aggression. Hardness. A dog's tolerance for distress, difficulty, adversity (correction) and pain. Focus and Attention Span. The length of time a dog will make the trainer it's center of attention, versus his environment. Activity Level. The level of response a dog gives to stimuli. Some dogs are hyperactive and over reactive; some respond very little (or not at all).

If you are seeking a fully trained personal protection dog, these traits must be considered. We will help you select the best match for your needs. We begin the process with a private consultation. Then we can determine the breed, gender, age, and temperament, to fit you and your lifestyle. We aim to find a solution to fit your needs, whether we train the dog, or find a trained canine for your organization, or family.

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Neuman K-9 Academy is a member of the Protection Sport Association, International Association of Canine Professionals, and Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Josiah Neuman is a certified decoy for the National Tactical Police Dog Association.