Temperament is the most important consideration when selecting a personal protection K-9. When you have specific canine protection requirements related to patrol work, area protection, VIP security, or guarding your home, it is crucial that the dog's temperament fit the job description. This could mean the dog needs to be a social member of the family, and relatively mild mannered; trustworthy with kids, cats, or guests. Otherwise, you may need a protection dog to be anti-social and fit the stereotype of a protector with a snarling mouth full of teeth 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 worked with hundreds of dogs and studied under other trainers to develop an intuition about matching a particular canine with its role in an organization or family.

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

If you are seeking a fully trained personal protection dog, these traits need to be considered when selecting the best match. We begin the process with a private consultation so we can determine the breed, sex, age, and temperament to fit you and your lifestyle. Our intention is to find a solution to fit your needs, whether we train 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.