FAQ
Questions owners ask before starting
Quick answers, with links to the longer pages.
Before you start
What is protection dog training?
It teaches a dog to stay steady in ordinary life and to respond to directed protective exercises. See how it works.
Is my dog suitable?
Only a professional who has met your dog can judge. Temperament and health both matter.
Do I need obedience first?
Yes. Reliable obedience is the base for everything after it.
Process and people
How long will it take?
No standard exists, and anyone quoting a fixed timeline should explain why.
How do I check a trainer?
Use the selection page.
What does K9PN do?
K9PN refers your request to an independent professional or program. It does not train dogs, sell dogs or breed them.
Risk
Who is liable if my dog bites?
Usually the owner. Read the liability page and speak to your insurer.
Is a protection dog a service animal?
No. The ADA excludes animals that provide only crime prevention.
Ready to talk to someone local?
Send a request and K9PN will refer it to an independent professional or program that covers your ZIP code.