Protection Dog Training
austin, texas
how it works
guard, bite sports, and Protection dog training.
bite mechanics
All dogs begin by learning the basic mechanics of how to bite using toys and games. We train for a deep, full mouthed bite to a bicep, forearm, or leg that results in an extremely effective apprehension while leaving minimal damage on the perpetrator. This phase also includes confidence building and a basic understanding of how to respond to yelling, presence of weapons, tight spaces, etc. In this phase, the dog sees the entire process as a game with toys. If your dog loves to play tug of war, loves playing with balls, or is interested in playing with cloth like towels or blankets, they will likely excel in this phase of protection training.
As your dog progresses, we will begin exposing them to signs of threatening body language from humans and exploring their willingness to bite a human instead of a toy or sleeve. This taps into your dog’s natural “defensive drive”. We will advance into real life scenarios such as carjackings, muggings, and home intrusions. Throughout the process, we will ensure your dog stays confident, thoughtful, and happy to train! Protection training should become your dog’s favorite thing in the world.
Finally, we teach clear commands and control so that your dog never becomes a “loose cannon”. Your dog will know to only bite on your command, and to stop biting on command. If your dog is not obedience trained, on and off leash obedience training will become a necessity so that you can provide clarity on what to do in different situations.
life with a protection dog
A real protection dog looks and acts just like any other dog and can live an active, social life making friends with others! Your dog can and should accompany you in your vehicle, on visits to clients and friends, to the coffee shop, and everywhere else.
Protection training does not create indiscriminate aggression and does not change your dog’s friendliness towards people. In fact, the strongest protection dogs love people and making new friends! Protection dog training simply means that your dog understands how and when to respond to a true threat on your life or property.
training schedule
Protection dog training is an ongoing process and is heavily dependent on your dog’s natural confidence, drive, and other aptitudes. Some dogs will be trained to a sufficient level within a few months of occasional training, while others will take on training as a long term project.
Your dog can participate in multiple training opportunities on an ongoing basis:
1. Our police and protection dog trainer Jeremy Sebree travels from St. Louis to Austin to train Traction dogs for 2 full days in a row per month, typically a Friday and Saturday from 9am to 5pm. This is the best opportunity for dogs developing true man aggression and practicing for personal protection scenarios. You can drop off and pick up your dog, or you can stay and watch as much as you’d like! This training is $298 per month, with each dog receiving 4 training sessions.
2. Bite mechanics and bite sports training is available every Saturday via drop off and pick up. Drop off is at 2pm, and pick up is at 8pm. This training is $170, with each dog receiving 2 training sessions.
3. Throughout protection dog training, obedience training is always available through a variety of training programs. View our obedience training menu here.
Jeremy Sebree has trained the Chicago and St. Louis police dogs for over 20 years. He is an Expert Professional Dog Trainer certified by the Personal Protection Dog Association, a certified APPDA (American Patrol and Protection Dog Association) decoy, and owner/handler of multiple APPDA and PSA titled dogs.
- over 20 years of experience
- ppDA & APPda certifications
- police dog trainer for major city k9 departments
a go-to for
protection
dog training
Jeremy has been our go-to for protection dog training for 5+ years not only for his industry expertise and sport titles, but also for his outstanding ability to teach others about their dogs. Protection training gives owners rare insight into who their dogs are as Jeremy evaluates them in a new light.
