Thank You for Reaching Out About Our Protection Dog Program

We’re excited to connect with you! At Specialty Dog Training™, we know that choosing a protection dog is not just a purchase—it’s an investment in your family’s safety, security, and peace of mind. You’ve taken the first step, and we’re here to guide you through every detail.

Step 1: Watch This First

Before your consultation, please take 90 seconds to watch this quick video.

It will help answer your initial questions, clarify expectations, and show why SDT is trusted nationwide for elite family and personal protection dogs.

Step 2: Book Your Consultation

After watching the video, the next step is simple: book a time with one of our experts. This consultation is designed to better understand your goals, answer your specific questions, and see if one of our trained protection dogs is the right fit for you.

👉 Book Your Call Now

Spots are limited each week. Secure your time today to ensure we can dedicate the attention you deserve.

Why Families Trust Specialty Dog Training™

55+ years of combined professional training experience

Dogs are hand-selected for temperament, health, and genetics

Raised and trained in real-world environments—safe for kids, guests, and pets

Thousands of hours of obedience, protection, and home-life proofing

Concierge-level transfer training and lifetime support after placement

Founding partner of Shelter to Soldier®, giving back to veterans and rescue dogs

Common Questions About Protection Dogs

Questions answered. Myths debunked. Truths explained.

Step 1: Clear Up Misconceptions

Myth: Protection dogs are vicious guard dogs.

Why a true protection dog is nothing like the stereotype.

Many people think a protection dog is automatically aggressive and dangerous. In reality, true protection dogs are stable, family-raised, and affectionate companions who can live with children and other pets—while reliably responding when a real threat appears.

Myth: Any large breed or personal dog can be trained to protect.

Myth: Once I buy the dog, the training is done.

Step 2: Address Safety Concerns

Are protection dogs really safe around kids, guests, and other pets?

Balancing safety with protection.

Yes—when they are properly selected and professionally trained, protection dogs can be some of the safest, most stable dogs you’ll ever meet. At Specialty Dog Training, safety and stability are our top priorities in every dog we place.

Each of our dogs is hand-selected for temperament and raised in real-world environments—around children, other animals, and everyday household activities. From day one of training, they are taught to distinguish between normal life and a genuine threat. This means they can relax with your kids, greet your guests appropriately, and live peacefully with other dogs and family pets.

Unlike dogs trained in purely sport or military settings, our family protection dogs are bred and conditioned for balance: affectionate companions when off duty, and confident guardians when needed.

Step 3: Explain the Investment

How much does a protection dog cost, and what justifies the price?

Understanding the investment.

At Specialty Dog Training, our protection dogs range between $35,000 and $75,000. The investment reflects the tremendous amount of time, expertise, and care that goes into producing a dog who can truly protect your family while living seamlessly as a loyal companion.

Each dog is hand-selected for genetics, health, temperament, and suitability for family life. From there, they undergo thousands of hours of professional training—covering obedience, protection, home manners, public behavior, and socialization around children and other animals. Beyond training, our dogs are raised with real-world exposure in homes, businesses, vehicles, and busy environments to ensure they’re confident, adaptable, and trustworthy.

The price also reflects the lifelong support and white-glove service you receive when you partner with SDT. This includes personalized transfer training, follow-up guidance, and a commitment to your family’s safety and success.

A protection dog isn’t just a pet—it’s a living security system and trusted family member. The cost represents the peace of mind, safety, and quality of life that only a world-class protection dog can provide.

Step 4: Clarify Comparisons

What’s the difference between a protection dog and a guard dog?

Property defense vs. family protection.

While the terms are often used interchangeably, a protection dog and a guard dog are very different in temperament, training, and lifestyle fit.

Guard Dogs are typically bred and trained to stay in one place (like a yard, warehouse, or property) and act as a deterrent by barking or engaging aggressively if someone enters. They’re often less socialized, may not integrate well into family life, and their role is more about territorial defense than companionship.
Protection Dogs, like those trained at Specialty Dog Training, are hand-selected for balanced temperaments and raised as part of the family. They are highly trained to distinguish between everyday life and a real threat. This means they can calmly live indoors, travel with you, play with your kids, greet your guests appropriately, and integrate into daily activities—yet instantly switch on to protect you when needed.

Step 5: Build Trust & Differentiate

What makes Specialty Dog Training different from other companies?

Why families trust SDT.

At Specialty Dog Training, we don’t just sell protection dogs—we build lifelong partnerships between families and highly trained canine companions.

What sets us apart:

Family-Raised Approach – Our dogs are raised in homes, not just kennels, and socialized around children, other dogs, and daily life.
World-Class Pedigrees – Each dog is carefully selected for genetics, health, temperament, and working ability.
Thousands of Hours of Training – Dogs are proofed in real-world scenarios: homes, cars, businesses, public spaces, and social settings.
Concierge-Level Transfer & Support – We provide white-glove transfer training and lifetime support.
Passion-Driven Mission – Led by award-winning trainer Graham Bloem, our mission is to enhance lives and strengthen the bond between families and their dogs.

What makes your approach unique compared to competitors?

A complete, lifelong match.

At Specialty Dog Training®, our approach stands apart because we focus on building a complete, lifelong match—not just delivering a trained dog.

Every dog is family-raised in loving homes, with children and other animals, ensuring they develop social skills, stability, and balance from the start. We source world-class pedigrees, provide comprehensive health screenings and guarantees, and emphasize carefully matching the right dog with the right client.

Beyond training, we pride ourselves on exceptional client experience—from concierge-level communication to industry-best transfer training and education. Our support doesn’t end when a program is complete; we guide families through long-term success.

Most importantly, we are driven by passion. Unlike competitors who view this industry purely as business, we see it as a mission: to improve lives, create peace of mind, and honor the trust clients place in us. That authenticity, paired with expertise, is why SDT is one of the most trusted names in the industry.

What’s Next?

You’ve already taken the first step by reaching out. Here’s the path ahead:

Watch the short video above.

Book your call with our team of experts.

Get matched with the perfect protection dog for your lifestyle, family, and security needs.

👉 Schedule Your Consultation Now