A Typical Day ?????

Okay so lets assume that there are no customers with us I often get asked "whats a typical day like for one of your dogs ?". The simple answer is there isn't one. They are usually up and out by 6.15 am for a social walk and back by 7.00 am. They then rest up until 8.15 where they have a small breakfast. Training with Len and Bob and I will start around 10.30 am. This training is always reality based and as varied as we can make it. So that the dogs "perform" whenever asked in whatever the environment. Training is usually concluded by 2pm with obedience walks in real world area's (town parks, High streets, outside of school gates to round off the day. A well trained protection dog should add to your life and not detract from it K9 Protector.........."The sword at your side"

Patter Of Tiny Feet

This rather handsome chap is due to become a father very soon. Blue was sold to one of London's top French chef's. However before he left us Blue and Dora our Fado von der lutter grandaughter had a succesfull mating. This litter will produce some fabulous pups, not just because the heritage is world class but because both mother and father are amazing dogs. It's a massive treat for us to be expecting pups so we thought we would pass on some of the fun. Guess the number of pups that Dora will have correctly and you will be entered into a draw. On the 30th April 2012 we will draw a winner from all the entrants. This winner will be invited to spend a day with us at our base in Wiltshire. The winner will experience first hand what it's like to handle a personal protection dog and oversee our training. Included in the day will be a lunch at the Toll Gate Inn in Holt, Wiltshire. So don't delay enter your guess as a comment on this blog together with a contact email should you be the lucky winner, best of luck........K9 Protector "The sword at your side"

Shady Tails !!!!

Sadly I have again been contacted this week by someone who has gone through a horrendous time when having purchased a "protection dog" from a less than reputable individual. The young family concerned have a specific threat in their life that they felt they needed a dog for. They thumbed through google , found what appeared to be a established company, made contact and the "representative" offered to bring dogs to them. To cut a long tail (pardon the pun) short the dog they purchased turned out to be everything they were told he wasn't. It frequently fouled in the house, chewed furniture, dominated the lady of the house , growled at the children and needless to say the dog has been removed from that situation. I can't name the individual on this blog but my advice will always be this, satisfy yourself that the company you are dealing with has good heritage, has the experience in supplying good quality dogs, has a sound customer base that they are proud of and happy to refer to. Ultimatley this will be a purchase made on trust and shouldn't be just about an individual making a "sale".

Using A Protection Dog To Defend Yourself

In the UK there is no dedicated legislation that specifically covers an individual to use a personal protection dog to protect themselves. Let us be clear if we have used our trusted friend to defend ourselves, home or family then it is our responsibility to make sure that we are aware of why we have a right to defend our self and in what circumstance. We all see the widely reported incidents of well meaning "have a go heroe's" or courageous homeowners being "hauled over the coals" because of their actions. So let us be clear the law does give us the right to defend our self in certain cirumstance at K9 Protector no personal protection dog is handed over without a full legal input on where you stand in law....................."K9 Protector The sword at your side"

Home Security

In reading the papers or watching the news it is clear that violent crime and home invasion is on the increase. I spoke to a potential customer the other day who waited for thirty minutes for his local police to arrive after dialing 999. He had woke in the night after hearing a noise. The noise had been caused by two hooded males that were attempting to break into his music studio that is attached to his home. His story is all too familiar police resources are stretched to breaking point, so much so that acceptable response times are deemed to be 20 minutes urban and 30 minutes rural. It is safe to say that this situation won't improve anytime soon. Home security is something that we should all consider and having plans in place for any eventuality is a good thing. Our customers all speak of a peace of mind they haven't experienced before. So it is of no doubt that if you have concerns regarding your personal or home security K9 Protector can help you.

Bexster is one of our "Executive" level dogs. Keep an eye out for him later today as we take a stroll along the Kennet and Avon canal at Bradford on Avon. Social walks in "every day life situations" are vital to having a balanced and confident protection dog.

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We have in line with our new site structure , new office and training ground started a new facebook page. Pay us a visit as we update you on daily changes , training and of course new protectors !

Obedient Dogs Tired Trainers !

All of the protectors had obedience training sessions today. Walking with trainers through busy public areas with lots of distraction. All of the protectors did very well and earned a very social pack walk near the historic village of Lacock

Meet The Team - Len Carver

Len Carver is the newest member of our team and we are privileged to have him on board.

Formerly of the West Mercia Constabulary Dog Section. He served 17 years as a dog handler and home office instructor /trainer in every discipline of police dog handling.

Over the last 6 years Len has conducted and ran dog training courses boasting a 100% pass rate in both dogs and handlers.

He has been instrumental in organizing and directing for 3 years running Help for Heroes Shows raising in excess of £80,000.

Len describes himself as easy going and says tenacity, adaptability and patience are his guides in training protection dogs to the very highest standard.

Meet The Team - Bob Pocock

Bob joined The Wiltshire Constabulary as a constable in 1969. He then specialised 1980 and became an operational dog handler for the force and served on the Dog Section for 20 years. During that time he trained and handled four German Shepherds and together they won many awards in addition to detaining some very high profile criminals.

In 2000 he successfully completed a Home Office Approved Instructor Course in Surrey and became the Senior Instructor of the Wilshire Police Dog Section, responsible for all aspects of police dog training.

He left the Wiltshire Constabulary in 2010 after 42 years service bringing his invaluable skills and experience to K9 Protector.

Bob´s commitment and experience is second to none and is evidenced by the standard of protector´s he trains.

New Office in Melksham

Welcome to the new blog for K9 Protector.
We have recently moved into our new office accommodation in Melksham, Wiltshire. It has been a very exciting time for us these last few weeks.

From all of us in the team, Alaster, Bob and Len thank you all for your support and we hope to bring you up to date and exciting news about our dogs, our training programmes and more over the coming weeks. Your feedback and comments are important to us so please feel free to pass on anything that might like us to discuss on this blog. Thank you. Alaster Bly - Managing Director