Protection Training (Beginner – Advanced)

(SATURDAYS between 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)

Protection Dog test | Protection Photos

Video of Protection dogs in action coming soon!

You must sign up for this class before 12pm on Friday via an email or call to the instructor to be added to the class roster. This is an on-going class. (No one under 16 years old please.)

Cost: Cost: Beginner dogs & puppies working on a tug = $25 per session. Dogs working on a soft sleeve / leg sleeve = $30 per session. Dogs working on an intermediate sleeve / full suit = $35 per session.
Visit our Web site to learn more about Personal Protection training! Contact Caroline at 714-296-9714 or via e-mail at Caroline@siriusk9training.com for more details and to sign up. . ** PLEASE NOTE: No Protection training on Saturday Oct 9 / Dec. 24 & 31.

Unlike dog training clubs which are geared towards only training for a specific sport or function, Sirius K9 Training welcomes a variety of working dogs including Schutzhund, Ring, K9 Pro-Sports, PSA, NAPD, police, security, and personal/family protection dogs. We also encourage inexperienced handlers, beginner dogs and puppies to attend our training sessions.

Our training is open to all breeds and varieties of dogs, as long as the dog possesses the proper temperament for protection work. Each new dog must pass an evaluation prior to participating in one of our protection classes/courses and must be social and have completed intermediate or advanced obedience training. (The dog’s age will be taken into consideration.)

The purpose of our protection training is to provide trainers and handlers an outlet in which to further their experience and knowledge of working dogs and to provide a fun and safe environment where they may attain specific goals with their K9 partner.

Our objective is to establish a standard of performance for all protection trained dogs. Sirius K9 Training stresses the importance of proper socialization, control, liability, and safety. Our goal is to condition the dog and handler to react and respond reliably regardless of the situation or circumstances. Our protection scenarios are extremely realistic and emphasize courage and teamwork. Our obedience routines are unsurpassed with the most difficult distractions. The training we provide is ideal for any protection sport. We build confidence in the dog and develop a relationship with you and your dog that you will not get anywhere else. Our training sessions are always exciting, challenging, and rewarding. Your dog will get worked more here and have more fun with us than at any club!

Our trainers and decoys are highly experienced, knowledgeable, and certified. They are some of the best you will see!

All Protection training requires an evaluation before attending class.

Puppy Group Protection Class - (For puppies 3 months - 6 months of age). It is
extremely beneficial to start dogs in protection work before 6 months of age. We actually
prefer to begin working with them at 3 months of age! It is important to develop a foundation
in the fundamentals of protection work before the "window of oppurtunity" closes at 6 months
of age. By beginning early, you will be certain to unlock your dog's potential as an adult.
Dont make the huge mistake of waiting until your puppy is older, start them early! This class
focuses on drive and confidence building as well as grip work and barking for the rag/tug.

Basic/Intermediate Group Protection Class - This class is for beginner to intermediate protection dogs. Training is mostly conducted on the sleeve (some suit work) and includes drive & confidence building, guard and bark exercises, group tie-out work, control work with decoy distraction, and building searches.

** See class schedule for days / times of this class. **

Advanced Group Protection Class - This class is for advanced protection dogs only. Training is mostly conducted on the full suit and includes area / building searches, handler protection scenarios, gunfire (blanks), guard and bark exercises, advanced control work, multiple decoy work, targeting on the suit, courage tests, group tie-out work, & call-offs. (This class is also geared towards helping the handler and dog pass the Sirius Protection K9 Certification.)

** See class schedule for days / times of this class. **

Custom/Private Protection Training - Private one-hour protection sessions are available with a trainer and decoy at the Training Facility located in Yorba Linda or at your home. Each session will be individualized to meet your needs.

Private Lessons

K9 Personal Protection Testing - How do you know if your dog will protect you? Would your dog allow an intruder to enter your home or yard? Would your dog play with, flee from or fight off an intruder? With the rise of violent crimes, the family companion is playing an increasingly important role as a family guardian. Most of us today, rely on our pet to be both a deterrent and a protector. Sirius K9 Training can test your dog at your home, in your yard, at your office, along your walking/jogging path or even in your vehicle...and put your mind at ease. Find out if your dog has what it takes! We video tape this test for you!

K9 Personal Protection Testing | Tests

Sirius K9 Protection Dog Certification -The exercises include = Off-leash obedience with hand signals, a group exercise, and a stand for examination. A long down with the handler out of site (with decoy distraction.) A call off. A courage test. A guard and bark exercise with an escort. A send after two decoys. Handler protection scenario. And, an area/building search which is timed.

Each team will be video taped and a copy given to the handler. A certification test date/time/location will be scheduled after two or more dogs have registered. (Teams may attempt certification as often as they like.) Yearly certification is encouraged and recommended.

PERSONAL PROTECTION GROUP TRAINING EQUIPMENT LIST

Same items needed for Advanced Obedience AND…

1. A strong 5’ - 6’ leather leash.

2. A second strong 5’- 6’ leash. (Ideally a different color then the leash above.)

3. An agitation collar or harness.

4. An 18” – 2’ training tab.

5. A small flash light.

6. A small light to attach to your dog’s regular collar or a glow in the dark / flashing collar.

(To use during searches.)

7. Gloves – thin and comfortable.

8. Dog booties

Protection Dog Certification | Seminars/Clinics/Events | Tests