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In our years of experience, we have learned that scenario training is vital for all working dogs. While it can be relatively simple to teach basic tasks in a controlled environment, real working dogs must be tested in conditions as close as possible to where they will operate. Scenarios allow…

Recall is one of the most basic and important things for any owner to teach their dog. Put simply, it is ensuring that your dog will always come back to you when it is called. Recall is an essential part of safe and responsible dog ownership, and must be mastered…

The Kong is perhaps one of the best ever designed dog toys, and something we would recommend all owners invest in. We have used Kongs extensively, and can personally attest to just how good they are. The basic Kong is a rubber chew toy made up of three increasingly small…

Enrichment is a loose term for activities which allow animals to perform natural behaviours. This is particularly important for overall welfare, and sadly overlooked by many dog owners. Merely meeting a dog’s physical needs such as providing them with shelter, food and water, and veterinary care when needed is not…

The Cane Corso has experienced a significant rise in its popularity in recent years, both as a companion and protection dog. It has enjoyed quite the change in fortunes, previously being at risk of extinction in the aftermath of the Second World War. Cane Corsos can make excellent protection dogs,…

Historically, dogs originated as working animals and only later developed into the companions and pets we know today. Nevertheless, working dogs, both as distinct breeds and intra-breed lines remain popular today. Unlike companion breeds, working dogs primarily exist and are bred to perform specific tasks, i.e. guiding the blind, guarding,…

Protection Dogs Worldwide is a globally respected working dog dealership and training company. Although based in the UK, we have exported our dogs around the world and have recently worked with customers across North America, continental Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Our reputation is largely based on our…

Whenever someone brings a new dog into their home, one of their earliest and most important tasks is starting the bonding process. This sets the foundation for their future relationship, builds trust, and facilitates companionship. We are often asked how owners can bond with their new dogs, and these are…

Protection Dogs Worldwide offers extensive training programmes, both during the day and on a longer-term residential basis. Our clients have found that residential training offers a number of benefits which you may wish to consider.

The first benefit of residential training is its potential to deliver results. While a longer…