What to Look for When Employing Guard Dog Services

March 27, 2017

It can be tempting when buying security to look at only the most advanced technology. While the high-tech approach is undoubtedly a good move, it should be remembered that the tech-aware career crook could disable such gadgets. When it comes down to it, there’s little better deterrent than a living, breathing security dog.

Gone to the Dogs – Security Guard Dogs

Eyes and ears are brilliant for keeping your premises safe, but humans are just that: human. They’re predictable and can be outwitted. So why not bring in man’s best friend to help? The four-legged security guard comes with a few extra advantages. A heightened sense of sound and smell can alert their human handler to impending danger, and there’s nothing quite as disconcerting for the would-be ne’er-do-well than a fierce, muscular German shepherd bounding towards them at full pelt.

The great thing about guard dogs is that they can be trained in different ways, to do different things, and the potential intruder doesn’t always know what he’s dealing with. Will it go for his arm or his throat? Or will it just sit on the grass and wait to be patted? Would you want to find out?

Canine Teeth

We’re a nation of dog lovers and that should be borne firmly in mind when employing the paw patrol. There’s plenty of legislation about canine care, so be sure to go to a reputable licenced supplier whose dogs are trained to a high standard. Make sure the dogs are well cared for and the handlers are up to scratch.

There are few laws around dog security work and training can be poor. These creatures are lethal weapons, so be sure to have confidence in the supplier. Look at the training the dog has had, and make sure you know how it’ll react in the situations it’s likely to encounter.

For more advice and guidance on hiring the perfect protective pooch, get in touch with us at Hallmark Security and we’ll give you all the leads you need.