They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\nProtection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
The other thing about what makes these dogs special is that if you look at the giant schnauzer, its jawline is shaped almost like a C-clamp, versus a V like a shepherd or mali has. The malis and sheps have a bite strength between 200 and, maybe, 300 psi. Our giant schnauzers are coming out of the box at between 400 and 450 psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n The other thing about what makes these dogs special is that if you look at the giant schnauzer, its jawline is shaped almost like a C-clamp, versus a V like a shepherd or mali has. The malis and sheps have a bite strength between 200 and, maybe, 300 psi. Our giant schnauzers are coming out of the box at between 400 and 450 psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n Secondly, we selected a dog for pure size\u2014we need size! You have to remember these inmates will roll blankets around their arms. They know the dog is coming for them and they\u2019ll extend the arm wrapped in a blanket and use the other hand to stab the dog. We learned this over 10 years ago. That\u2019s why when we send a dog, it won\u2019t pay attention to the arm offered by the inmate\u2014it\u2019s paying attention to the laser. It is going to hit you and bowl you over, I don\u2019t care how big or tall you are. If you get hit by a 124-pound dog, and it is going to hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The other thing about what makes these dogs special is that if you look at the giant schnauzer, its jawline is shaped almost like a C-clamp, versus a V like a shepherd or mali has. The malis and sheps have a bite strength between 200 and, maybe, 300 psi. Our giant schnauzers are coming out of the box at between 400 and 450 psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n They are. They\u2019re an exclusive breed and we use them for a number of reasons. The primary reason is temperament. These dogs can be amped up and then you, as an officer, can come up and pet that dog in the middle of a crisis and it\u2019s not going to turn on you. That is how strong the dog\u2019s mental temperament is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Secondly, we selected a dog for pure size\u2014we need size! You have to remember these inmates will roll blankets around their arms. They know the dog is coming for them and they\u2019ll extend the arm wrapped in a blanket and use the other hand to stab the dog. We learned this over 10 years ago. That\u2019s why when we send a dog, it won\u2019t pay attention to the arm offered by the inmate\u2014it\u2019s paying attention to the laser. It is going to hit you and bowl you over, I don\u2019t care how big or tall you are. If you get hit by a 124-pound dog, and it is going to hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The other thing about what makes these dogs special is that if you look at the giant schnauzer, its jawline is shaped almost like a C-clamp, versus a V like a shepherd or mali has. The malis and sheps have a bite strength between 200 and, maybe, 300 psi. Our giant schnauzers are coming out of the box at between 400 and 450 psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n They are. They\u2019re an exclusive breed and we use them for a number of reasons. The primary reason is temperament. These dogs can be amped up and then you, as an officer, can come up and pet that dog in the middle of a crisis and it\u2019s not going to turn on you. That is how strong the dog\u2019s mental temperament is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Secondly, we selected a dog for pure size\u2014we need size! You have to remember these inmates will roll blankets around their arms. They know the dog is coming for them and they\u2019ll extend the arm wrapped in a blanket and use the other hand to stab the dog. We learned this over 10 years ago. That\u2019s why when we send a dog, it won\u2019t pay attention to the arm offered by the inmate\u2014it\u2019s paying attention to the laser. It is going to hit you and bowl you over, I don\u2019t care how big or tall you are. If you get hit by a 124-pound dog, and it is going to hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The other thing about what makes these dogs special is that if you look at the giant schnauzer, its jawline is shaped almost like a C-clamp, versus a V like a shepherd or mali has. The malis and sheps have a bite strength between 200 and, maybe, 300 psi. Our giant schnauzers are coming out of the box at between 400 and 450 psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n Garcia is a 25-year veteran of law enforcement. He attributes his success to being in the \u201cwrong place at the right time.\u201d We spoke with him about his giant schnauzer colleagues for the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Below is a brief excerpt of what he said. Want to read the entire article? Grab your copy at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are. They\u2019re an exclusive breed and we use them for a number of reasons. The primary reason is temperament. These dogs can be amped up and then you, as an officer, can come up and pet that dog in the middle of a crisis and it\u2019s not going to turn on you. That is how strong the dog\u2019s mental temperament is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Secondly, we selected a dog for pure size\u2014we need size! You have to remember these inmates will roll blankets around their arms. They know the dog is coming for them and they\u2019ll extend the arm wrapped in a blanket and use the other hand to stab the dog. We learned this over 10 years ago. That\u2019s why when we send a dog, it won\u2019t pay attention to the arm offered by the inmate\u2014it\u2019s paying attention to the laser. It is going to hit you and bowl you over, I don\u2019t care how big or tall you are. If you get hit by a 124-pound dog, and it is going to hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The other thing about what makes these dogs special is that if you look at the giant schnauzer, its jawline is shaped almost like a C-clamp, versus a V like a shepherd or mali has. The malis and sheps have a bite strength between 200 and, maybe, 300 psi. Our giant schnauzers are coming out of the box at between 400 and 450 psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n A senior team leader for Corrections and Special Applications Unit (CSAU-1), Garcia heads a quick-reaction team, always on standby to respond to correctional mayhem across the nation. One of the team\u2019s strategic assets is its well-trained cadre of giant schnauzers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Garcia is a 25-year veteran of law enforcement. He attributes his success to being in the \u201cwrong place at the right time.\u201d We spoke with him about his giant schnauzer colleagues for the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Below is a brief excerpt of what he said. Want to read the entire article? Grab your copy at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are. They\u2019re an exclusive breed and we use them for a number of reasons. The primary reason is temperament. These dogs can be amped up and then you, as an officer, can come up and pet that dog in the middle of a crisis and it\u2019s not going to turn on you. That is how strong the dog\u2019s mental temperament is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Secondly, we selected a dog for pure size\u2014we need size! You have to remember these inmates will roll blankets around their arms. They know the dog is coming for them and they\u2019ll extend the arm wrapped in a blanket and use the other hand to stab the dog. We learned this over 10 years ago. That\u2019s why when we send a dog, it won\u2019t pay attention to the arm offered by the inmate\u2014it\u2019s paying attention to the laser. It is going to hit you and bowl you over, I don\u2019t care how big or tall you are. If you get hit by a 124-pound dog, and it is going to hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The other thing about what makes these dogs special is that if you look at the giant schnauzer, its jawline is shaped almost like a C-clamp, versus a V like a shepherd or mali has. The malis and sheps have a bite strength between 200 and, maybe, 300 psi. Our giant schnauzers are coming out of the box at between 400 and 450 psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n A senior team leader for Corrections and Special Applications Unit (CSAU-1), Garcia heads a quick-reaction team, always on standby to respond to correctional mayhem across the nation. One of the team\u2019s strategic assets is its well-trained cadre of giant schnauzers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Garcia is a 25-year veteran of law enforcement. He attributes his success to being in the \u201cwrong place at the right time.\u201d We spoke with him about his giant schnauzer colleagues for the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Below is a brief excerpt of what he said. Want to read the entire article? Grab your copy at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are. They\u2019re an exclusive breed and we use them for a number of reasons. The primary reason is temperament. These dogs can be amped up and then you, as an officer, can come up and pet that dog in the middle of a crisis and it\u2019s not going to turn on you. That is how strong the dog\u2019s mental temperament is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Secondly, we selected a dog for pure size\u2014we need size! You have to remember these inmates will roll blankets around their arms. They know the dog is coming for them and they\u2019ll extend the arm wrapped in a blanket and use the other hand to stab the dog. We learned this over 10 years ago. That\u2019s why when we send a dog, it won\u2019t pay attention to the arm offered by the inmate\u2014it\u2019s paying attention to the laser. It is going to hit you and bowl you over, I don\u2019t care how big or tall you are. If you get hit by a 124-pound dog, and it is going to hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The other thing about what makes these dogs special is that if you look at the giant schnauzer, its jawline is shaped almost like a C-clamp, versus a V like a shepherd or mali has. The malis and sheps have a bite strength between 200 and, maybe, 300 psi. Our giant schnauzers are coming out of the box at between 400 and 450 psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n Imagine finding yourself in the middle of a prison riot, outnumbered 50-to-1 and your main defense was a giant schnauzer. That\u2019s right, a schnauzer! It is a situation STL (senior team leader) Joseph Garcia<\/a> has found himself in many times, and those who know him and his dogs will bet on them every time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n A senior team leader for Corrections and Special Applications Unit (CSAU-1), Garcia heads a quick-reaction team, always on standby to respond to correctional mayhem across the nation. One of the team\u2019s strategic assets is its well-trained cadre of giant schnauzers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Garcia is a 25-year veteran of law enforcement. He attributes his success to being in the \u201cwrong place at the right time.\u201d We spoke with him about his giant schnauzer colleagues for the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Below is a brief excerpt of what he said. Want to read the entire article? Grab your copy at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are. They\u2019re an exclusive breed and we use them for a number of reasons. The primary reason is temperament. These dogs can be amped up and then you, as an officer, can come up and pet that dog in the middle of a crisis and it\u2019s not going to turn on you. That is how strong the dog\u2019s mental temperament is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Secondly, we selected a dog for pure size\u2014we need size! You have to remember these inmates will roll blankets around their arms. They know the dog is coming for them and they\u2019ll extend the arm wrapped in a blanket and use the other hand to stab the dog. We learned this over 10 years ago. That\u2019s why when we send a dog, it won\u2019t pay attention to the arm offered by the inmate\u2014it\u2019s paying attention to the laser. It is going to hit you and bowl you over, I don\u2019t care how big or tall you are. If you get hit by a 124-pound dog, and it is going to hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The other thing about what makes these dogs special is that if you look at the giant schnauzer, its jawline is shaped almost like a C-clamp, versus a V like a shepherd or mali has. The malis and sheps have a bite strength between 200 and, maybe, 300 psi. Our giant schnauzers are coming out of the box at between 400 and 450 psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are breaking and crushing bones when they make a hit. Malis and sheps like to corn cob and rip when they bite. When a giant schnauzer bites a human being and gets a grip on a leg, it automatically goes into a crush. Every person I\u2019ve seen get hit by one of our dogs screams for their life. I have never heard an inmate get hit by one of these dogs and remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to learn more? Watch the exclusive video above. Also, read the entire article from the August\/September 2020 issue of Tactical Life Magazine. Digital and print subscriptions are available now at OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: The Giant Schnauzer 'Fur Missiles' Used During Prison Riots","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"giant-schnauzer-prison-riots","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:14:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/08\/14\/giant-schnauzer-prison-riots\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11684,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2020-05-06 08:36:13","post_date_gmt":"2020-05-06 12:36:13","post_content":"At CQB K-9, we understand protection, and the capabilities a well-trained dog can bring to that consideration. There are many options\u2014and sometimes confusing interpretations\u2014of what makes a true protection dog. It all begins with selecting the best dogs from knowledgeable and dedicated breeders who breed from high-quality, reliable bloodlines. Protection dogs need to be athletic with a decent build. They also need to be in the best of health with up-to-date vaccinations, all while being fed the very best dog food. Intelligence is also a requirement, and the animal must possess the particular drive required for play and hunting as well as offensive and defensive<\/a> work. We often look at 25 dogs and select only one we feel is suitable for the training and the eventual work. It\u2019s very helpful in this preliminary selection process to be able to read the animal and understand what motivates it.\n\n[in_content post=\"117090\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n Collars for a Cause might be over, but the need to support our military working dog communities is not.\u00a0Please consider donating to USWDA<\/a>. For more info on Vortex products, visit vortexoptics.com<\/a>. <\/p>\n","post_title":"VIDEO: Vortex Supports US War Dogs Association & You Can Too","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-war-dogs-association","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-11 06:56:15","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-11 11:56:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/?p=393649","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":125920,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2020-08-14 11:24:49","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-14 15:24:49","post_content":"Protection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Bite Me!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Protection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Bite Me!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Protection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Bite Me!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Protection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Are giant schnauzers the only breed you use?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bite Me!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Protection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Are giant schnauzers the only breed you use?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bite Me!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Protection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Are giant schnauzers the only breed you use?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bite Me!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Protection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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STL Garcia and His Giant Schnauzer Fur Missiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Are giant schnauzers the only breed you use?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bite Me!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Protection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
STL Garcia and His Giant Schnauzer Fur Missiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Are giant schnauzers the only breed you use?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bite Me!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Protection Dogs<\/h2>\nI incorporate various factors into developing any dog for our purposes at CQB K-9. As we move through the training, we only use positive reinforcement. We sometimes offer food as reward or encouragement but never use punishment, including devices like electronic collars. I can take my time with the dogs I train, which is a rarity in today\u2019s world. We train in advanced modules consisting of socialization, obedience and protection work. Some of our high-end clients use the dogs for multiple situations.\n\nWe like to see dogs that show \u201ccourage under fire\u201d but can also happily and safely play with children. I call this having an \u201con\/off switch,\u201d and we train this into every dog we work with. We accomplish this while socializing them as puppies and young adult animals.\n
Training Details<\/h4>\nWe employ neurological stimulation techniques, using firecrackers or small-caliber gunfire, for example, to get the dogs accustomed to loud noises, and we expose them to different types of stairs and flooring. A good trainer will differentiate between those animals capable of being simple family guard dogs and others that can handling multiple threats and locate explosives on behalf of high-risk clients. At this stage of training, I put the dogs through as many scenarios as I can think of to make them well rounded for handling the many different situations they could potentially be exposed to. Some may work out best as a protection dogs in service to executive-protection clients. Others are more suited to single moms worried about the safety of their children, families crossing international borders, retired couples in need of security, and business owners.\n\nIt takes two full years of intensive training, from when the dog is a pup, for an animal to be ready to become a personal-protection dog as well as part of the family environment. Manners, observation and a tactical approach are key elements we incorporate into our training, including familiarization with traveling in cars and becoming part of the \u201cpack,\u201d but with the dog always remaining on the alert for \u201cbad guys.\u201d\n\nAnd there are many bad guys out there. Training for real-world situations is critical. Gun and knife attacks, robberies and home invasions are essential training scenarios to cover with these types of dogs. The world is a dangerous place. But having another set of eyes and ears, plus a keen nose and teeth, can save your life. You have only seconds in a \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d situation when it arises. A tier-one executive-protection dog can be vital for an ordinary civilian or security team.\n
The Discriminating Dog<\/h4>\nThe dog has to be able to discriminate targets and \u201cread\u201d good and bad intentions in others; that includes on the street, in the office or when traveling. The dog might have to defend against a potential stalker or other high-risk threat. Being able to travel in aircraft, SUVs, in and out of hotels, private residences, offices and an assortment of job sites could all become part of this \u201cblack tie\u201d canine\u2019s daily assignments.\n\nFor the three-year-old executive-protection dog, we are looking at substantially more training and exposure. The more mature dog might receive cross-training in explosive detection work, which we perform more often than you might imagine. Sometimes we include drug detection work, such as for parents concerned about their children\u2019s friends. We also fulfill custom protection requests for particular requirements. The dog should be absolutely social in every way unless commanded otherwise, or if the situation escalates. The trainers and people involved with the dog are also essential. They all have to love people as much as the dogs.\n\nOngoing training for you and your protection dog is another key part of the formula. Just as with a pro MMA fighter or security guard, reinforcing skillsets is crucial to the dog\u2019s advanced training. This gives both the dog and the handler more confidence as well as a good workout. It also helps the owner in adjusting and maintaining their own approach to the animal.\n
Many Missions<\/h4>\nA good trainer is constantly on the go, developing puppies and young adult animals into effective working dogs, constantly flying and driving to various destinations, working overseas on security assignments and selecting new recruits to become elite furry protection agents.\n\nOver decades obtaining the very best German shepherds from either the Czech Republic or Slovakia for police forces, security personnel, military units and families, I\u2019ve developed many connections. We are proud to provide quality over quantity and produce only a relatively small number of dogs, only a litter or two a year, which helps to keep the standards high. These dogs are used for border patrol, street work, detecting drugs and explosives, tracking suspects and apprehending high-threat criminals. Some dogs work in tough prison environments, while others function in escorting VIPs on protection details.\n
K-9 Lessons<\/h4>\nOver the years of working in actual protection operations and listening to undercover and K-9 police officers, I\u2019ve learned a lot about what could go down once you get your dog and it assimilates into your family. Oftentimes, during broad daylight, criminals will try various tricks to gain access to your dwelling; for example by distracting you and having an accomplice break in through another access point you\u2019re not watching as the moment. Or you might face a nighttime home invasion, and\u2014with its superior hearing and vigilance\u2014the dog will react to the threat in less time than it would take you to retrieve and engage with a weapon.\n\nCarjacking is another potential threat. Many criminals are on drugs or otherwise unhinged. A dog can deter carjackers and keep you safe. Another scenario involves a criminal trying to kidnap a client in a park, or sexually assault a client who is running or hiking. I frequently hear of thieves trying to rob businesses they think might be \u201ceasy scores.\u201d If there are large amounts of cash or valuables on site, the criminals will case the shop or building to find the easiest way to perpetrate a crime. Criminals interviewed often state that the last thing they want to come up against is a trained dog.\n\nIt\u2019s not a safe world out there, especially considering that police typically react to crimes only after<\/em> they occur. And it usually takes cops 15 to 30 minutes to show up\u2014if they get there that fast. But an attack, and subsequent takedown by a trained dog, will take only seconds. The protection dog will recognize these threats while remaining social and playful.\n
Worth The Journey<\/h4>\nIt\u2019s a long road from a puppy being born to becoming a new member of the client\u2019s family, not just a tool or a weapon. Dogs are amazing creatures. Their innate ability to \u201cguard the flock\u201d is an essential trait for protection dogs.\n\nWe strive to keep abreast of the latest scientific information in genetics, nutrition and veterinary care. We also strive to utilize the most advanced equipment and training methods. Working with the best breeders and trainers to produce \u201csuper dogs\u201d has not been as easy task. But it\u2019s extremely rewarding for me to get a phone call or text from a client saying, \u201cYou\u2019ll never guess what Max just did!\u201d\n\nThis article is from a past issue of Personal Defense World magazine. Grab your copy at <\/em>OutdoorGroupStore.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>","post_title":"Protection Dogs: An Expert's Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"protection-dogs-expert-guide","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:41:35","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:41:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/05\/06\/protection-dogs-expert-guide\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127366,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-10-31 06:00:15","post_date_gmt":"2019-10-31 10:00:15","post_content":"Members of Delta Force and Army 75th Ranger Regiment elements conducted an historic, daring nighttime raid in Northwest Syria. The mission: kill or capture Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. And with the help of the now famously declassified dog known as Conan, U.S. Special Forces killed the infamous founder and leader of ISIS.\n\n[in_content post=\"207528\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n
Declassified Dog Hunts Terrorist<\/h2>\n\"Last night was a great night for the United States and for the World,\" President Donald Trump said in an issued statement. \"A brutal killer, one who has caused so much hardship and death, was violently eliminated \u2014 he will never again harm another innocent man, woman or child. He died like a dog. He died like a coward. The world is now a much safer place.\"\n\nWhile the lion's share of the credit rest with the Special Forces soldiers<\/a>, a trained K-9 played a critical role as well. The Belgian Malinois, identified Thursday morning as Conan, chased the terrorist leader deep into a tunnel. From there, al-Baghdadi cowardly detonated a suicide vest, ending his reign of terror.\n\n\u201cWe have declassified a picture of the wonderful dog (name not declassified) that did such a GREAT JOB in capturing and killing the Leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi!\u201d Trump wrote, according to washingtonpost.com<\/a>. \"Our canine, as they call \u2014 I call it a dog, a beautiful dog, a talented dog \u2014 was injured and brought back.\"\n\nConan will reportedly head to the White House \"sometime next week,\" according to a Tweet from Trump<\/a>.\n
Baghdadi Killed in Tunnel<\/h4>\nThe kill mission ends the reign of the ISIS leader reportedly responsible for countless murders and actions in the region. An heir to Al Qaeda, ISIS, under Baghdadi's watch, killed Americans Jim Foley, Steven Sotloff, Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller. ISIS committed public executions, forced religious conversions and brought untold violence to the Middle East. Now, thanks to SOCOM and its high-speed pooch, Baghdadi is dead.\n\n\"No U.S. personnel were lost in the operation, while a large number of Baghdadi\u2019s fighters and companions were killed with him,\" Trump said. \"He died after running into a dead-end tunnel, whimpering and crying and screaming. The compound had been cleared by this time, with people either surrendering or being shot and killed.\u00a0 Eleven young children were moved out of the house un-injured. The only ones remaining were Baghdadi in the tunnel, who had dragged three children with him to certain death. He reached the end of the tunnel, as our dogs chased him down. He ignited his vest, killing himself and the three children. His body was mutilated by the blast, but test results gave certain and positive identification.\"","post_title":"Declassified Dog: Here's the K-9 Who Helped Kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-08-15 15:40:42","post_modified_gmt":"2023-08-15 19:40:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/10\/31\/declassified-dog-kill-baghdadi\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129112,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-02-25 06:03:54","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-25 11:03:54","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/SSlb_KjGc_4\n\nA Volusia County Sheriff's Office K9<\/a> took down two armed robbery suspects recently. Moreover, the police dog ended a multi-agency chase that culminated in the woods in Florida. Above all, officer body cam footage captured the final moments of the chase, as the K9, named Endo, chased down the two suspects in the swamp.\n\n[in_content post=\"202927\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nThe incident began when the suspects allegedly hit a 7-11 convenience store, with both wearing masks and one man reportedly armed, according to a report by newsdaytonabeach.com<\/a>. The men, later identified as 29-year-old Jamier Scott and 29-year-old Darryl Duffy, robbed the store and fled, according to the report.\n\nThat sparked a chase that spanned county lines and included multiple units. Officers from Ormond Beach Police Department, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, and Volusia County Sheriff's Office all responded. Finally, Bunell and FCSO Police placed stop sticks on the highway, causing the suspects' vehicle to crash in a wooded area.\n
Volusia County K9 Responds<\/h3>\nThat's when VCSO K9 Endo responded on the scene. Footage shows the police dog crash through the bushes, into the dark. After a couple of minutes searching, the K9 locates the first suspect, grabbing him by the leg. The man screams \"I surrender, I surrender,\" under Endo's bite.\n\nBut the police dog wasn't done. After the first suspect was in custody, Endo plunged further into the woods, locating the second suspect in standing water, stopping him from fleeing.\n\nBoth suspects received medical attention from Flagler County Fire Rescue, according to newsdaytonabeach.com. Authorities charged both Scott and Duffy with robbery with a firearm and resisting arrest without violence. Additionally, Duffy faces charges of fleeing with disregard of safety and driving on a suspended license. Authorities are holding both suspects in custody at Flagler County Jail with no bond, according to newsdaytonabeach.com.","post_title":"VIDEO: Volusia County K9 Chases Down 2 Armed Robbery Suspects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-03 11:43:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-03 15:43:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/25\/volusia-county-k9-chases-armed-robbery\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129520,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-01-08 06:11:26","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-08 11:11:26","post_content":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E0ISr0dZ85Q\n\nTulsa Police recently released body cam<\/a> video that shows a suspect being apprehended after an apparent shockingly poor decision. Christian Bryant allegedly broke into a local Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Oklahoma. You know the FOP, where all the cops hang out. But then Cisco the police dog came on the scene.\n\n[in_content post=\"201901\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nPolice say a cleaning lady inside the lodge altered authorities that someone had broken in by smashing the front glass doors, according to a NewsOn6.com report<\/a>.\n
Police Dog Responds<\/h3>\nAfter officers methodically work their way through the building clearing rooms, footage clearly shows Cisco spring into action. First through the final door, the police dog pounces on Bryant, who immediately gives, writing in pain from the pooch's bite.\n\n\"Stop resisting,\" the responding officer commands.\n\n\"I am, I am, I am; I promise, I promise, I promise,\" Bryant cries.\n\nWith the suspect clearly stopped by the police dog, and the responding officer firmly in control, you'd think this story would be done. But alas, our alleged breaker of entry, well he just begun to entertain. The following exchange, straight out of Laurel and Hardy, succinctly illustrates the suspect's error in judgement.\n
No Laugh Track Needed<\/h3>\n\"What did I do?\" Bryant asks, incredibly.\n\n\"What do you think you did a**hole?\" the officer responds quickly. \"You broke a damn window out and entered the damn police lodge.\"\n\n\"Ow, the dog bit me,\" Bryant moans a few moments later.\n\nThe officer, now applying handcuffs to the suspect, immediately reports that Bryant is in custody and will need treatment for a dog bite. Then the tough love continues.\n\n\"Oh, stop being a baby. Stand up.\"\n\nAs the officer walks out the suspect, other officials inquire to the extent of his injuries, meanwhile heaping praise on Cisco the police dog. And then our officer takes provides one last zinger for the road.\n\n\"Do you realize what building this is?\"\n\n\"No,\" Bryant mumbles.\n\n\"You don't? You're about as dumb as a box of rocks aren't ya,\" the officer quips. Indeed, sir.\n\nAuthorities took Bryant to the hospital for treatment before taking him to jail, according to the report.","post_title":"VIDEO: Police Dog Bites Suspect Who Allegedly Broke Into Police Lodge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/01\/08\/tulsa-police-dog-captures-suspect\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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