Dog protection handler teams can add a strong level of security to your premises and are often seen as a deterrent to would-be criminals. The team of a dog and handler combine to provide an effective level of security that can work alongside uniformed and electronic security measures.
Whether they’re stopping squatters from occupying a vacant building, preventing theft at a warehouse or keeping crowd control in check at an event, dog handlers are fully trained to protect your premises with their highly-trained dogs. They have a set of guidelines that they must follow, to ensure the welfare and happiness of their animals. This includes a number of things, such as adequate training procedures, kenneling, equipment and the handling of the animal during their shifts.
Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Security Dog Handler?
Working as a security dog handler requires you to form a close bond with your canine partner, so it’s important that you have the right personality for the job. This includes being able to spend unsociable hours alone, being self-motivated and having a keen eye for detail. You must also be able to maintain the discipline required to train your dog, so they can carry out their security duties in the way that you need them to.
Many dog handlers train their own dogs from a young age, whilst others purchase pre-trained pups. Both have their pros and cons and it’s up to you to decide which option is best for you. During the training process, the dog must be taught to recognise threats, remain calm in stressful situations and to work with you as a team. This takes time and effort to get the right results but is vital to the safety of yourself, your dog and the people you’re protecting.
Security dog handlers are often called on to assist with the search of vehicles and buildings, as well as being deployed at events like concerts, festivals, fairs, exhibitions and sports tournaments for crowd control purposes. They’re also utilised at commercial and industrial sites, banks, shops and other locations that require high levels of security.
In addition to these key areas, security dog handlers are also used in a wide range of other roles including building and perimeter patrols, escorts for VIPs, and providing support to law enforcement agencies on special operations.
As a professional security company, we are proud to be an approved member of NASDU, the National Association of Security Dog Users. This gives us a stamp of approval that shows we follow their strict standards in terms of the welfare and care of our dogs while they’re at work. This is a huge benefit to clients, as it gives them the peace of mind that they’re using a security company who will treat their assets with care and respect.