Since 1994, Canine Protection International has built its reputation as the original family and estate protection dog company, placing fully trained protection dogs with private clients across the United States. CPI dogs are selected for stable temperament, real protection capability, and the ability to live naturally inside the home with children, guests, staff, and daily family routines. Each placement begins with a private consultation to understand the household, lifestyle, property, and level of protection needed before recommending the right dog. The result is not a traditional guard dog, but a composed, capable family protection dog that belongs in life it protects.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
Obedience trainingProgram details
Foundation obedience training that builds essential commands, manners, and communication between dogs and handlers.
Foundation and advanced obedience training to improve commands, manners, and handler communication.
Recall trainingProgram details
Training focused on improving control, responsiveness, and reliable obedience without relying on a leash.
SocializationProgram details
Behavior support
Aggression trainingProgram details
Behavior-focused training to help address unwanted behaviors while improving communication, control, and confidence.
Fear and confidenceProgram details
Specialized training designed to help fearful dogs build confidence, trust, and better responses through structured guidance.
How training happens
Group classesProgram details
Owner coachingCustomer-reportedProgram details
Dog age
PuppiesProgram details
Specialized training for German Shepherd puppies focused on obedience, confidence, socialization, and proper development.
Training level
Advanced obedienceProgram details
Advanced trainingProgram details
Advanced obedience and behavioral training designed to improve focus, reliability, and response in challenging environments.
Beginner trainingProgram details
Essential training that establishes obedience, communication, and the skills needed for advanced canine development.
Support between sessions
Follow-up supportProgram details
Personalized training plansProgram details
Photo updatesCustomer-reportedProgram details
Refresher trainingProgram details
Training sessions designed to reinforce previously learned behaviors and improve consistency.
Assistance and working dogs
Protection trainingProgram details
Custom-trained protection dogs with advanced obedience and protection skills tailored to meet individual lifestyle and security needs.
Specialized training programs that develop obedience, confidence, focus, and protection skills through professional canine training methods.
Professionally trained protection dogs available for clients looking for reliable, obedient, and well-developed canine companions.
Specialized protection training focused on obedience, control, confidence, and responsible working behaviors.
Premium trained protection dogs selected and developed for clients seeking exceptional obedience, stability, and personal security support.
Professionally trained protection dogs designed to provide companionship, loyalty, and peace of mind while maintaining excellent family manners and obedience.
Professional training programs focused on developing obedient, confident, and reliable family protection dogs with proper control and handling.
Other listed services
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Canine ProtectionProgram details
Professional canine protection training focused on obedience, control, confidence, and reliable behavior for families, individuals, and security-focused clients.
Canine SecurityProgram details
Professional canine security training focused on obedience, discipline, and controlled protective behaviors for security-focused needs.
Class TrainingProgram details
Structured group training sessions that help dogs develop obedience, social skills, and reliable responses in a controlled environment.
Customized TrainingProgram details
Personalized canine training programs created around the dog's temperament, goals, and owner's specific requirements.
Early TrainingProgram details
Early-stage training that builds essential obedience, confidence, and positive behaviors from a young age.
Estate ProtectionProgram details
Trained protection dogs designed for large properties and estates, combining strong obedience, controlled behavior, and reliable presence.
Executive ProtectionProgram details
Elite trained protection dogs developed for executives and individuals who require a highly disciplined personal security companion.
Family ProtectionProgram details
Trained family protection solutions focused on loyalty, obedience, and providing confidence for families seeking added security.
Guard DogsProgram details
Structured training focused on control, discipline, and protective behaviors while maintaining safe and manageable handling.
Maintenance TrainingProgram details
Continued training support to help maintain obedience, skills, and performance over time.
Management TrainingProgram details
Handler-focused training to help owners effectively manage, communicate with, and maintain control of their dogs.
Personal Security DogsProgram details
Professionally trained personal security dogs developed for individuals seeking a loyal companion with advanced obedience and protection skills.
Site TrainingProgram details
On-location training designed to help dogs adapt and perform reliably in their specific home, property, or working environment.
Specialized TrainingProgram details
Customized programs addressing specific goals, advanced skills, and individual dog requirements.
Guard dog trainingProgram details
Structured guard dog training focused on discipline, obedience, and controlled protective behavior.
Elite dog trainingProgram details
Advanced canine training programs designed to improve obedience, focus, confidence, and overall performance for high-level working dogs.
Security dog trainingProgram details
Professional security dog training that focuses on handler control, advanced obedience, and real-world working skills.
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Questions & answers
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What people have asked about this business.
What breeds does CPI specialize in for protection dogs?
We specialize in German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois, the two breeds best suited for elite family protection and executive protection. Their balanced temperament, intelligence, and reliability allow them to protect while remaining safe around children and other pets.
Community answer · Canine Protection International · 2025-11-21
How soon will I be able to have my protection dog?
We have a few fully trained dogs ready now. Others are in our program and typically 6–12 months from delivery. Each dog is raised in a family home and trained 12–18 months in Europe, followed by 3–6 months of advanced training in Dallas, TX.
Community answer · Canine Protection International · 2025-11-21
We offer Family and Executive Protection Dogs, specializing in German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois. These breeds are the most trusted for real protection and family companionship.
Community answer · Canine Protection International · 2025-11-21
5/5The guys at CPI are extremely professional and well-coordinated. They delivered our dog, York, and helped 3 people learn to handle him as efficiently as possible. He has been behaving extremely well since receiving him and it has been an awesome experience overall. They have not …Read full reviewClose full review
The guys at CPI are extremely professional and well-coordinated. They delivered our dog, York, and helped 3 people learn to handle him as efficiently as possible. He has been behaving extremely well since receiving him and it has been an awesome experience overall. They have not hesitated to answer any of my questions regarding York and have been very helpful throughout the entire process. I would 100% go back to them for another dog in the future.
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Dyane Holybee
5/5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional Trained Protection Dog from CPI
We received a fully trained protection dog from CPI, and we are beyond impressed. The training is absolutely top-tier—our dog is obedient, confident, and highly disciplined, with excellent control in both everyday and high-pr…Read full reviewClose full review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional Trained Protection Dog from CPI
We received a fully trained protection dog from CPI, and we are beyond impressed. The training is absolutely top-tier—our dog is obedient, confident, and highly disciplined, with excellent control in both everyday and high-pressure situations. CPI is honest, thorough, and deeply committed to producing reliable, well-balanced protection dogs. Most importantly, they stand behind their promises and follow through every step of the way. Their professionalism gave us complete confidence. We highly recommend CPI to anyone seeking serious, trustworthy dog training at the highest level.
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NIcholas Trawinski
5/5CPI has trained 3 dogs for us and we are about to get three more trained from them. Our dog Helga goes everywhere with us - OFF leash. And everyone is amazed at how she walks right next to us and isn’t distracted by anything or anyone. When it comes to protection we feel safe at …Read full reviewClose full review
CPI has trained 3 dogs for us and we are about to get three more trained from them. Our dog Helga goes everywhere with us - OFF leash. And everyone is amazed at how she walks right next to us and isn’t distracted by anything or anyone. When it comes to protection we feel safe at night with our five kids and our CPI dogs in the home guarding the family. If you are wanting a family protection dog - you will not be disappointed. There are tons of companies out there trying to offer the same service - I called them all before landing on CPI so let my experience save you the time and money. Start and finish your search with CPI, you won’t regret it!
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5/5I am a returning customer of CPI. I originally purchased an amazing female named Xenia, and I truly didn’t think I could ask for a better dog. This year she passed away and although she can never be replaced, I longed for another companion and protection dog. I reached out to th…Read full reviewClose full review
I am a returning customer of CPI. I originally purchased an amazing female named Xenia, and I truly didn’t think I could ask for a better dog. This year she passed away and although she can never be replaced, I longed for another companion and protection dog. I reached out to the owner of the company Alex Bois who helped me find the perfect dog for my needs. The entire experience was amazing, Alex took the time to listen to my specific needs to find me the perfect dog, "Walter". I had some special request for extra training, which Alex and his team executed perfectly. I wanted the dog to do a brace command, assist me in stressful situations, and to circle me when crowds get big. Since the day of delivery me and my dog Walter were so in tune I haven't needed to use a leash. What's most astounding is how chill Walter is in my home and his ability to go from 0 to 100 with a single command. Almost all the protection exercises we did while transferring Walter to me were with no equipment. Meaning Walter heard the command given, looked for the threat, saw them and showed aggression. I was so amazed and blown away by this. This is the difference between CPI and the other companies I have researched, everything they do whether it's obedience, or protection is functional for my life. Walter is so confident and easy going that you would never expect him to be a protection dog, that is, until he is instructed to do so! During training Walter was extensively brought in public, lived in Alex’s home, as well as was shown the picture of showing aggression on command to people at night, in public, in cars, in the home, and other daily activities. All of this was shown to me through videos as Walter was finishing training as well. Not only was I able to have full control of Walter on the delivery, but so was my wife and son. It was amazing to see him transfer to different members in my household and that we could all handle him with ease, no treats or balls needed, just love and affection! Having a dog from CPI is the best of both worlds, I could not be happier with Walter.
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Ran Reske
5/5After we had a break-in, we knew we needed to do something to feel safe again. We upped security at the house, but it felt very passive. We started looking for a protection dog to add to our family, when we started looking, we were overwhelmed with the amount of companies selling…Read full reviewClose full review
After we had a break-in, we knew we needed to do something to feel safe again. We upped security at the house, but it felt very passive. We started looking for a protection dog to add to our family, when we started looking, we were overwhelmed with the amount of companies selling these dogs. We met with several but were not impressed until we found Canine Protection International. From the start, the team at CPI was amazing, they took the time to match us with the right dog and walked us through everything during the delivery process. By the second day of the delivery, we were walking our new dog Kobe off leash in public, it was incredible. Our new dog Kobe gets along perfectly with our male sheepadoodle, along with our 3 children. It was important to us to have a normal dog that blended in with our lifestyle and that is exactly what CPI provided.
Kobe gave us our freedom and sense of security back. He’s so loving and calm around us but turns into a totally different dog when it’s time to protect. Knowing he’s here gives us peace of mind we haven’t had in a long time. The selection of Kobe, and the way he was trained makes him the perfect family dog, with the ability to turn it on and protect in a split second.
We’re so grateful to the entire CPI team for their professionalism and for giving us not just a protection dog, but a great family member. If you’re thinking about getting a dog like Kobe, I can’t recommend them enough.
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