FirstBarkWe had our dog Goose in the 5 week Board and Train Program with Jordan, and could not be happier with the results. The entire staff took great care of Goose. I would highly recommend this program. We look forward to working with Jordan again!
My BodyGuard German Shepherds
Marengo, Illinois
About My BodyGuard German Shepherds
My Bodyguard Dogs is Marengo’s premier all-breed training facility and world-class German Shepherd breeder. We specialize in balanced training for real-world reliability. From Board & Train and Group Classes to Private Lessons and Dock Diving, our expert team helps every dog excel. We also breed elite GSDs focused on superior health, genetics, and stable temperaments.
Training & services
Training goals
- Canine Good Citizen preparation Customer-reported
- Obedience training
- Puppy training Customer-reported
How training happens
- Board and train
- Day training Customer-reported
- Group classes
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training
Dog age
- Adult dogs
- Puppies
Training level
- Intermediate training Customer-reported
Dog sports
- Agility Customer-reported
- Dock diving
- IGP and protection sports
Training approach
- Balanced training
Additional services
- Boarding Customer-reported
- Grooming Customer-reported
Other listed services
View 3 additional details
- Breeding Program
- Dog Sport
- In Home
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
When and what is the cost for puppy training classes?
Doug the best advice I can give you is to call them and talk to Julie Saso, I will say that their training is 100 % perfection.
Community answer · Anthony Narbone · 2020-09-21
Our classes are 150.00 for a 6 week course. We are happy to talk with you about your dog and your training goals. Please feel free to call us at 815-568-0484
Community answer · My BodyGuard German Shepherds · 2020-09-21
How much are the dog
Our puppies are priced at $3500. We welcome a visit to meet us and our dogs and puppies!
Community answer · My BodyGuard German Shepherds · 2022-09-21
The dogs are cute there
Community answer · Elijah Garza · 2019-09-21
I believe it's 1800 n up depending on what you're looking for (imports) They're so worth it and much more. Big and beautiful puppies with a great temperament!
Community answer · Rachel Alvarado · 2019-09-21
Don't quote me on it but I think they sell puppies for 2500 each.
Community answer · Tyler Rudy · 2019-09-21
I have a pitbull terrier and I wanted to know is it possible to train her??? She's around 2 years but she's not much of a "guard" dog.
It truly depends on your dogs temperament, not every dog should be trained for personal protection. Go to a personal protection trainer to see if your dog would be a candidate.
Community answer · Breanna · 2020-09-21
Contact them... the trainers there are fantastic. I'm sure they can help you out. Either by doing private lessons, getting you enrolled in an obidence class, or by boarding your dog for training if that works best. They may want to do an "evaluation" of your pup first to see where she is at. I can't recommend this place enough. Have two shepherds from them that are incredible!
Community answer · Kris S · 2018-09-21
the name can be deceiving we have been going there to train our puppy everyone is friendly and though there if anyone can help your dog they can!
Community answer · Mike Charewicz · 2018-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.8
268 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- My bodyguard dogs 19
- Fun classes 15
- Obedience training 11
- Private lessons 11
- Board and train 8
- Clean facility 6
All 10 topics
- Kind trainer 6
- Reactive dog training 6
- Puppy kindergarten 3
- Protection training 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
My bodyguard dogs have an excellent staff. Very professional and very knowledgeable. We want to thank Jordan and Marissa for a great job they did with our puppies (Ellie & Cooper) . Jordan is so awesome and helped us a lot with our puppies. Thank you Jordan.
I can’t say enough good things about our experience with this dog training facility—especially our trainer, Jordan. From the start, he’s been incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and intuitive. We’re still in the early stages of training, but the progress my German Shepherd, Mia, h…Read full reviewClose full review
I can’t say enough good things about our experience with this dog training facility—especially our trainer, Jordan. From the start, he’s been incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and intuitive. We’re still in the early stages of training, but the progress my German Shepherd, Mia, has made already is amazing. Jordan has a natural ability to connect with dogs, and it’s clear that Mia not only respects him, but genuinely enjoys working with him. Their bond is something special, and that kind of trust between trainer and dog makes all the difference. His techniques are thoughtful, effective, and tailored to Mia’s specific needs. I truly believe we’re in the best hands, and I’m beyond grateful to be working with someone as skilled and compassionate as Jordan. Highly recommend!
We recently finished the Puppy Head Start program with our miniature golden doodle Milly! We adopted Milly very young from a shelter and we wanted to get her formal training to build good behaviours and habits going forward. My BodyGuard was recommended to us from our vet, but we…Read full reviewClose full review
We recently finished the Puppy Head Start program with our miniature golden doodle Milly! We adopted Milly very young from a shelter and we wanted to get her formal training to build good behaviours and habits going forward. My BodyGuard was recommended to us from our vet, but we were told they normally don't train small dog breeds. Luckily, a recent addition to their team, Jordan, was willing to take her on and work with us. Jordan has been great throughout the process! We received daily updates and pictures with Milly's progress. Now that she's home, she's doing really well with her new training. Jordan has also been following up with us with extra tips and advice, even though the formal training has been completed. Overall, we've been very satisfied with everything they've done.
Jordan was excellent and very patient with my fur legged friend Blitz and I. He gave me his cell number to call if I have any questions at all. We live 96 miles one way from the training center. The whole staff was wonderful and very helpful. Lisa Z.
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