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 preparationCustomer-reported
Obedience training
Puppy trainingCustomer-reported
How training happens
Board and train
Day trainingCustomer-reported
Group classes
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Adult dogs
Puppies
Training level
Intermediate trainingCustomer-reported
Dog sports
AgilityCustomer-reported
Dock diving
IGP and protection sports
Training approach
Balanced training
Additional services
BoardingCustomer-reported
GroomingCustomer-reported
Other listed services
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Breeding Program
Dog Sport
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Questions & answers
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What 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
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.
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!
5/5We’ve had an amazing experience with My BodyGuard German Shepherds! Jordan has been working closely with our 6 year old son Maximus, teaching him how to confidently work with our 5 month old Doberman puppy Maverick, and the progress has been incredible. We’ve also started scent t…Read full reviewClose full review
We’ve had an amazing experience with My BodyGuard German Shepherds! Jordan has been working closely with our 6 year old son Maximus, teaching him how to confidently work with our 5 month old Doberman puppy Maverick, and the progress has been incredible. We’ve also started scent training, which has been such a fun and rewarding process to watch.
Jordan is truly an outstanding trainer — knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely cares about both the Maverick and the family. He’s especially great with our kids, always kind, encouraging, and supportive, which makes the whole experience even better.
We honestly believe he’s one of the best trainers out there. Highly recommend My BodyGuard German Shepherds to anyone looking for top-quality training and support!
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Vickie Peter
5/5
We are very pleased with the great training and help we have received from Eric at My BodyGuard. We have taken both private and group lessons helping our boy Duncan become a great family dog. Eric has patiently helped us through a variety of puppy behaviors. Thank you to the entire staff who have all never hesitated to assist us. Looking forward to good things together in the future!
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Kyle Clem
5/5
I’m beyond happy with Scar’s five-week board and train program at My Bodyguard Dogs! Jordan did an amazing job. Scar’s place skills, obedience, and off-leash training have improved so much. The field trips were a great touch, too! This program not only made my dog obedient but allows me to build trust and a strong relationship with my dog! Highly recommend!
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Lena Buretz
5/5Thank you Julie and Marty for hiring such a knowledgeable experienced and calm patient person to train my puppy/now 9 month old terrific and handsome dog. I have purchased 3 dogs from MBGD over the years and Eric has been the best trainer I had. He is so good with Paddington and …Read full reviewClose full review
Thank you Julie and Marty for hiring such a knowledgeable experienced and calm patient person to train my puppy/now 9 month old terrific and handsome dog. I have purchased 3 dogs from MBGD over the years and Eric has been the best trainer I had. He is so good with Paddington and he loves coming to class. He can be a handful and if it weren’t for Eric I might have given up. Eric has been able to teach me how to be a better trainer for my dog. I needed to learn different techniques in order for me to help understand Paddington. Everyone at MBGD is so helpful and kind.
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Veronica
5/5We had an incredible experience with My Bodyguard Dogs while training our Doberman pup, Rudy. We traveled a long distance just to check them out, fully expecting that it might not be something we could commit to—but that changed on day one.
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We had an incredible experience with My Bodyguard Dogs while training our Doberman pup, Rudy. We traveled a long distance just to check them out, fully expecting that it might not be something we could commit to—but that changed on day one.
From the moment we arrived, we were met with a warm welcome, professionalism, and a clear dedication to Rudy’s training and well-being. It didn’t take long for us to feel confident that this was the right place for him.
A special thank you to Jordan and the entire team for their guidance, availability whenever we had questions, and their amazing approach with our kids. The environment was truly family-friendly, and it was clear how much they genuinely care—not just about training dogs, but about supporting families and their new furry members.
We’re so grateful for the experience and highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-tier training with a personal touch!
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