Elite Personal Protection Dogs & Professional Dog Training
Professionally trained protection dogs and advanced obedience programs developed by Kris Taylor in San Diego, California.
Professional Dog Training Built on Real Working Dog Experience
Taylor Made Working Dogs provides elite dog training programs designed to develop confident, obedient, and stable dogs for families and professionals.
Led by professional working dog trainer Kris Taylor, every program is built on decades of experience in protection dog training and working line German Shepherd development.
From advanced obedience training to fully trained personal protection dogs, the focus is simple: develop dogs that perform reliably in real-world environments.
Our Services
Board and Train Programs
Immersive training programs where dogs live and train in a structured environment, developing reliable obedience and calm behavior in real-world environments.
Personal Protection Dogs
Fully trained personal protection dogs developed to combine stable family temperament with real-world protection capability.
Working Line German Shepherds
Working line German Shepherds bred through the Von Taylorhof program, selected for intelligence, temperament, and trainability.
Meet Kris Taylor
Kris Taylor is one of the most experienced personal protection dog trainers in the United States.
Raised in the working dog world and mentored by top Schutzhund and protection sport trainers, Kris has spent decades developing dogs capable of performing at the highest levels of obedience and protection training.
His program focuses on producing dogs that combine:
• strong obedience
• stable temperament
• controlled protection ability
Each dog is trained to meet a clear standard before placement.
Why Choose Us
Professional Experience
Decades of working dog training experience at the highest levels of protection sport and obedience.
Proven Training Methods
Structured training systems designed to produce reliable long-term obedience and stability.
Selective Breeding
Working line German Shepherds bred for temperament, intelligence, and trainability.
Real-World Reliability
Dogs are trained in real environments to ensure reliable performance outside of controlled training fields.
Trusted by Families & Professionals
Train a Dog You Can Trust
Whether you’re looking for advanced obedience training or a professionally trained personal protection dog, Taylor Made Working Dogs provides elite training programs designed to produce confident, reliable dogs.
F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked Questions About Protection Dog Training
A personal protection dog is professionally trained to protect its handler or family while maintaining a stable temperament in everyday environments. Unlike guard dogs, protection dogs are trained to remain calm and social unless given a specific command or confronted with a legitimate threat.
These dogs combine advanced obedience training with controlled protection skills so they can live safely in family environments.
A board and train program is an intensive training program where a dog stays with a professional trainer for a period of time while receiving daily structured training.
These programs help develop strong obedience, behavioral stability, and reliable communication between the dog and its handler.
Most board and train programs last 3 to 6 weeks, depending on the dog’s experience level and training goals.
During this time, dogs receive daily professional instruction that helps accelerate learning and build consistent obedience behaviors.
A guard dog is trained to defend property or territory, often working independently.
A personal protection dog, however, is trained to work under the direct control of a handler. These dogs are taught advanced obedience and respond to commands rather than acting independently.
This makes protection dogs far more suitable for family environments.
Many dogs enter board and train programs between 6 months and 2 years of age, although training can be customized depending on the dog’s needs.
The most common protection dog breeds include:
German Shepherd
Belgian Malinois
Dutch Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Taylor Made Working Dogs specializes in working line German Shepherds, which are widely recognized for their balance of protection capability and family stability.
Fully trained protection dogs typically range from $40,000 to over $100,000, reflecting the extensive training, evaluation, and development required to produce a reliable dog capable of performing protection work safely.
Yes. Properly trained personal protection dogs are specifically trained to maintain calm, controlled behavior around families and children.
Protection training emphasizes obedience, stability, and handler control, ensuring the dog only responds to real threats or direct commands.
Protection dogs are trained through a structured program that includes:
- advanced obedience training
- environmental exposure
- controlled protection exercises
- handler communication training
This process ensures the dog can perform reliably while remaining calm and stable in everyday situations.
Before a dog is placed with a client, owners receive guidance on how to reinforce commands and maintain the training system that keeps the dog reliable.
Dogs can begin structured training at a young age, but advanced training programs are typically most effective once a dog has developed sufficient maturity and focus.
Many dogs enter board and train programs between 6 months and 2 years of age, although training can be customized depending on the dog’s needs.
The most common protection dog breeds include:
German Shepherd
Belgian Malinois
Dutch Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Taylor Made Working Dogs specializes in working line German Shepherds, which are widely recognized for their balance of protection capability and family stability.
Fully trained protection dogs typically range from $40,000 to over $100,000, reflecting the extensive training, evaluation, and development required to produce a reliable dog capable of performing protection work safely.
The cost of a professionally trained personal protection dog varies depending on the dog’s training level, genetics, and experience.
Fully trained protection dogs typically range from $40,000 to over $100,000, reflecting the extensive training, evaluation, and development required to produce a reliable dog capable of performing protection work safely.
Several breeds are commonly used for personal protection training because of their intelligence, stability, and trainability.
The most common protection dog breeds include:
German Shepherd
Belgian Malinois
Dutch Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Taylor Made Working Dogs specializes in working line German Shepherds, which are widely recognized for their balance of protection capability and family stability.
Fully trained protection dogs typically range from $40,000 to over $100,000, reflecting the extensive training, evaluation, and development required to produce a reliable dog capable of performing protection work safely.
Protection dogs require owners who understand how to maintain obedience structure and clear communication.
Before a dog is placed with a client, owners receive guidance on how to reinforce commands and maintain the training system that keeps the dog reliable.