Why is demand for personal protection dogs rising ?
5 February - 9 minsDemand for so-called “personal protection dogs” is surging in the UK. Once the preserve of celebrities and security professionals, these highly trained animals – taught to bite, hold and release on command – are now being marketed as family pets and living alarm systems. Supporters say they offer reassurance in an age of rising crime, but critics warn of serious risks: to public safety, to owners’ legal liability, and to the dogs themselves. But is the same practice happening here at home?
Robbie Owens, Founder of Blackstar K9 training, joined Sean to explain.
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