Forget the pepper spray—These pups will have your back (and your heart)!

Ever get the feeling that your dog has a secret job—maybe as a bodyguard? You're probably not imagining it—despite the wagging tails and happy, lolling tongues, dogs are protective beings, carefully ...

You take your dog for a walk every day to keep them active and happy, but this can actually become risky in the summer heat.

Personal safety and the safety of loved ones are critical concerns. With this, there’s an interest in protection dogs—a unique and effective way to ensure security at home and in external environments ...

Protective dog breeds are often portrayed in movies as intense, constantly alert, and always ready for action. However, in the real world, living with a natural guardian is a much more nuanced and ...

Choosing the right dog depends on what you’re looking for—energy level, size, temperament, and lifestyle fit all matter. But for many people, a dog’s protective nature is high on the list. Some breeds ...

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Mike Israeli, the 38-year-old owner of Delta K9 Academy in Los Angeles. It has been edited for length and clarity. Dogs have always been a part of ...