“I want to see dogs live normal, active lives and still pass health testing—not just dogs kept in bubble wrap.” – Amy Pishner At Valor Protection Dogs in Boise, Idaho, we take a unique approach to raising our German Shepherds that directly impacts their long-term health testing for German Shepherds in Boise, Idaho results. Unlike…
Introducing The Puppy Head Start Book by Amy Pishner At Valor Protection Dogs, our clients expect nothing but the best in training, breeding, and professionalism. That’s why we are proud to share that our founder, Amy Pishner, has become a published author. The Puppy Head Start Book by Amy Pishner will be released in January…
“I didn’t start this business for money. I started it because I saw too many families getting the wrong dogs from the wrong people. I knew I could do better—and I do.” — Amy Pishner, Founder of Valor Protection Dogs Amy Pishner brings a unique blend of military service and police canine experience, coupled with over…
At Valor Protection Dogs, we get a lot of great questions from prospective clients. Here are answers to the most common protection dog FAQs we receive. 1. Do you currently have any dogs available? Right now, we do not have any protection dogs available. We’re heading in the direction of offering custom…
A New Era Begins — Breeding the Best of the Best We’ve spent more than a decade training some of the finest German Shepherd in the world—from elite-level protection dogs to reliable service dogs and well-balanced companions. After years of working with imported bloodlines and hand-selecting dogs from top European kennels, we’re excited to share…
If you’re considering investing in a personal or family protector, understanding dog drives for protection dogs is essential. Drives are the internal motivations that influence how a dog behaves in training, in the home, and under real-world pressure. At Valor Protection Dogs, we assess, develop, and balance these drives to build reliable, confident protectors. Here’s…
At Valor Protection Dogs, we don’t just train protection dogs—we raise safe, stable, family-ready guardians. Whether it’s a child holding the leash or a grandparent giving a command, our dogs respond with calm obedience and total clarity. That level of control doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of our balanced training method and an intentional,…
When you’re investing in a protection dog, choosing the right breeder is everything. In this protection dog buyer testimonial, one client shares how a devastating first experience led her to Valor—and how Tess, a fully trained adult dog, changed her life. A Cautionary Tale from Another Breeder Years ago, this client purchased a German…
We are excited to announce an expansion of our services to now include custom protection dogs available tailored specifically to your unique needs and lifestyle. While we continue to raise a small number of exceptional dogs (only 1-2 at a time), we also offer fully customized protection dogs—carefully bred, raised, and trained to match your…
Recently, a buyer reached out and asked about Protection Dog Freya, our Czech female German Shepherd. He asked what level of IPO/IGP she is. I told him that she is not titled in IGP because she is trained in personal protection. In this article, I explain the differences between IGP protection and Personal Protection Dog…