Private Family Protection Dogs
REal protection. No rehearsals.
Developed under the Real Defense Protocol,
our dogs are trained for civil environments,
real pressure, and absolute control.
Private Family Protection Dogs
REal protection. No rehearsals.
Developed under the Real Defense Protocol,
our dogs are trained for civil environments,
real pressure, and absolute control.
Watch this before applying for a Protection Dog.
What Sets Our Dogs Apart
Civil Threat Discernment
Trained to identify real threats in everyday environments, without confusion or unnecessary aggression.
Equipment-Free Commitment
Capable of decisive response without dependency on sleeves, suits, or staged equipment.
Immediate Off-Switch
Absolute control under pressure. Release on command. Stability before and after engagement.
SEE what a real Protection Dog looks like
Every dog is trained under our Real Defense Protocol built for civilian environments, not sport fields.
What you are about to see is not rehearsed choreography or equipment-driven performance.
It is controlled, real-world protection with a clear on/off switch.
Calm in public.
Decisive under pressure.
Fully responsive to the handler.
wHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
Protection built for real civilian life, not staged demonstrations.
Real Threat Discernment
Proven Under Pressure
Civilian Environment Proofed
Absolute Off-Switch
Built on Experience. Proven Worldwide.
700+
Dogs Placed Worldwide
Successfully delivered to families across the globe.
30+
Countries Served
International clients trusting our standards.
15+ Years
Professional Breeding & Development
A decade and a half refining structure, temperament and performance.
150+
Verified Client Reviews
Consistent feedback across multiple platforms.
Led by Rui Navarro
Rui NAVARRO
Rui Navarro is the founder and lead trainer behind TYR Protection Dogs.
With over 15 years of professional breeding and development experience and more than 30 years working with dogs his focus is clear: real-world civilian protection built on control, stability and discernment.
Author of a best-selling book on working-line development, Rui has placed over 700 dogs worldwide and built an international reputation for producing stable, capable, and reliable working dogs.
Every protection dog is developed under the Real Defense Protocol, prioritizing clear threat assessment, absolute handler control, and seamless integration into family life.
Together with his wife, Rui raises and develops dogs in a real home environment, ensuring social neutrality, environmental stability, and calm behavior outside of threat scenarios.
SANDRA FREITAS
Santa Freitas plays a key role in the daily development and social integration of our dogs.
She focuses primarily on puppy foundation work, early obedience, environmental exposure, and structured socialization — ensuring each dog develops stability, neutrality, and confidence from an early stage.
As a mother and active presence in the home environment where our dogs are raised, Santa contributes to the natural integration of dogs with children, family routines, and real-life civilian settings.
She also assists in obedience refinement and supports the protection training process, helping maintain balance between control, structure, and social stability.
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Private Consultation.
Every placement begins with a private consultation.
We evaluate your environment, security concerns, lifestyle, and expectations to determine the right protection dog for your situation.
Our dogs are placed selectively to ensure the right match for both family and handler.
Complete the application form and we will contact you directly to schedule your consultation.
Control • Stability • Discernment
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