Patrol (security) dog and handler teams are considered more effective than lone, unarmed or even armed human guards for specific tasks, with some estimates suggesting they are up to 5 times more effective.

Dog security refers to the use of trained protection dogs for various security purposes. Dogs have been

 used for safety and protection for centuries due to their keen sense and instincts in private security, safeguarding properties, premises or individuals. One of the main aims of a security dog is to deter potential threats. The presence of a trained security dog can act as a deterrent to criminals, trespassers, or individuals with malicious intent. The perception that a property or area is protected by a security dog can discourage unauthorised or criminal activities.

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So why are security dogs more effective?
Superior Senses: A dog’s sense of smell is 10,000 to 100.000 times more acute than a human, allowing them to detect intruders, hidden individuals from a distance long before they are visible. They can also hear from four times the distance of a human.

Unmatched deterrence: The presence of a trained dog has a strong psychological impact that often forces criminals to move to an easier target. A barking dog is the second most powerful deterrent to burglars behind or beside CCTV.

Incorruptibility and focus: Unlike human guards, who can become distracted by phones, fall asleep, or be bribed, dogs are intensely loyal to their handler and focused solely on their patrolling duties.

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Faster, more efficient searching: They can patrol and search large or complex areas faster than humans saving it time and money.

Increased safety and protection: Patrol dogs protect their handlers and public from danger.

Complementing technology: K9 units enhance surveillance systems, such as CCTV, by providing a physical, mobile response capability to alert.
Cost effective: One dog and handler team can often cover the same area as multiple static guards.
Adaptability: They are effective in various environments, including remote, dimly lit or vacant sites.
Proactive throat management: They identify potential threats early often before they become visible to human security officers.

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Conclusion:

In a world where security treats are constantly evolving, security dogs have proven themselves as indispensable allies, bringing unparalleled protection to your property.

 

For preventing intrusion, protecting high value assets and monitoring large, occupied or empty areas security dogs are more affective. However, the best security set up often a combination of both a security dog for patrolling and human employee’s being observant and reporting anything suspicious such as strangers/unauthorised people walking about or anything that looks out of place or has been disturbed or damaged.