ULTIMATE K9

Protection Dogs in

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Calm at home, confident in public, and ready when it matters—trained for everyday Minneapolis, Minnesota life.

42 years experience
real protection dog training
worldwide clients

Minneapolis has its own rhythm—school runs through Linden Hills, coffee stops in the North Loop, bike traffic along the Chain of Lakes, and winter sidewalks that test everyone’s footing. Our protection dog training is built for that life: a steady companion first, with trained protection on command when you ask.

Why choose ultimate k9 in minneapolis, minnesota

City-friendly obedience: 

Heel, place, and recall proofed around real distractions—crowded crosswalks, patio dining, joggers, and cyclists.

Apartment & elevator manners. Quiet settle, door etiquette, and lobby calm so common areas stay stress‑free.

Cold‑weather reliability. Focused heel with winter gear, steady footing on snowy paths, and neutral responses to plows and bundled crowds.

Family temperament: 

Kid-safe manners, neutral with guests, settles under a café table without begging.

Easy follow-ups: 

We plan local handovers and refreshers so progress sticks as your routine changes.

training around Minneapolis

  • Bde Maka Ska & Lake Harriet paths. Polite heel and reliable “place” around joggers, strollers, and bikes.
  • Stone Arch Bridge / St. Anthony Main. Focused heel amid weekend foot traffic and skyline photo stops.
  • Minnehaha Regional Park. Calm obedience on busy walkways and picnic areas (we follow posted rules and stay courteous to other visitors).
  • North Loop sidewalks & patios. Patio manners and a relaxed settle while you eat or meet friends.
  • Designated, fenced off‑leash areas (permit required). Controlled recall practice before generalizing to everyday routes.
We always follow city and park rules—leash where required; off‑leash only in designated dog parks with a valid permit.

Family Protection Dogs For Sale in minneapolis, minnesota

Browse our trained protection dogs for sale and family guard dogs with steady, people‑friendly temperaments. We place a variety of breeds—including Giant SchnauzerBelgian Malinois, and Doberman Pinscher—matched to your home, building, and lifestyle. Every placement includes a local handover and straightforward follow‑ups in Minneapolis..

What to expect

Call & Fit:

Talk with Patrick about home, family, property protection dogs needs

Match: 

We recommend the right dog or training plan.

Handover:

 Local handover with home, property and family training.

Follow-ups:

 Tuning up protection dog with real-life protection dog scenarios once or twice a year at client's request.

A Minneapolis, Minnesota Story

According to John355, two German Shepherd protection dogs from Ultimate K9 transformed his home. With expert protection dog training, they’re calm family protection dogs indoors and confident, obedient guard dogs in public—smart, loving, loyal, and truly trained protection dogs he trusts.

Actual quote

I am the happy owner of two shepherds from Ultimate K9. These two dogs are without a doubt the best dogs I have ever owned - the most loving and loyal companions who get along wonderfully with family and friends. They are smart.
John355
PROTECTION DOG OWNER
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA

Minneapolis, MN FAQs

Off-leash rules?

Leash required in public. In Minneapolis, dogs may not be in any street, park, school ground, or public place without being effectively restrained by chain or leash; off-leash is allowed only in officially designated areas

Do I need a city license?

License is required in Minneapolis for dogs; you’ll need proof of current rabies vaccination.

Are sessions kid-friendly?

Absolutely. We include polite greetings, leash handling, and household routines so everyone feels confident.

Do you meet in the city for training?

Yes—many handovers and refreshers happen in Minneapolis so your dog practices where you live.

talk to patrick today

He’ll help you choose the dog and plan that fit your life.

Ultimate K9 • 6170 S Packard Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110 • 414-764-5250 • 414-610-5250 Serving Minneapolis and all over Minnesota