Vacant properties and open sites are particularly vulnerable to a range of threats, including theft, vandalism, squatting, illegal encampments, and fly-tipping.
Effective Vacant Property Security.
The formidable presence of a trained security dog accompanied by a professional handler acts as a powerful deterrent, often dissuading potential offenders before they even attempt to breach the property. This proactive approach ensures that your vacant site remains unattractive to those with malicious intent.
Security dogs possess extraordinary sensory capabilities that set them apart from traditional security measures. With sharp hearing, exceptional sight, and an incredible sense of smell, a trained security dog can detect potential breaches long before their handler can see, hear, or sense the threat. This heightened awareness makes security dogs particularly effective for guarding vacant properties or expansive, exposed sites, where suspicious activities might occur beyond a human guard’s line of sight. Whether it’s detecting movement in low-visibility conditions or identifying intruders at a distance, security dogs provide unmatched protection.
Cost efficient and safe.
In addition to offering superior threat detection, security dog and handler teams provide a cost-effective solution for securing vacant properties, yards, and open land. A single dog unit can cover a much larger area than multiple static security guards, reducing the need for additional personnel while maintaining or even enhancing overall security. This efficiency helps businesses save money without compromising on safety or protection.
The presence of a security dog also enhances the safety of the handler and other personnel on-site. Security dogs are trained not only to detect threats but also to protect their handlers in the rare instances when direct engagement with an intruder occurs. Their ability to deter and defend makes them an invaluable asset in maintaining the security of vacant properties and ensuring the safety of those tasked with guarding them.
Whether you are securing a construction site, a vacant building, or a large open area, our highly trained security dog units provide a reliable, proactive, and cost-efficient solution. By choosing a dog and handler team, you’re investing in a level of security that not only deters potential threats but also offers peace of mind that your property is being protected by some of the most effective measures available.
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Accreditations.
Trained and qualified K9 Security Dogs and Dog Handlers.
As part of our commitment to exceptional quality and animal welfare, React K9 is a member of NASDU, the National Association of Security Dog Users.
All our dog handlers are SIA (Security Industry Authority) licensed and certificated by NASDU or an equivalent. Using certificated handlers is critical to our promise of quality as it guarantees the dog has passed a comprehensive and professional training programme and is classed as ‘safe’ for deployment. It also means the dog handlers are trained and are classified as ‘competent’ in handling their dog. Certification also places strong importance on the welfare of the dog – a core part of our company ethos.
All security dogs undergo regular training including ‘scenario’ training, guaranteeing a dog will respond reliably and consistently to a live threat.
