In Protection Scenario - Whom Will The Dog Attack?

Handlers lose bites—not because they train too little, but because they train the wrong picture. In this video, we break down how working dogs actually select targets: the closest, the thing that moves, and what sticks out (often the offending/weapon arm). We contrast prey vs. defense drive, show where equipment orientation and familiar decoys mislead dogs, and explain why a dog that slaloms through crowds in training can mis-target on the street. You’ll also see why long-line control matters during tracks, when to go off-leash, and how to perform a physical lift-off instead of stacking verbal “outs” that get you hammered in court. Plus: Israeli-style posture targeting (standing vs. prone), handler geometry (no friendlies in the half-circle), and why some dogs won’t out after a real fight. Join my teaching membership Behavior Modification & No Nonsense (Out of Drive) Obedience Dog Training. To learn more click here https://www.alpinek9real.com/ To Purchase Instructional Videos: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.alpinek9real.com/personal... Call or email Hans if you are interested in a puppy or adult dog : (602) 332 - 4404 [email protected] Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠ Facebook:   / 443424269392662   Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: why targeting fails in real life 01:00 – Closest, moving, sticks-out: 3 instincts that drive bites 02:30 – Redirection risks: when bystanders appear 04:00 – Sport vs street: equipment orientation & familiar decoys 06:00 – Hostage example: posture targeting in Israel 07:30 – Long line vs off-leash: handler control & safety 09:30 – Lift-off vs verbal “out” (legal realities) 11:30 – Real fight stories: why dogs change after first hit 13:00 – Certification traps vs real training 15:00 – Key takeaways & handler mindset 16:30 – Resources, AlpineK9 manual & membership