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My BodyGuard German Shepherds

Marengo, Illinois

4.8/5· 268 Google reviews

About My BodyGuard German Shepherds

My Bodyguard Dogs is Marengo’s premier all-breed training facility and world-class German Shepherd breeder. We specialize in balanced training for real-world reliability. From Board & Train and Group Classes to Private Lessons and Dock Diving, our expert team helps every dog excel. We also breed elite GSDs focused on superior health, genetics, and stable temperaments.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Canine Good Citizen preparation Customer-reported
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training Customer-reported

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Day training Customer-reported
  • Group classes
  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Adult dogs
  • Puppies

Training level

  • Intermediate training Customer-reported

Dog sports

  • Agility Customer-reported
  • Dock diving
  • IGP and protection sports

Training approach

  • Balanced training

Additional services

  • Boarding Customer-reported
  • Grooming Customer-reported

Other listed services

View 3 additional details
  • Breeding Program
  • Dog Sport
  • In Home

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Questions & answers

From Google

What people have asked about this business.

When and what is the cost for puppy training classes?

Doug the best advice I can give you is to call them and talk to Julie Saso, I will say that their training is 100 % perfection.

Community answer · Anthony Narbone · 2020-09-21

Our classes are 150.00 for a 6 week course. We are happy to talk with you about your dog and your training goals. Please feel free to call us at 815-568-0484

Community answer · My BodyGuard German Shepherds · 2020-09-21

Question on Google
How much are the dog

Our puppies are priced at $3500. We welcome a visit to meet us and our dogs and puppies!

Community answer · My BodyGuard German Shepherds · 2022-09-21

The dogs are cute there

Community answer · Elijah Garza · 2019-09-21

I believe it's 1800 n up depending on what you're looking for (imports) They're so worth it and much more. Big and beautiful puppies with a great temperament!

Community answer · Rachel Alvarado · 2019-09-21

Don't quote me on it but I think they sell puppies for 2500 each.

Community answer · Tyler Rudy · 2019-09-21

Question on Google
I have a pitbull terrier and I wanted to know is it possible to train her??? She's around 2 years but she's not much of a "guard" dog.

It truly depends on your dogs temperament, not every dog should be trained for personal protection. Go to a personal protection trainer to see if your dog would be a candidate.

Community answer · Breanna · 2020-09-21

Contact them... the trainers there are fantastic. I'm sure they can help you out. Either by doing private lessons, getting you enrolled in an obidence class, or by boarding your dog for training if that works best. They may want to do an "evaluation" of your pup first to see where she is at. I can't recommend this place enough. Have two shepherds from them that are incredible!

Community answer · Kris S · 2018-09-21

the name can be deceiving we have been going there to train our puppy everyone is friendly and though there if anyone can help your dog they can!

Community answer · Mike Charewicz · 2018-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.8
out of 5268 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • My bodyguard dogs 19
  • Fun classes 15
  • Obedience training 11
  • Private lessons 11
  • Board and train 8
  • Clean facility 6
All 10 topics
  • Kind trainer 6
  • Reactive dog training 6
  • Puppy kindergarten 3
  • Protection training 2

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100 collected reviews

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Michele Melle
5/5
Such a big difference with our 4 month old Mini Bernese after a 2 week board & train with MBGD! He is way more receptive to learning and commands. We had trouble with potty training prior to the board & train; we have not had an accident since bringing him home. Eric was the trai…Read full reviewClose full review

Such a big difference with our 4 month old Mini Bernese after a 2 week board & train with MBGD! He is way more receptive to learning and commands. We had trouble with potty training prior to the board & train; we have not had an accident since bringing him home. Eric was the trainer who worked with our pup during his stay. I was so appreciative of the daily updates. And when he wasn't with our pup, the other trainers and staff at MBGD would post updates as well. Eric not only spent so much quality time and training with our pup during his stay, but he also set us up for success by showing us all the ways we can continue the training at home. I feel so much more confident with home training because of Eric's instruction. Impressed is an understatement! The trainers, staff and facility at MBGD are truly the BEST! Thank you Eric, Julie, and all the staff who cared for our sweet pup during his stay!

Lori Mercure
5/5

Our GSD, Baron, went to My Body guard dogs for a two week board and train. I cannot say enough good things about this business and Baron's Trainer Eric Baldazo. Baron is a nervous dog, Eric and team went the extra mile to make sure he felt comfortable. We will definitely be back!!

Amanda Huisman
5/5

This establishment is great! Everyone is so friendly and attentive! Always answering any questions willingly. Trainers Mckenzy and Carlos are awesome and guiding our puppy Roxy to her full potential! Highly recommend for training.

Dr Debra Blight DVM
5/5
Spectacular teamwork between the Trainers. I had a private session with Quinn & my Trainer, Eric Baldazo. We were having some trouble thinking of a way to get Quinn to respond to a specific task, but nothing was working. Mckenzy Price is another Trainer at My BodyGuard Dogs. She …Read full reviewClose full review

Spectacular teamwork between the Trainers. I had a private session with Quinn & my Trainer, Eric Baldazo. We were having some trouble thinking of a way to get Quinn to respond to a specific task, but nothing was working. Mckenzy Price is another Trainer at My BodyGuard Dogs. She was busy doing something, but she saw Quinn and I were struggling, and I was getting really frustrated. Mckenzy stopped what she was doing and came over to help out. First, she calmed me down because your dog picks up on your feelings, so Quinn was getting very anxious. Mckenzy had me go through the specific task so she could evaluate what was going on. Right away, Mckenzy identified the problem. She had me make a few adjustments, and Quinn responded! You and your dog also have to work as a team. Saturday was Intermediate Obedience class graduation. We had to pass the CGC (Canine Good Citizen) test, too. Because of Mckenzy's help, Quinn passed the test. We were given our AKC, CGC Blue Ribbon & Certificate! If Mckenzy didn't jump in and offer her help & advice, Quinn and I had a good chance of not passing his test. I immediately signed Quinn up for the next class in the progression of his training. Mckenzy is the Trainer for that class! It's a very challenging class because we won't be working at My BodyGuard Dogs. The class is held at a Cabela's where there's a lot of people & many distractions. I know Mckenzy will work us hard, but I also know she'll be there to help us succeed. The teamwork that the Trainer's displayed is part of why My BodyGuard Dogs is so successful! Thank you Mckenzy!!

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