FirstBarkI have been bringing my german shepherd for training with Eric since she was 8 weeks old. She is now almost a year old and just graduated the CGCU class. Eric is a fantastic trainer! He really takes the time to teach you and your dog everything. You can tell he has a real passion for what he does.
My BodyGuard German Shepherds
Marengo, Illinois
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
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- Breeding Program
- Dog Sport
- In Home
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat 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
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
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 listing4.8
268 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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Been working with Jordan towards my dog getting service dog certified. Its only been 2 months and my dog is like a completely different dog. Happy and obedient. Great trainers here.
I started taking my puppy to MBGD when she was 10 weeks old. She is almost 2 and we continue to enroll in classes with our trainer, Eric, because of the advanced skills he is able to teach us. We have worked with Eric for almost 2 years and I could not be more happy with what my …Read full reviewClose full review
I started taking my puppy to MBGD when she was 10 weeks old. She is almost 2 and we continue to enroll in classes with our trainer, Eric, because of the advanced skills he is able to teach us. We have worked with Eric for almost 2 years and I could not be more happy with what my dog has learned. Eric adapts to my dog’s needs and has helped me a ton as a first time puppy owner. We have so much fun in his classes/private sessions. Eric is honest, kind, and clear about what both the owner and dog can work on. I always look forward to our weekly class!
We have been bringing our pup here for all of her training. Eric has been great with the group classes that we attend as well as the day training! The day training with him has made a huge difference in a short time with our dog and we are excited to see the outcome at the end.
I have a 6 yr old very dog reactive Rhodesian Ridgeback. Making it very hard to take for walks or in the car. I signed up for a few lessons and had Jordan. By the second session there was a very marked improvement. By session 4 we were heeling within a couple feet of another dog with no reaction. Amazing. So happy I was referred to this caring, professional group of people. Thank you Thank you
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