Three Svalinn dogs

K9 Selection

Svalinn takes great pride in matching you with the perfect dog.

How to Select Your Protector

K9 Selection Process

  • 1

    GET ACQUAINTED

    We get to know you and you get to know us and our dogs.
  • 2

    VISIT THE RANCH

    Learn what it takes to be a Svalinn dog.
  • 3

    SELECTING YOUR K9

    Making sure it’s the right fit for both you and your dog.
  • 4

    securing your K9

    Putting down a non-refundable deposit to secure your chosen dog.

Post-Selection: K9 Ownership

Yzma, Horse

Getting Acquainted

BEST FRIEND. BEST PROTECTOR.
We’ll first want to learn more about you and your lifestyle. This getting acquainted phase helps us to select the candidates that will fit easily into your life while meeting all of your security needs. After establishing your priorities and sharing with you photos and videos of the various dogs, we’ll begin to help you narrow the choices down to a few select individuals we feel best meet all of your lifestyle and security requirements.
Alert dog laying on a wooden platform

Svalinn Ranch Visit

The most important step
For families or individuals contemplating an investment in a Svalinn dog, we require a visit to our ranch.  A visit allows Svalinn to answer questions about K9 ownership, meet dogs of various ages and demonstrate their skill sets, as well as introduce you to our dedicated team.  You’ll see everything that goes into creating your perfect protector.  Svalinn dog ownership is a long-term commitment that will require backstopping from our team.  It's important that all parties have a level of comfort, rapport and professionalism with each other.
Springtime on the ranch with a svalinn working dog

Choose Your Dog

A LEGACY OF VIGILANCE
Once you have had a chance to meet the dogs in person, we can begin to narrow down a selection of dogs that will best suit your needs. We will continue to guide you through the process of envisioning a Svalinn dog by your side each day and what a good match will be. Even if you remain uncertain which dog to choose, it’s usually obvious to us which dog connects with you and will best augment your individual or family situation. Finding the best fit is one of our utmost priorities, as pairing you and your family with the correct dog will ensure a lifetime of calm and confidence in your individual dog. We are happy to help guide your decision. 

protection dog on a tire

Place a deposit, secure your companion

A 50% non-refundable deposit will hold a specific dog for you and your family.
If you decide to purchase, a 50% deposit is required to reserve your selected dog or place in line for a younger litter. This amount is non-refundable and completely transferrable. This means that if for any reason it is determined that the chosen dog is not a good fit for your situation, then these funds can be transferred to another dog who will be a better fit. 

Please contact Svalinn for pricing of dogs.  

Svalinn makes the purchasing process simple and straightforward.  We will work closely with you throughout every step. 
Chara, field

Post-Selection: K9 Ownership

  • 5

    PRE-DELIVERY TRAINING

    We prepare your dog for life as your protector
  • 6

    DELIVERY TRAINING

    Two sessions; 5 days total
  • 7

    MAINTENANCE TRAINING

    Throughout the life of the dog; scheduled to fit your needs
  • 8

    CUSTOMER SERVICES

    Boarding when you need it, on-demand consultation
We were amazed at how the Svalinn team is able to train these powerful dogs to be sweet, loving, and incredibly well-behaved, while able to protect should the situation arise. This is the ideal combination for anyone seeking peace of mind.
PV, Owner of Xena

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