Metro K9 Academy offers custom-trained protection dogs for sale. We call the program Build a Beast. You choose the goal, and we raise and train one of our German Shepherds or Dobermans to meet it.
Some clients want a calm, reliable family dog. Others need a dog that can protect a home or a business. Either way, the work starts with temperament and ends with a dog you can live with every day.
We are based in Bernardsville, New Jersey, and we place dogs with qualified clients nationwide.
Questions? Call or text 201-230-2285.
What Is the Build a Beast Program?
Build a Beast is a training plan built around one dog and one owner. First, we talk about your home, your experience, and what you need the dog to do. Then we match you with a puppy from our lines and set a plan and a timeline.
The training is structured, humane, and practical. As a result, your dog learns to stay calm, listen, and behave the same way at home and in public.
Training for Real Life, Not Just Performance
Every skill we teach has a use in daily life. Because of that, Build a Beast dogs learn to live well with people, stay confident in public, and follow clear rules at home.
For families, this means:
- Predictable behavior in daily routines
- Calm responses around guests, children, and public places
- Clear communication and reliability
For protection or professional roles, training can also include:
- Advanced control and obedience
- Staying neutral in busy, distracting places
- Role-specific skills built on a stable foundation
Different goals. One consistent system.
What You Get
- A puppy from proven, responsibly bred lines
- A custom training plan and timeline
- Handler lessons and an at-home practice plan
- Health, temperament, and training records
- Preparation for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test, with testing arranged when needed
Pricing depends on the dog and the level of training. See Trained Dog Pricing & Levels for starting prices. Then call us to talk through your plan.
Who This Program Is For
It may be a good fit if you:
- Want a structured, intentional training path
- Have specific lifestyle, home, or work needs
- Value clarity, reliability, and long-term results
- Are willing to keep up the practice at home
It is not a fit if you want:
- Aggression for its own sake
- A one-size-fits-all program
- Results without doing the follow-through at home
Breeds and Standards
Build a Beast is only available with Metro K9’s own German Shepherds and Dobermans. We choose each dog for a stable temperament and a clear head. In addition, we evaluate the dog throughout training, so the plan always fits what the dog can do.
Explore Other Options
Not sure a custom program is right for you? You can also look at:
- Trained German Shepherds & Dobermans for Sale
- German Shepherd Puppies for Sale
- Doberman Puppies for Sale
- Dog Training Programs
Ready to Talk It Through?
Tell us what you need your dog to do. We’ll tell you honestly whether Build a Beast, a trained dog, or a puppy is the better path.
Questions? Call or text 201-230-2285.