Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about EuroHund dogs and training services
About Our Dogs
Absolutely. Our Czech bloodlines are carefully selected for stable, family safe - temperament. A perfect example: Boston has lived with the same family for 11 years - from when they had no children to now having four children ranging from toddler to 7 years old . He's been consistently gentle, devoted, watchful and protective throughout.
Natural protective instincts do not mean aggression toward family members. Our dogs understand the difference between family and genuine threats. They're watchful, not reactive - confident, not aggressive. As with any dog or social being, proper socialization and training/education are essential.
EuroHund's Czech working lines maintain genetic character developed over 50+ years for serious applications - military, police, search & rescue, and service work. These dogs were bred by the Czechoslovakian Border Patrol programs starting in the 1950s, to work with young, inexperienced conscripts as well as hardened pro K9 handlers creating extremely versatile dogs with:
- Unshakable temperament: Stable under pressure, confident in chaos
- Natural working ability: Drive and focus that cannot be trained into lesser genetics
- Balanced character: Serious capability yet safe for novice families, young professional handlers as well as seasoned working dog handlers.
- Longevity and health: Working selection prioritizes soundness over cosmetic traits. Our dogs generally live active lives up until their passing at 12-15 years old.
Many other German Shepherd lines have been bred for extremes or oftentimes with no purpose whatsoever. This has often resulted in the breed losing the versatile working character, health, and temperament stability that made the breed legendary. Some of the breeders in our circle were members of the Czechoslovakian Border Patrol (Pohranicni Straze) K9 program. This includes the owner of often used stud dog Nikolas, who started with the Pohranicni Straze in 1972 and was a K9 team leader followed by Captain overseeing Czech police breeding program. Another of our recent studs, IGP 3 and Police K9 - Excalibur, was chosen to "contribute" to a breed revitalization program in Germany.
So, when you choose EuroHund, you are not just getting your typical working line German Shepherd or your typical Czech German Shepherd, you are getting a puppy or dog from the most knowledgeable and experienced German Shepherd professionals on the planet, all with 20-50+ years experience.
Our Czech working-line German Shepherds excel across the complete spectrum of working applications:
- Family Companions: Devoted daily partners, safe with children, stable in public settings
- Personal & Family Protection: Natural guardian instincts, observant, discriminatie with appropriate response to genuine threats.
- Search & Rescue: Drive, endurance, focus and problem solving for professional SAR teams
- Service Dog Work: Public access stability, task focus, and intuitive handler bonding for ADA applications
- Therapy & Crisis Response: Calming presence for trauma survivors and high-stress environments
- Professional K9 Programs: Selected placements with law enforcement, prison services and specialized working teams.
The versatility comes from genetic character - dogs bred to think, adapt, and excel under any circumstances. These innate traits cannot be trained into a dog.
Most families want both - a devoted companion who's also naturally protective. Our dogs integrate seamlessly into daily life: park visits, vet appointments, children's activities, public outings. They're calm, social, and trustworthy in normal situations.
The protection aspect is innate awareness, not trained aggression. They're watchful without being confrontational, confident without being reactive. If a genuine threat emerges, their genetics provide appropriate response - but they don't go through life on edge or aggressive toward strangers.
You get a wonderful family member who happens to be extremely capable when needed, not a "weapon" you have to manage constantly.
You're investing in several critical factors:
- Elite genetics: Direct access to Czech breeding programs most U.S. sources cannot obtain
- Proper selection: 25+ years expertise in choosing dogs with correct temperament, health, and working ability
- Health guarantees: Hip/elbow certifications, DM testing, comprehensive health screening
- Training foundations: Professional socialization and basic training before placement
- Lifetime support: You're not just buying a dog - you're gaining a consultant for the life of your dog
The genetic quality we provide cannot be recreated through training alone. A dog from questionable genetics will cost you far more in behavior problems, health issues, and failed expectations than the upfront investment in the right dog from the start. "Failed expectations" could cost you much more than any amount of money could ever replace.
For dogs currently in the United States, yes - we can arrange visits or video calls to see the dog working and assess fit for your family.
For dogs currently in the Czech Republic (which most are until placement), we provide video documentation, health records, and detailed consultation about temperament and suitability. Given 25+ years of successful placements, we're very accurate in matching dogs to families - but we understand the concern about buying sight-unseen.
Many clients have purchased based on our assessment and recommendation, with excellent long-term results. We're invested in right matches, not just sales.
About Training Services
We create harmony between dogs and families - transforming relationships from chaotic beginnings to seamless partnerships. It's not just about teaching commands; it's about building communication, trust, mutual respect and being "in tune" with each other.
Think of it like turning a beginner garagel band into a professional symphony orchestra. Same musicians, but with proper instruction, practice, and understanding, they create something beautiful together. You will become the conductor!
We use methods tailored to each dog's temperament, drive, and learning style. Some dogs respond beautifully to positive reinforcement alone; others thrive on clear structure and appropriate corrections. We're results-focused, not ideologically rigid. We have successfully trained - rehabilitated aggressive dogs without the use of any collars or head control devices due to previous injuries. Would it have been easier with collars? Yes. Work with us and we will get whatever challenges you may be facing figured out.
Yes. We specialize in cases other trainers won't handle:
- Aggression (dog-to-dog or human-directed)
- Reactivity and leash lunging
- Resource guarding (food, toys, spaces)
- Territorial behavior and excessive protection
- Failed training attempts from other professionals
- Dogs on their "Last Chance"
We often deliver results in days that other trainers take months to achieve. Our expertise comes from 25+ years working with dogs at every level - from fresh puppies to adopted dogs with unknown pasts with serious behavioral issues.
No - we train all breeds, all ages, all situations. While German Shepherds are our specialty for breeding and sales, our training expertise extends across every breed from Chihuahuas to Great Danes.
The principles of communication, respect, and partnership apply universally. We adjust methods to suit each dog's size, temperament, learning style and intended long-term outcome.
It depends on your goals and your dog's starting point:
- Basic obedience: 4-6 sessions for solid foundation
- Advanced work: 4-6 additional sessions for off-leash reliability
- Behavior modification: Varies by severity—some cases resolve in a single intensive day, others require ongoing support
- Crisis intervention: Immediate stabilization in 1-2 sessions, then follow-up as needed
We deliver results faster than most trainers because we focus on creating understanding, not just repetition. One breakthrough session often accomplishes what weeks of conventional training cannot. A recent case had us successfully help two family dogs that had been terrorizing the neighborhood. We got their owners and them on the right path in one half-day session. This was also the case where no collars could be used due to a previous trainer being too forceful. So, we can usually customize training and rehabilitation framework in more than one specific way.
Yes! Virtual training is highly effective for many situations:
- Basic obedience coaching and troubleshooting
- Behavior problem assessment and action plans
- Follow-up support after in-person programs
- Clients outside our local travel area
We work with clients nationwide through live video sessions, observing your dog in their actual home environment and coaching you through proven techniques in real-time.
Purchasing Process
For Newborn Puppies:
- Contact us to discuss your needs, lifestyle, and goals (fill out Application)
- We assess whether our bloodlines are the right fit for you
- 50% deposit reserves your puppy from the litter
- Puppies receive 6 months professional training/socialization in Czech Republic (
- Final 50% payment due 30 days before U.S. arrival
- 6 month old puppy arrives with full health records, training documentation, and lifetime support
Investment: $9,600 total, includes 6 months overseas socialization training and care in Prague that would cost thousands if purchased separately. All performed by professionals with decades of experience with the specific bloodlines of your puppy.
For dogs ready for immediate placement:
- Contact us to discuss the specific dog and your situation, fill out Application
- Review of currently available dogs or start to scout for the right dog for you
- Full payment required before shipping arrangements
- Dog arrives in U.S. at airport near you for direct pick-up or we deliver personally
- Lifetime consultation support included
We coordinate all logistics including flight arrangements, required health certificates, and delivery to your nearest major airport.
For puppies: Yes. 50% deposit at reservation, 50% 30 days before delivery. If reserved early,this gives you several months to a year to make payments.
For trained adult dogs: Full payment required upfront, as these dogs can be delivered within days to weeks.On occasion, we do accept deposits for short holds
We do not offer extended financing or monthly payment arrangements. Our experience shows that clients who cannot afford the upfront investment often struggle with the ongoing costs of ownership - quality food, veterinary care, training equipment, enrichment activities, emergency medical expenses - which can reflect poorly on the dog and our program.
We'd rather you wait until you're financially prepared than place a dog into a situation that becomes stressful for everyone involved.
Every EuroHund dog includes:
- Official CMKU Pedigree with official certifications, including health tests, titles
- CMKU Scorebook with any sport or conformation titles, ratings, etc. documented
- EU Pet Passport with health records and vaccination documentation
- Travel kennel - Airline approved one that dog arrives in
- Care and training guidance materials
- Lifetime consultation support - we're available for questions and guidance from the very begging through the travel process and throughout your dog's life
For puppies arriving Spring 2026: 6 months professional training and socialization in Czech Republic included in purchase price as well as all listed above. CMKu registration is fully transferrable to the AKC, CKC (Canadian Kennel Club) and most other FCI affiliated Kennel Clubs around the world.
General Questions
We're currently based in the Raleigh, North Carolina area, serving the Triangle region and surrounding states.
For training services, we work locally (in-person) and have traveled nationally. we also offer virtual training assistance anywhere you have internet access.
For dog sales, we coordinate delivery worldwide - dogs fly directly from Prague to your nearest major airport, or we arrange ground transport for local deliveries. we have placed nationwide in the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Ukraine and several European countries.
Nearly 30 years. I started training dogs professionally in 1996, established relationships with Czech and Belgian-Canadian breeding programs in the late 1990s, and have been placing elite working-line German Shepherds ever since from my own breeding as well as my network of partners and colleagues worldwide.
Our dogs serve in military K9 units, police departments, search & rescue teams, service dog programs, and family homes across North America and Europe. These long-term, real-world results speak to the quality of genetics and placement expertise we provide.
For dogs:
- Direct access to Czech breeding programs most U.S. sources cannot obtain
- 25+ years expertise in selecting dogs with correct temperament and working ability
- Dogs proven in real-world applications, not just marketing claims
- Lifetime relationship - we're invested in long-term success, not just a sale
For training:
- We handle cases other trainers refuse - and deliver fast, effective results
- Focus on harmony and partnership, not just command compliance
- 25+ years working with dogs at every level, from puppies to strong working dogs
- Results-focused, not ideologically rigid about methods.
Still Have Questions?
Call or Text: 603-991-3196
Email: john@eurohund.com
We're here to help you make the right decision for your family.