Definitions of protection -- Canine motivation for protection: a study of temperament -- Ripoffs, myths and tall tales -- Classifications of dogs and where to purchase -- Breeds of dogs -- Puppy testing -- Housing -- Manners -- Finding your puppy: doing it yourself -- Puppy training: temperament and character development -- Puppy prep-school -- Obedience -- Safety -- Schutzhund: a protection dog sport -- Protection training: the real thing -- Theory and practice of training: realistic expectations.