Svalinn, a company founded in Montana, United States, offers protection dogs trained to “military level” for over $150,000 each.
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Described by the company as dogs of a “unique hybrid breed” (an undisclosed mix of Dutch Shepherd, German Shepherd, and Belgian Malinois), these animals possess elite instincts and are highly sensitive to danger, while also offering the affection of a typical pet.
The company’s website provides dogs for both family and personal protection. Svalinn stated that they sell no more than 20 dogs per year, with only about 350 existing worldwide. Dogs are only offered for sale after intensive training over approximately three years.
Even potential buyers can be vetted by the company. The four-step process involves getting to know the breeders and the dogs, visiting the farm, selecting the perfect animal, and securing it with a non-refundable deposit.
“We do a lot of diligence on the people who visit us. We interview clients as much as they interview us,” said Kim Greene, co-founder of Svalinn, in an interview with New York Magazine.
Additionally, a trainer from Svalinn visits new owners within 45 days of purchase to ensure they have continued the dogs’ training or introduced any bad habits.
Greene emphasized wanting to civilize the dogs and “give them good manners” while hoping not to dull their animal instincts. She also stressed that the company’s goal is not to create a luxury item. According to her, the exorbitant price of Svalinn dogs primarily stems from the intensity of their training rather than their breeding.
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