The major question is not whether to use trained dogs and handlers for your safety, security, and protection needs – but how to ensure that the Security Service Provider of your choice REALLY provide suitably Trained Dogs and Handlers for the task at hand. Many clients have burned their fingers (and still are) because they chose the wrong Security Service Providers or Organisations. They end up with dogs and/or handlers that have not been trained in compliance with the minimum standards set by the Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSIRA), in accordance with the relevant legislation. This makes them liable to a fine and/or imprisonment of up to 24 months. See Legal Requirements.