Canine brigade
Our experts are at your disposal to define with you the protection strategy best suited to your needs.
OVERVIEW
Professionally trained patrol teams provide continuous security through regular rounds and meticulous checks. Their expertise lets them respond quickly at any hour to deter malicious acts and prevent risks before they materialise.
Every intervention is documented and reported. Our responsiveness and response times are an integral part of our organisation, ensuring effective and traceable protection of your sites.
YOUR BENEFITS
- Inspection and reporting
- Integrated canine brigade
- Mobile patrol 24/7
- Ouverture & fermeture de site
- Immediate interventions
- Detailed intervention reports
- Coordination with law enforcement
- Defined escalation protocols
- Inspection and reporting
- Canine brigade
- Mobile patrol 24/7
- Ouverture/fermeture site
- Immediate interventions
OUR PROCESS
SITE ANALYSIS
An SGP expert carries out a full assessment of your site to identify vulnerability points and define optimal patrol routes.
PLANIFICATION
Drafting a personalised patrol plan with frequencies, schedules and intervention protocols tailored to your specific risks.
SITE ANALYSIS
An SGP expert carries out a full assessment of your site to identify vulnerability points and define optimal patrol routes.
SITE ANALYSIS
An SGP expert carries out a full assessment of your site to identify vulnerability points and define optimal patrol routes.
OTHER EXPERTISES
Our canine brigade deploys certified handlers paired with professional security dogs (Belgian Malinois, German Shepherd, Rottweiler) for missions of deterrent surveillance, rounds, detection and graduated intervention. Particularly effective for large sites, events and industrial zones in Geneva, Valais and throughout French-speaking Switzerland.
When to call on a canine brigade?
Typical use cases:
- Large construction sites: covering wide areas, long-range detection thanks to the dog's smell and hearing
- Logistics zones: night-time warehouses, protection of copper stocks and equipment
- Events: concerts, night markets, sporting events, trade shows
- Night rounds: closed shopping centres, car parks, business parks
- Ad-hoc missions: enhanced alarm verification, exceptional setups
Training and certification
Becoming a handler in Switzerland requires:
- Cantonal certificate of competence (theory + practice)
- Clean criminal record
- Annual continuing education
- Enhanced professional liability insurance (damage caused by the dog)
- 1–2 years of field experience before autonomous deployment
SGP dogs are sourced from certified kennels and trained for 18–24 months before going operational.
Swiss legal framework
The use of dogs in private security is governed by:
- French-speaking concordat on security companies (CES)
- Cantonal licence with a service-dog endorsement
- Art. 56 CO (keeper liability)
- Mandatory information ("Guard dog on duty" signage)
- No offensive use (only legitimate self-defence or on command)
Indicative pricing
- Single canine round: 120–180 CHF
- Handler 8h event: 450–650 CHF
- Full construction-site night: 550–850 CHF
- Monthly contract, rounds (4 passes/night): 1,800–3,500 CHF
Frequently asked questions
Which dog breeds does SGP use?
Mainly Belgian Malinois, German Shepherd and Rottweiler. Breeds chosen for their emotional balance, obedience and graduated intervention ability. Each dog is trained and certified.
Are the dogs dangerous to the public?
No. Our dogs are trained in de-escalation and respond strictly to their handler's commands. They only intervene in case of a confirmed threat validated by the handler.
When is a canine brigade preferable to a lone officer?
For large sites (construction, logistics zones), high-risk events, extended night rounds. The dog detects much further than a human (smell, hearing) and covers large areas efficiently.
Are handlers certified?
Yes — cantonal training and certification are required. Annual theory and practical exams for the human-dog team. Our handlers have at least 2 years of experience before autonomous deployment.
Are your canine interventions insured?
Fully. SGP holds professional liability insurance covering canine interventions up to 5 million CHF per claim.
Can a handler be booked for a one-off event?
Yes — we offer event-based missions (concerts, night markets, sporting events). Per-mission pricing, free quote on request.
Ready to secure your site?
Request a free audit from an SGP expert. We intervene within 48h in Geneva, Carouge, and throughout French-speaking Switzerland.
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