Heimdallr Protection Dogs

01/01/2024

Happy New Year to all our K9 friends and family! We are excited for the year ahead - full of great training opportunities. Reach out to schedule a workshop with Zane in your area today!

09/16/2023

Check out this latest interview with Zane Stoops! Turning tragedy into triumph!

Steve Stoops has worn many uniforms in service to our Nation. Join us today as he shares his experiences from around the globe in the military and in law enforcement.

07/28/2023

Another great interview with Steve “Zane” Stoops by Robert Cabral

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEa7QD4CSAk&pp=ygUNQ2FicmFsIHN0b29wcw%3D%3D

08/24/2022

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⚠️WARNING WHEN FREEZING TREAT TOYS

Please ensure that if you are stuffing treat toys and freezing them for your pets to help keep them cool, dont forget to ensure there is a HOLE ALL OF THE WAY THROUGH IT.

WHY YOU MAY ASK ?

Toys such as Kongs have 2 holes in their toys for a reason - TO PREVENT SUCTION.

WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT ?

When your pet licks at the contents of the toy or squeezes it in its mouth, their tongue can get SUCKED into the hole and get STUCK on the dogs tongue and cause horrific injuries to the point where the animal can actually die.

Having 2 HOLES in the toy PREVENTS this from happening.

So if you STUFF your toys with treats, push a straw through it to ensure the 2 HOLES ARE NOT BLOCKED.

If you are going to FREEZE the toy, do so with the straw in place and then REMOVE the straw before giving it to your pet.

So when buying your pet toys, please keep this in mind.

Hope this little tip helps you keep your animals safe!

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05/12/2022

Podcast interview on Working Dog Radio with Heimdallr K9 owner/trainer Sonja Nordstrom - After the FBI Badge: Experience, knowledge, discretion.
Also check out Working Dog Radio episode 153 with Steve “Zane” Stoops - The Tao of Zane

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/working-dog-radio/id1342793607?i=1000558932959

05/12/2022

 The love and loyalty of a quality German Shepherd is like none other. This is German import Goliath, selected by Heimdallr K9’s Zane Stoops, building a lifetime of memories with his boy.

12/16/2021

Great podcast interviews with the ATAK9 and Heimdallr K9 team. ATAK9.com/podblog

10/19/2021

How to extract a ball lodged in a dog’s throat🎾👀

08/28/2021

Heimdallr K9's Steve Stoops was a guest of dog trainer Robert Cabral and talks about his K-9 background, philosophy, and what he looks for when selecting the best of the best K-9s whether for police, military, or as a personal family protection K9. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4efWi_sqFa0
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Ever wonder what it takes to train a dog for serious combat, for police work, for the military or special forces? What does it take to be a top military cani...

07/13/2021

Heimdallr K9 owner and K9 Top Tales host Sonja was asked to be a guest on “Relentlessly Resilient” a podcast to share and help people overcome the greatest challenges and losses in their lives. In light of the ongoing recovery work at the Surfside Condo collapse, this seemed a timely discussion. Here is the description of the episode: “Former FBI agent Sonja Nordstrom has faced many challenging situations in her 24-year career, and even more as a search and rescue K9 handler. She and her canine companions have traveled the nation from assisting in body recovery at 9/11 ground zero to extensive field experiences in the collection of forensic evidence. Now in retirement, she works as a dog trainer of all ages, breeds, and temperaments. Amid the many heartbreaking and harrowing experiences, over the years she has developed a unique insight into resiliency in the face of disappointment, and shares today on our podcast, tips to cultivate perspective amid the disasters of life.”

07/05/2021

On July 4, 2004, I spent the holiday in a country in which it was illegal for women to drive, women had to be shrouded head to toe in black, women were not allowed in several restaurants, women got their Starbuck's latte at a "ladies window" on the exterior of the building, women and men could not share a park bench in public, women could not be touched or alone with a man in public, and where weekly stonings, lashings, and punishments are still doled out in the town square. Just let that sink in when you are celebrating Independence Day today. Our military protects us abroad - please respect, love, and appreciate them💕 At the same time, we all need to protect our freedom, equality, and liberty at home. Happy 4th of July everyone🇺🇸️🇺🇸️🇺🇸️

07/04/2021

Thanks and praise on this 4th of July to all those who have fought for our freedom 🎇 Enjoy the day with a grateful heart. And don’t forget to hug the dog who lives to chase a ball and keep bad guys away🐕

06/22/2021

Oct 22-24 in Virginia. POC for this seminar is [email protected]

06/05/2021

The Heimdallr team (Sonja and HRD K9 Viggo) brought home a little bling after competing in the UPOA K9 trial this week. Although we train for the mission and not for competition, it is always good to be put under a little pressure, challenged, and humbled. It is how we continue to learn and improve. Sonja also had the opportunity to judge the hard working LE narcotics detection and SAR K9 teams. Lots of great people and dogs going the extra mile.

03/25/2021

The calendar may say Spring but it’s still winter for K9 Seppi! Working dogs love to play❤️❄️🎿

03/16/2021

Who has 4 paws and wants to go heli-skiing with his human?? Heimdallr K9 Gorgi!! Apparently he was a little hesitant during the first hot load. After having fun on the mountain, the next time he eagerly hopped right in. Just like riding in a car for this solid boy.

03/08/2021

People say, “you are judged by the company you keep,” “it is the opinions of those we respect that have the most value,” “consider the source.” Well, here is an opinion from an elite tactical K9 trainer of our very own Steve Stoops! When you want the best, you reach out for the best.

DAVID “BLACKIE” BLACKMORE
Steve and I have a relationship that was forged in war. When the British Military tasked me with setting up a specialized dog unit, it was our good fortune to meet Steve Stoops. Steve and I worked closely together and were able to stand up a working dog program that made history and saved countless lives. Steve assisted in dog selection and training and then travelled to the U.K. to conduct our first course of instruction for this unique program. On a personal level, Steve and I developed a friendship that transcends dog training. His skill as an innovative and world-class dog trainer is only matched by his integrity, loyalty, and honesty. If you are reading this because you are interested in obtaining a world-class Protection or Service dog, then go no further. You found your man.

David “Blackie” Blackmore | Regimental Sergeant Major of United Kingdom 1st Military Working Dog Regiment (RAVC) | Retired

02/27/2021

Might as well jump
Go ahead and jump
~ Van Halen
I hope everyone has jumped into the weekend with reckless abandon. This is a 2.4 meter height palisade (just under 8 feet) with my Rekker boy back in his younger days.

02/26/2021

More training from across the pond. This is Steve in Scandinavia conducting a specialty K9 seminar with renowned British Trainer David “Blackie” Blackmore. Sorry we can’t tell ya more🤷‍♀️

02/22/2021

Our boy Seppi on guard for amphibous threats! Who are we kiddin, he's relaxing on the Mediterranean coast. A dog from Heimdallr is versatile and happy to tag along wherever you live or travel...although some locations are definitely better than others☀️🥰

02/19/2021

“Thorns may hurt you, men desert you, sunlight turn to fog;
but you're never friendless ever, if you have a dog.”
Douglas Malloch

02/19/2021

The guys from North Africa sending their thank you to Steve for his training help, “Thank you Steve - Heimdallr Dogs...Best dog trainer ever.” The man has followers from around the globe💪😍🐕🐾🐺

02/17/2021

Who’s got your six? Admittedly, this is just an example on a sport field and my boy hadn’t been on the field for years. Luckily, old training habits die hard. I had an instance in Paris when traveling with him in which a man was crowding up behind me at the subway for no reason other than to provoke. My boy Rekker flipped into his reverse position and quietly, but with clear intent, stood at the ready. End of story ~ the guy backed off. Most often a strong presence and a look is all it takes.

02/15/2021

When we say “recognized expert worldwide” we mean it. Here is a quick clip of Steve Stoops helping out a tactical K9 group at an undisclosed location in North Africa. Hard Dogs!! Strong dogs!!

02/14/2021

We’ve updated our website. Please be sure to check it out! https://heimdallrk9.com

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We match and select top tier trained adult German Shepherds to meet our client's individual and specific needs for security, protection, and loyalty. Our dogs are social and versatile, capable of accompanying you to the local daily coffee shop or worldwide travel.

Heimdallr K9 matches you and your lifestyle with a top quality imported protection trained K9 partner | "Whether tagging along on a trail ride, hiking or just sitting quietly at our daughter's feet, he has helped all of us sleep better at night..." | Specializing in German Shepherds, Malinois, and D...

02/14/2021

Who is loving you on this Valentines Day? This is Steve’s old boy (age 13), “Creep” sharing a moment❤️ Don’t let the cuteness fool you, back in the day, Creep was a fully trained tactical K9 and also proved his grit running a would-be burglar out of Steve’s home - proof of engagement left behind. This boy is the real deal but like his trainer, is humble, doesn’t take himself all that seriously, and always embraces life’s challenges with a never ending sense of humor. Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! Share a little love and humor with the ones you love 💕

02/14/2021

Check out Steve’s blog post (link in bio) where he shares insights and gives his personal tips for selecting a great dog that’ll get the job done.

02/13/2021

In tactics training, we are taught over and over again, “action is faster than reaction.” This might just be a good illustration of that. Faster than a speeding bullet!!

02/12/2021

Leaping into this Valentines Day weekend. Don’t forget to slow down to appreciate the ones you love 💕

02/11/2021

Sometimes tough times require a cool drink and an awesome dog. Meet Heimdallr K9’s zen master trainer Steve Stoops with a handsome Malinois x German Shepherd import.