Thank you… your answer was very helpful and I’m sure the links will be a great assistance in helping me to expand on her training. I have been considering training her in off leash obedience with the e-collar as a safety precaution but also to have a 100% back up in all situations that could occur off leash.  This lady’s dog training is based on the dog remaining on the lead out in public and even at home, once the dog as given you warning of strangers being near your home.

The method of her training to “speak” is in another post I noticed in your forum – Protective/intimidating barking on command – and reading that has put my mind at ease as to the way she trains her protection dogs.  This is along with your response/answer here.