Certified Protection Dog Level 3 (PL3) is a level on the protection track of Manalo K9 University.
The evaluation determines whether a dog has demonstrated advanced protection skills, stability, and reliability under high distraction, environmental challenges, and real-world pressures to become a Certified Protection Dog Level 3.
Before this level
A dog needs a pass at PL2 and OL2 before it enrolls at PL3.
What the trainer scores
The 5 sections add up to 100 points, and 75 is a pass.
A. Obedience With Distractions
| Item | Points |
|---|
| Heel with DistractionsMaintains position, focus, and pace. |
5 |
| Sit / Down / Stand with DistractionsPerforms promptly despite heavy distractions. |
5 |
| Stay with DistractionsMaintains position despite movement, noise, and activity. |
5 |
| Recall with DistractionsReturns promptly despite distractions. |
5 |
| Section total | 20 |
|---|
B. Control & Responsiveness
| Item | Points |
|---|
| Long Distance ControlResponds to all commands at extended distances. |
5 |
| Emergency StopsStops immediately on command under distraction. |
5 |
| Directional ControlResponds to left, right, forward, and back. |
5 |
| Precision TransitionsFaultless smooth transitions between commands. |
5 |
| Section total | 20 |
|---|
C. Protection Work
| Item | Points |
|---|
| SearchLocates and indicates hidden persons. |
5 |
| Bark & HoldBarks confidently and maintains control of the threat. |
5 |
| GuardingProtects handler or area with stable possession. |
5 |
| TransportEscorts handler under control and pressure. |
5 |
| Under PressureMaintains control and performance under aggression and stress. |
5 |
| Section total | 25 |
|---|
D. Environmental Confidence
| Item | Points |
|---|
| Unfamiliar EnvironmentsRemains confident in new situations. |
5 |
| Uneven SurfacesConfident on different terrain and surfaces. |
5 |
| Crowds & ActivityRemains neutral and focused in busy environments. |
5 |
| Vehicle ConfidenceComfortable around and inside vehicles. |
5 |
| Section total | 20 |
|---|
E. Handler Partnership & Leadership
| Item | Points |
|---|
| Handler FocusMaintains strong focus and connection with handler. |
5 |
| Controlled EngagementEngages only on command. |
5 |
| Calm After EngagementReturns to calm and obedient state quickly. |
5 |
| Section total | 15 |
|---|
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