What Is A Retail Security Officer?

What does retail security mean? What is a Retail Security Officer? A Retail Security Officer primarily operates in preventing theft. This is typically by observing shoppers and identifying any irregular shoplifting activity. Ensuring public safety is key. Here are a few points that will help you to understand and prevent shoplifting. How to Prevent Shoplifting: A Guide for Small Business Acknowledge customers. Keep your store neat and organized. Limit access to hot items. Use cameras and mirrors. Create loyal employees. Get to know your neighbours. What methods do shoplifters use? Below, we’ve listed nine common shoplifting techniques that police, and security staff watch for. Concealing items. Walking out. Metal bags. Switching tags. Unwrapping items. Causing a disruption. Inside jobs. Phony return. Our Officers at G3 Security use the following tools to deter, and prevent theft The 3 most common are probably ASCEND, SCONE and ASCONE. The table below shows the component of each. We ask our employees to use one of the below mentioned. Whichever you choose to use make sure you know it inside out. Know it’s advantages and most importantly it’s disadvantages and what can go wrong.   ASCONE SCONE ASCEND A Approach S Select A Approach S Select C Conceal S Select C Conceal O Observe C Conceal O Observe N Non-payment E Exit N Non-payment E Exit N Not paid E Exit D Detain   AT G3 security we guarantee that our guards are fully trained and share our enthusiasm in all the mentioned and we know your business is safe with us To learn more about our services please contact us via the information below T:  02032880000 / 02032880011 E: info@g3security.co.uk www.g3security.co.uk Committed, Responsible, Reliable

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Why You May Need K9 Dog Security?

A K9 security service is an effective addition to any security setup, acting as both a means of detection and a visual deterrent. Canine security handling units prove a useful asset in high-risk situations. Our K9 dog security units are best used for protection in scenarios where security guards alone may not be enough to discourage criminal activity, or where a team of security guards might find themselves outnumbered, such as at events or for crowd control. Why you may need K9 dog security patrols? G3 Security – K9 dogs can also provide another level of safeguarding for any property or site. Our security dogs work with our SIA licenced handlers to perform building searches, protect clients and their assets or to track intruders. Our Security dogs are trained to defend their handler and display controlled aggression when necessary but are entirely safe with members of the public. After a full perimeter search, our dogs are trained to indicate to the dog handler the presence of potential intruders. If a dog locks onto the scent of an intruder there really is nowhere to hide. Security guard dogs have long been used as an additional layer of protection in the construction industry. The primary advantage of a K9 security unit is its ability to provide a complete perimeter search, without using expensive equipment. They can be leveraged to scan entry and exit points to deter potential security threats. Security dogs also assist in safeguarding the site location from common threats of vandalism as intruders are less likely to trespass into a location being protected by a professionally trained guard dog in addition to a security guard. Our control centre is active 24 hours a day so that a K9 protection dogs’ unit can be deployed quickly and effectively. AT G3 security we guarantee that our guards are fully trained and share our enthusiasm in all the mentioned and we know your business is safe with us To learn more about our services please contact us via the information below T:  02032880000 / 02032880011 E: info@g3security.co.uk www.g3security.co.uk Committed, Responsible, Reliable

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Keeping Your Home Safe During The Festive Season

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – Also for those troublemakers. It’s always important to make sure security in your home is a top priority, and even more so as the festive season approaches. Here we share our top five tips for home security to give homeowners some ideas on how they can safeguard their homes to stop the Grinch from stealing Christmas.” 1. Lock, Stock and Carol Did you know 40% of burglars in England and Wales gain entry through a forced door? Make sure your locks are up to the job. Don’t be tempted to leave windows or doors ajar for outdoor Christmas lighting cables as this is an open invitation to burglars. 2. Home Alone If your home is empty, it will be an easy target for burglars. Don’t advertise your absence, make your home looks lived in while you’re away visiting family and friends. Set timers so lights, televisions and music systems are switched on and off. Remember to cancel daily paper or milk deliveries, and always be sure to let a trusted neighbour know your away so they can keep an eye out for anything suspicious. 3. Covert Christmas Fewer things look more festive than a pile of wrapped presents under the tree. While this display may look lovely, it is far too inviting to the opportunist criminal. Ensure your gifts safe by hiding them away out of sight and out of mind. Keep prying eyes away by closing your blinds and curtains and if you can, take away the temptation by leaving it until Christmas morning to put your presents under the tree. 4. Instagram Actually Burglars are becoming increasingly social media savvy and searching Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for potential targets. Avoid sharing too much online about where you are, when you are going or what you have got. 5. Jingle Bell Box After the presents have been opened on Christmas Day, be discrete when you are disposing of packaging. Don’t pile up empty boxes outside your home displaying all the expensive gifts you have inside. Break the boxes down put them in black bags to disguise what they are. We at G3 Security want you feel safe specially with regards to your home. G3 Security Services provide all clients with exceptional services to protect premises and personnel. Hiring security officers puts companies and individuals at an advantage. Our officers can provide a physical presence. Overall, this aids to deter intruders or criminals from acting out of line. Why not get a mobile patrol unit from G3 Security to check your home on a regular basis when you are out!! AT G3 security we guarantee that our guards are fully trained and share our enthusiasm in all the mentioned and we know your business is safe with us To learn more about our services please contact us via the information below T:  02032880000 / 02032880011 E: info@g3security.co.uk www.g3security.co.uk Committed, Responsible, Reliable

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The Festive Period

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – Also for those troublemakers. Here are some tips to make the festive period safe and secure for you. Be aware of your surroundings – Be sure to stay alert and keep an eye out for anything that doesn’t feel safe or makes you feel uncomfortable. Don’t get loaded with too many bags – Try to keep one hand free – Having both hands full of heavy Christmas shopping bags limits your ability to protect yourself. Share your bags with a friend where possible. Walk confidently – Even if you feel nervous – It will keep you focused and stop you from looking lost. Don’t walk with both headphones in your ears. You couldn’t  hear if someone is approaching you – Completely blocking out the sounds surrounding you is dangerous. If someone is approaching you from behind, your ears are your warning. Be careful where and how you park your car. Choose a well-lit space away from pillars and reverse into a position; it’s much easier to drive forward than reversing, especially in situations of stress and fear – Never leave your keys in the ignition, even just for a minute, and make sure to lock your doors both when you’re driving and parked. Unlocked doors and left keys make your car a tempting proposition for an opportunistic thief. If you think you are being followed, whether you’re in your car or on foot, don’t stop until you find a place with plenty of people around. If you’re extremely concerned, go to the nearest police station, or call the police. Do not make your way home until you are absolutely sure you are not being pursued. Control your social status: Don’t be tempted to broadcast to the world your location – In the age of social media, it’s easier than ever to let the world know what you are doing at any given moment. Never underestimate how far what you post online can travel. Only use taxis that are licensed. Find a service that you will use regularly and trust. Take a picture of the registration plate and send it to a friend – Share the taxi with a friend if you can, and always sit in the back. If you’re travelling on your own, be sure to tell a friend that you are leaving and send them a message letting them know you are home safe, so there is someone looking out for you. Be sure to not give any personal information to a chatty driver, no matter how friendly they may seem. Always make a note of the driver’s name, and also the make and colour of the car. Always wait for the bus or train in a well-lit place, near other people if possible. Try and arrange for someone to meet you at the bus stop or station – Always plan your journeys in advance. Work out where you’re going, which stop you need to take and your departure times – especially the last one home. Also be sure to have your fare ready to save you fumbling with your purse or wallet as you board. If you’re travelling on a bus at night, or if it’s empty, sit on the lower deck close to the driver. And if someone on board makes you feel uncomfortable, simply get up and change seats. Don’t think twice about it. Carry your keys on the way home – It saves time fumbling for them at the door and they can also be used as a weapon. We at G3 Security want you feel safe in any kind of personal and public situations. G3 Security Services provide all clients with exceptional services to protect persons. Hiring security officers puts companies and individuals at an advantage. Our officers can provide a physical presence. Overall, this aids to deter intruders or criminals from acting out of line. To learn more about our services please contact us via the information below T:  02032880000 / 02032880011 E: info@g3security.co.uk www.g3security.co.uk Committed, Responsible, Reliable

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Why Need Security Company for Construction Site?

Theft of construction equipment and machinery costs the construction industry over £800 million a year. This is more than petty theft: there is a thriving, well-equipped black market for constructions goods which is kept in stock by gangs who can strip a construction site bare by morning. The costs are both immediate – from having to replace stolen equipment – and long term – from missed deadlines. Now such theft can be prevented if you hire a bespoke construction site security service from G3 Security Services. We have a vast amount of experience providing security for construction sites. We pride ourselves in our customer service and we provide a wide selection of SIA licensed, and fully trained guards, if you want peace of mind while you build, G3 Security is the trusted choice. Building materials and tools are the most susceptible to theft according to a report by Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), where 92% of the respondents had shared that they were aware of theft occurring at their sites and 91% of them had been affected by vandalism. Despite these conditions there are many ways the construction industry can protect itself and stay out of harm’s way. Manned Security Guards Security guards provide a multitude of benefits when used at construction sites. Along with being a visual deterrent to crime, they offer protection from any unwanted visitors around the property as they are trained to make real-time decisions and act accordingly to protect against theft or vandalism. Due to their flexibility of use, security guards can easily be deployed at multiple locations at once, providing comprehensive coverage of the location unlike CCTV which is limited to a fixed location. Furthermore, their presence provides a sense of security to clients and staff working at the site, leading to higher productivity as they are reassured of their safety K9 Security Dogs Security guard dogs have long been used as an additional resource of protection in the construction industry. As we all know, dogs are incredibly intelligent animals. They have an ability to pick up on our voices and body languages to translate a situation or emotion and are even more capable when they have been trained properly. They put this skill of theirs to good use and can sense when things are not quite right, whether with a person or with a situation. Dogs can detect danger, and the breeds that are chosen to be security dogs are not afraid to do something about it. The primary advantage of a K9 security unit is its ability to provide a complete perimeter search, without using expensive equipment. They can be leveraged to scan entry and exit points to deter potential security threats. AT G3 security we are concerned about safety. To learn more about our services please contact us via the information below T:  02032880000 / 02032880011 E: info@g3security.co.uk www.g3security.co.uk Committed, Responsible, Reliable

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Event Security

3 Occasions Where You Need to Be Safe During This Holiday Season

The festive season kicks off as soon as November arrives. The feelings of joy, giving and excitement take over everyone and it is the best time to explore the events around the city, go out shopping, meet family and friends at parties, and much more. However, with all the fun things happening around us its is pertinent to remember that crime does not stop for festivities, rather criminals tend to target people who are out enjoying the joyous times during the season. Considering the tough times spent by everyone during the festive period last year, there is a strong chance that more people would want to go out for events and meet family and friends, making them susceptible to crime and dangerous elements. We try to break down how you can stay safe during different occasions this holiday season while also enjoying the best part of the year. Holiday Shopping Shopping is probably the best part of the holiday season. With the sales and discounts around all the items, stores tend to be full, and people want to get their hands on the best deals. Around the excitement and commotion, one tends to forget to keep their valuables and themselves safe. Here are some steps you can take to stay safe: Always stay aware of your surroundings when in crowded places. Pickpockets and thieves target people by taking advantage of the crowds. Avoid taking large amounts of cash when going out as this would increase the chances of a greater loss, instead use a credit card for making payments as the transactions would be insured. If using private transport for traveling, do not keep shopping displayed in the vehicle as this would attract unwanted guests. Go shopping with another person rather than going alone so you always have one hand free while carrying your purchases. Make sure to keep checking your valuables and keep them separated rather than in one place. Event Venues From private bookings to public event activations, there is an event for everyone during the holiday season. But, making sure you are safe is as important as it is to have fun. These are some of the ways you can ensure your safety and that of others while being at events: If you are drinking, then please make sure that you do not leave your drinks unattended. Anyone can add things to your drink that can be harmful to you. It is important that you recognize the entry and exit points of the venue in case of an emergency. Try going to events that have security guards present and report any suspicious activity to them as they are trained to keep you safe. Avoid going to events alone as there is always safety in numbers, plus you have more fun! Keep minimal valuables on you such as a phone, wallet, and keys so it is easy to keep checking them in a crowded place. Transport Be it public, private, or on-foot, transport can get challenging during the festive season as the streets (and the underground) is crowded during peak and off-peak hours. Here are a few tips to manage the chaos of travel during the holidays: When using public transport, make sure to safeguard your valuables and double-check your space before exiting. Try to use a private taxi, Uber, or any such ride-sharing transport to avoid crowded spaces. If using private transport, make sure to lock your vehicle and park it in a well-lit space. When walking to and from one place to another, always take a well-lit route along with using routes with more traffic. One of the most important safety rules during the festive period is to never drink and drive. This ensures your safety and the safety of others. These are some of the ways one can stay safe from crime and other hazards that might affect you during the festive period. As a security company, it is in our DNA to help spread awareness and make sure everyone remains safe and sound. At G3 Security, our highly trained security guards, K9 response units, and mobile patrolling services provide a dynamic security cover to safeguard your event, retail, hospitality, construction, and corporate office locations. To learn more about our services please contact us via the information below T:  02032880000 / 02032880011 E: info@g3security.co.uk www.g3security.co.uk Committed . Responsible . Reliable

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Retail Security

Protecting Retail Workers

The total overall cost of retail crime, which accounts for both crime prevention and losses incurred, stands at £2.5bn, rising from £2.2bn from last year. Even though retailers do not want to undermine the customer experience by over policing their premises, they cannot turn a blind eye towards retail theft. Retail crime has an expansive cost including retailers, consumers, and employees. According to the 2021 report by the British retail Consortium, employees are also affected through incidents of violence and abuse. These are up to 455 incidents a day; this includes 114 incidents of violence each day. If we were to take a 9-hour shopping day as typical that makes over 50 incidents an hour or almost one a minute. This includes 11 violent incidents every hour or roughly one every 5 minutes.  The retail industry, which represents 5.2% of the UK economy, is being overlooked in many respects when analysing the impact of crime in society. However, the conversation needs to be started regarding the plight of retail workers as incidents of violence continue to rise and systems to protect workers and enforce justice need to be put in place. A flexible way of providing retail security as well as protecting the employees is to hire professional security manned guards. The security guards are trained to perform risk assessments of the stores and the location around it, helping them identify potential threats before they arise. Furthermore, they can utilize soft skills such as conflict resolution and non-physical techniques to de-escalate aggressive or threatening customers. Moreover, a security guard is a physical deterrent to violent crime along with petty crime such as shoplifting. Another useful way, as recommended by experts within the industry and police, is to adopt technology such as body worn cameras. The biggest problem faced by law enforcement when investigating such crime is that of clarity in evidence. Therefore, this issue can be overcome if guards are wearing body cameras that record all interactions with hostile customers. Body worn cameras can become an integral part of the retail security apparatus since they would help law enforcement in their investigation and up to its conclusion. Additionally, body cameras can be used for the purpose of training security guards and the staff at retail stores regarding how to manage distasteful situations. Moreover, a very reliable method to keep the staff as well as the building secure would be to install CCTV cameras. These cameras can be operated by trained security guards who can identify security threats and take pre-emptive action to prevent any violence or even incidents of theft. Furthermore, cameras can also provide video evidence for prosecution purposes if such a need arises. At G3 Security, our highly trained security guards, K9 response units and mobile patrolling services provide a dynamic security cover to safeguard your retail, hospitality, construction, and corporate office locations. To learn more about our services please contact us via the information below T:  02032880000 / 02032880011E: info@g3security.co.ukwww.g3security.co.ukCommitted . Responsible . Reliable

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Security Company London

Post-lockdown crime surge – how to protect your business

As the UK begins its recovery out of the lockdown, businesses in all segments of the economy have started to open and life has steadily begun to go back to normality. In such circumstances, crime too, has followed suit. A report by London School of Economics Centre of Economic Performance (CEP) stated that violent crime and drug offences were on the rise and that too higher than pre-pandemic levels. In these circumstances, law enforcement entities work off data and focus on areas which have higher crime statistics, leaving other areas vulnerable to the threat of future criminal activity.This would have various consequences for businesses in retail, hospitality, construction, and corporate sectors. Resultantly, businesses would need to hire private security guard services to mitigate the risk of being affected by theft and secure their premises on their own. Security guards act in the capacity of providing both, proactive and reactive measures. For this reason, it is important that businesses are aware of the importance of employing such a crucial tool for the safety of their business and customers.Today the threat faced by businesses varies from sector to sector and we can breakdown how various sectors are affected Retail Security Retail stores have been the target of shoplifting and theft since before the pandemic. Due to the vast scale of products and the constant footfall of customers, it is very difficult to gauge when a crime is being committed. As a result, retail stores have relied on many different methods of securing their space, from using extensive CCTV equipment, access control RFID scanners and security guards. However, since the lockdown restrictions have been lifted, people are still encouraged to practice social distancing and wearing masks indoors. This has led to the evolution in threats faced by a retail business where security measures transcend protecting against criminal activity and encompass safeguarding employees and customers from individuals who refuse to follow COVID protocols. In such situations electronic security is of little use and businesses require manned security guards to resolve any unorderly emergency as they are trained to approach the threat physically and diffuse the situation. Additionally, due to their versatility, the security guards can also take up added responsibility to instruct customers and assist the employees in basic tasks, adding to their usefulness to the business. Thus, manned guards form the crux of the overarching security apparatus used in the retail environment. Hospitality Security The hospitality industry was one of the worst hit by the COVID lockdown and consumer spending remained less than 70% of the pre-pandemic levels as revealed by the Office of National Statistics. However, with the lifting of restrictions and the returning of guests, an added concern is that of theft, unwanted visitors, and emergency situations. Although electronic measures are a good at keeping a lookout for threats, manned security guards are necessary to take action to counter them using their trained skillset and prevent criminals from operating on the premises. They can be deployed at entry pints to deter unwanted visitors from accessing the location. Furthermore, security guards are trained to act in emergency situations such as if a fire breaks out or if someone requires first-aid. They can mitigate the risk by taking responsibility of the safety of the staff and guests at the time of crisis. In some situations, hotel security could be required to deal with disorderly guests who vandalise the hotel property and could be a nuisance to other guests or potential customers. In these circumstances, security guards could be used to maintain order and resolve the situation. In addition to manned security guards, K9 security dogs could also be deployed at hospitality properties to act as a strong deterrent from potential threats. A combination of manned security guards and K9 security dogs adds value to not only the security environment but it also projects a positive image for the business as it is perceived to be a secure place for guests. Construction Security Even before the pandemic hit, theft and vandalism had been a serious issue for the construction industry, costing them millions of pounds in financial damages every year. Theft of building materials, vandalism of property and trespassing on construction sites are the biggest issues faced by the industry even today. According to the current circumstances, manned security guards can prove to be the solution needed when used at construction sites, especially as work picks up again after the ending of the lockdown. Along with being a visual deterrent to crime, they provide construction site security from vandalism and trespassers who may end up causing damage to the constructions site or hurting the workers. By applying their training, security guards can also protect key entry and exit points to prevent the theft of equipment from internal or external sources. Additionally, manned guards can be used along with K9 dog security and mobile patrols to secure the outer and internal perimeter round the clock. This is because K9 security is a useful deterrent for trespassers and mobile security patrols identify and prevent threats from outside the site. Corporate Security COVID lockdowns resulted in the closure of all office spaces and pushed workers to work from home. As workspaces fill up once again, the need to protect the office space and the workers within it has been paramount. Due to the nature of the corporate security, manned security guards are a crucial tool to be used and they provide a wide range of advantages to protect the workers and play a role in administrative duties as well. Security guards can be used to monitor the CCTV feed, allowing them to cover even remote parts of the building and they can use it to gather information to respond to a threat. Since many corporate office spaces are large, the security guards can be deployed at entry and exit points to monitor all activity and deterring any unwelcomed guests from entering the premises. An important role that manned security guards play, which is often overlooked, is

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Construction Security

How To Protect Your Construction Site

The pandemic saw a sudden drop in crime rates as all commercial activities came to a halt and businesses were forced to shutter down. However, the construction industry was at the forefront of rising crime despite a decrease in the general crime rate. Theft and vandalism has been a serious issue for construction, costing the industry £400 million a year in financial damages along with being a reason for inefficiency and delays. Building materials and tools are the most susceptible to theft according to a report by Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), where 92% of the respondents had shared that they were aware of theft occurring at their sites and 91% of them had been affected by vandalism. Despite the precarious conditions there are many ways the construction industry can protect itself and stay out of harm’s way. Manned Security Guards Security guards provide a multitude of benefits when used at construction sites. Along with being a visual deterrent to crime, they offer protection from any unwanted visitors around the property as they are trained to make real-time threat assessments and act accordingly to protect against theft or vandalism. Due to their flexibility of use, security guards can easily be deployed at multiple locations at once, providing comprehensive coverage of the location unlike CCTV which is limited to a fixed location. Furthermore, their presence provides a sense of security to clients and staff working at the site, leading to higher productivity as they are reassured of their safety. K9 Security Dogs Security guard dogs have long been used as an additional layer of protection in the construction industry. The primary advantage of a K9 security unit is its ability to provide a complete perimeter search, without using expensive equipment. They can be leveraged to scan entry and exit points to deter potential security threats. Security dogs also assist in safeguarding the site location from common threats of vandalism as intruders are less likely to trespass into a location being protected by a professionally trained guard dog in addition to a security guard. Mobile Security Patrols Securing the outer perimeter of the construction site is equally as important as having security within the site. Mobile security patrolling offers a robust coverage of the surroundings of the site where threats may emerge from and acts as a proactive measure to counter any unlawful activity. As most acts of vandalism, such as graffiti, are perpetrated outside the premises where mobile security can respond to these unlawful activities in a timely manner and prevent damage from occurring. At G3 Security, our highly trained security guards, K9 response units and mobile patrolling services provide a dynamic security cover to secure your construction site from all arising threats. To learn more about our services please contact us via the information below T:  02032880000 / 02032880011E: info@g3security.co.ukwww.g3security.co.ukCommitted . Responsible . Reliable

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Dog Security

Why dogs are great for security purpose?

If you are looking for home, office or general security, there are many options out there today. The huge amount of information that is available due to the development in technology within the security world can be quite overwhelming but what about the more traditional options? K9 security has been proved to be a failsafe option for security for a long time and will continue to be so. K9 can be a far more personal choice of security alarm or alert and provide a sense of security to the people around them as well as theirhandlers. Intelligence: As we all know, dogs are incredibly intelligent animals. They have an ability to pick up on our voices and body languages to translate a situation or emotion and are even more capable when they have been trained properly. They put this skill of theirs to good use and are able to sense when things are not quite right, whether with a person or with a situation. Dogs can detect danger, and the breeds that are chosen to be security dogs are not afraid to do something aboutit. Reaction There’s no denying a dog’s ability for an instant reaction which can prove particularly useful if they are working dogs in the security field. Whilst all dogs are known to have quick reactions of barking or snooping to see who is around. A dog’s natural curiosity means that any strangers, unusual noises or movements will be immediately sniffed out and barked at if necessary. The right breed can be incredibly reliable and intelligent enough to evaluate situations properly. Natural weapons Though most of the time, the dog having a bark worse than its bite, still, dogs provide a threat of physical harm with their intimidating blend of growls, strong jaws and sharp claws. Criminals won’t be able to differentiate between a guard dog that is just going to bark and a guard dog that will bite or attack, so will naturally assume the latter. There really is no doubt that dogs act as effective deterrents to criminals. Not only do these dogs look and sound quite intimidating, but trained security dogs are also fit enough to out-run most people. There’s very little point in attempting to run away from a security dog as this will only enhance their suspicions and perhaps their aggression, and they will run faster. Loyal Dogs are incredibly loyal creatures, which is why they are such popular house pets as well as guard animals. With this loyalty, comes a protective quality – a combination that is rarely matched in other animal species. Dogs are great for personal security and property security. There is no doubt that they make fantastic companions for pet owners and police guards alike. They are not called man’s best friend for nothing. If you’d like to find out more about our K9 security services, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.T: 02032880000 / 02032880011F: 02089119546

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