If and when you’re filming a movie or tv show safety on set should always be a high priority.
From expensive production equipment worth thousands of dollars, special effects props, and well-known actors and directors; film sets have the potential to attract large crowds as well as unwanted criminal activity and threats.
At First Defense K9 LLC we are the only detection dog service provider in the nation to be approved and recognized by the Upper Midwest Film Office and IMDb. We take pride in collaborating with Movie & TV producers to create budget friendly, and custom proactive solutions to ensure the safeguarding of film crews, talent and their assets; Via the use of our experienced K9 Teams on location.
With the capacity to travel anywhere within the United States and the world, our K9 teams are prepared to work at any place of filming to meet your production’s specific needs.
** Our services qualify for SLC & IR rebates**
(FDK9 LLC) did an incredible job during our film shoot. It was a real pleasure to see them each morning and we always knew we were in great hands with them keeping an eye on our location. Far beyond adding a sense of security and wellbeing to our production.. I can't recommend them highly enough.
Raymond Creamer- Writer, Producer, Director
"First Defense K9 was excellent to work with.. Their team was professional, reliable and made our cast and crew feel safe throughout the shoot."
Keely Kemp- Producer, Actress, Entertainment Finance Leader
”Austin and his team do a great job. I would highly recommend the company.”
Mandy June Turpin- Producer, Actress, Director
”The detection dog on set was professional, and the seamless partnership with its handler gave everyone peace of mind. I didn’t expect how much comfort the dog would bring me on set.So calm, protective, yet approachable and loving(when not working) It felt like a piece of home while away from mine.”
Lucy Rendler-Kaplan- Actress