Rui Navarro
Early Career
Rui Navarro is a Portuguese entrepreneur, dog trainer, breeder, and author known for his work with working dogs, family protection dogs, Boerboels, and working-line German Shepherds.
Throughout his career, he has focused on breeding and training dogs selected for stability, temperament, and real-world functionality rather than appearance alone.
His official website is available at https://ruinavarro.com.
Elite Boerboels
Rui Navarro is the founder of Elite Boerboels, an international breeding program specializing in South African Boerboels.
The program focuses on carefully selected bloodlines with an emphasis on health, balanced temperament, structural quality, and practical working ability.
More information can be found at https://eliteboerboels.com.
TYR Protection Dogs
He also founded TYR Protection Dogs, a company dedicated to developing family protection dogs that combine advanced training with stable behaviour in domestic environments.
The project serves clients internationally and emphasizes controlled, reliable protection rather than unnecessary aggression.
Official website: https://tyrprotectiondogs.com.
Von Tyrwald
In addition to his work with Boerboels and protection dogs, Rui Navarro established Von Tyrwald, a breeding program dedicated to working-line German Shepherds.
The project follows the same philosophy of selecting dogs based on genetics, stability, intelligence, and practical capability.
Official website: https://vontyrwald.com.
Philosophy
Navarro advocates breeding and training practices based on performance, environmental stability, and predictable behaviour instead of cosmetic characteristics or show-ring standards.
His approach combines responsible genetics, structured puppy development, and practical experience gained through years of working with protection dogs and family companions.
Publications
Rui Navarro is the author of The Boerboel Bible, a book dedicated to the South African Boerboel breed, covering history, breeding, temperament, and responsible ownership.
Recognition
His work has reached clients in numerous countries through breeding, training, and educational projects related to working dogs.
Across his different ventures, Navarro continues to promote the idea that successful dogs are the product of careful selection, proper development, and clear communication between dog and owner.
