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posted Jun 4, 2019 11:11:05 PM

Can i enter pet deductions for guarding my property?

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 11:11:07 PM

There is no deduction for personal security expenses whether that's guard dogs or an alarm system, but if they are guarding your business property and they are certified guard dogs you can deduct the expenses in your business expenses. A traditional guard dog breed can qualify if trained.

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 11:11:07 PM

There is no deduction for personal security expenses whether that's guard dogs or an alarm system, but if they are guarding your business property and they are certified guard dogs you can deduct the expenses in your business expenses. A traditional guard dog breed can qualify if trained.