Guard dogs are loyal, brave, and are chosen mainly because they protect their territory.
Most of the dogs on other lists are found too, so they are here in no particular order.
A favorite of guard dogs, the German Shepherd is very intelligent, fearless, brave and confident. A popular choice among police, these dogs are often taught commands in German because they learn quickly. They are very calm at home but when their family is threatened, they react quickly! Interestingly, German Shepherds make good service dogs.
Doberman Pinscher This highly trained breed is alert, fearless and loyal. This is a fast dog capable of covering a lot of territory in a short period of time. If you have a lot of territory to protect or an intruder to take down, the Pinscher is for you! The Doberman Pinscher is known as the smartest dog breed in the world.
Rottweiler These dogs are quick learners and an intelligent breed. Originally to protect livestock, Rottweilers will relentlessly protect their pack. Their owners can expect fierce loyalty while with strangers, they seem aloof until properly introduced. The Rottweiler is also an affectionate dog.
Bull Mastiff This breed is brave, protective and physically strong – kinda Herculean dog! Known as the “silent guard,” the Bullmastiff is a cross between an English Mastiff and an English Bulldog. The Bullmastiff’s loyalty is unsurpassed. If an intruder entered, the Bullmastiff would spring into action, using its strength to knock down or incapacitate the intruder. At home, it is a great pet that is docile and loving with the family. This brave and passionate dog will always have your back!
Giant Schnauzers These are strong and powerful dogs that need very rigorous training. This physically dominant breed must work every day with not only physical exercise but also mental exercise. Requiring constant attention, the Giant Schnauzer is a fearsome yet loyal breed and, needless to say, excellent guard dogs. They are very trainable with a stable temperament.
Akita Bold and fearless, the Akita was originally bred to the upper class in Japan. It is a breed that commands a lot of respect! Their great loyalty to their families (as seen in the movie Hatchi: A Dog’s Tale) as well as their extreme suspicion of strangers make them great watch dogs. Akitas are large, strong dogs that are accustomed to brave challenging environments. They do not socialize well with other breeds, so the Akita is the only dog that should be in the house. Also, the Akita requires an experienced owner, so if you’ve never owned a dog before, you should probably avoid this breed.
Rhodesian Ridgeback Although the Rhodesian Ridgeback looks kind of like a dragon from “Harry Potter,” I assure you this breed is a tempered dog to be kept with strangers and loving toward loved ones (Proven by her love of cuddling and her desire to be tabby.) The breed is very independent and loyal, which is why they make great watchdogs. Look at their history! They were originally bred to hunt lions! They are selective in their barking and must be taken seriously. When that barking howls, you better listen because something has gone terribly wrong! Ridgebacks must be trained and managed because they are not naturally obedient – okay, so maybe they are part dragon!
Staffordshire Bull Terrier This breed may be a bit headstrong and stubborn but it is also brave, gentle, intelligent and playful! Often confused with the Pit Bull Terrier, the Staffordshire Terrier was bred for bull and bear fighting – very important for a dog! They are protective and aggressive, which makes them an ideal guard dog. They should be trained and socialized when young because of their nature. This breed makes a great family pet because they are not only aggressive while protecting family members!
This Polly dog is suspicious in nature as well as alert and will always bark to inform his owner of anything that isn’t quite right! Polly is highly intelligent, loyal and loves running, walking, and outdoor activities, which makes them good additions to an active family! Pulis require constant companionship and are patriotic and strong-willed, but trainable.
This Komondor is a very active breed and needs your diligent attention. She is very active, very loyal and has a very dense and very heavy coat! Commonly used to protect sheep, horses, llamas, goats and chickens, though its quiet and calm indoors (but not suitable for an apartment) impressive bark alone sets it apart as a great guard dog, especially for farms where your nearest neighbor is a mile away! The Komondor is a self-reliant dog who isn’t completely friendly with strangers but is devoted to his family. This breed has strong instincts to count on, and unless you establish yourself as the alpha dog, control of this dog will never be yours! Truthfully, the Komondor is a lot of dog for the average household but has the abilities of a natural guard dog.
Kuvasz is an ancient breed of Hungarian origin that is very territorial and harbors a strong instinct to guard the family and home. The Kuvasz is very rugged and requires a spacious home with a fenced in yard. A deep bark will alert you when strangers are approaching and want to announce every stranger they seem to be! He requires early socialization if you want to keep his territorial instincts in check. Protecting livestock is where this breed shines, as it is part of this dog’s genetic makeup to lead, as long as you don’t allow him to lead you!
The Belgian Malinois, which looks like a smaller, more agile German Shepherd dog, is used as search and rescue dogs, working dogs for the police and the military, and as guard dogs for the White House (although they were not used to drop crossing the fence that they actually got to the White House before someone put them down). officers).
This racehorse can reach speeds of 30 miles per hour, and can withstand desert temperatures as well as Washington summer days. As a herding dog, this is the most active dog you can have, so owning this dog requires you to ensure that it stays active or it will become destructive. This is a very loyal and strong dog who protects their family.
Large Pyrenees This breed likes to be constantly controlled outside patrols, so yes, this makes a great guard dog and not a dog sleeping lazily by the stove. Although calm and gentle with children, this breed is also very protective and defensible with its distinctive heavy bark. When called upon to protect them, this is what they do regardless of whether it is protecting or guarding a herd of animals, your family or your home! This breed is very slow to learn new commands, so patience is of the utmost importance when training Great Pyrenees!
be responsible
Although all of the above breeds make good family pets, you should keep in mind that owning a guard dog comes with many added responsibilities. These are strong and powerful dogs with overpowering personalities that must be properly trained and socialized to view their owner as the ‘leader of the pack’. If these responsibilities aren’t for you, perhaps you should consider a “watch dog” rather than a “guard dog.” In addition to scaring off guard dogs, galloping carpenters will scare off intruders and intruders while alerting their owners of potential threats.
Tom Matteo
