![]() ![]() They have a tendency toward aggressiveness, but in a properly trained Staffordshire, that aggression will usually only become apparent when a family member is in danger. (10) Staffordshire Terrier – This breed was originally developed for bull and bear fighting. (9) Kuvasz – This breed has a natural aloofness with strangers, and a strong sense of protectiveness when it comes to family, making it a very suitable guard dog breed. One great benefit of the breed, though, is that the Ridgeback is not naturally “barky.” If your Rhodesian Ridgeback barks, there’s a reason, so he’ll be very good at alerting you to possible threats. The downside to this breed is that the Ridgeback lacks the strong desire to please you that is often found in other breeds, so you’ll need to be vigilant about training. (8) Rhodesian Ridgeback – Given that this breed’s original purpose was lion hunting, you could reasonably expect that the Ridgeback would make a pretty kick-ass guard dog. The Shepherd is still a good choice for a family guard dog, though, because of his intense loyalty and intelligence. The German Shepherd is now smaller and rangier than he used to be, and not always able to handle taking down a criminal. They have, in recent years, been displaced by the Belgian Malinois, because dog show standards have done a pretty good job of ruining the breed for police work. (7) German Shepherd – German Shepherds used to be the favored breed when it came to serving as police dogs. This breed requires a lot of attention, as well as physical and mental stimulation. (6) Giant Schnauzer – The Giant Schnauzer is a very powerful dog, with a tendency toward dominance. They’re highly alert to anything that seems out of the ordinary, and will let you know immediately if an intruder is on your property. (5) Puli – If there’s such a thing as a suspicious dog, it would be the Puli. Properly socialized, they also make great family pets. (4) Komondor – These are dignified, courageous dogs that are naturally protective. They tend to be a bit standoffish with strangers, so if you don’t welcome someone warmly into your home, neither will your Rott. (3) Rottweiler – This is another extremely intelligent breed, and also capable of intense loyalty. You know that meme you see on Facebook all the time? The one that says “My Doberman can reach the fence in 2.5 seconds – can you?” It’s actually pretty accurate. (2) Doberman – Dobies are highly intelligent, fearless, and fast. ![]() (1) Bullmastiff – This breed is incredibly strong and protective, but also gentle with family members. The best guard dogs are, quite simply, dogs that are big enough to overpower a human if that should be necessary.īut are there any good small watchdogs? Let’s explore that question a bit, first by considering which dogs are best for protecting home and hearth. ![]() I just want to get that out of the way, right at the outset. Personally, I wouldn’t recommend any small breed for use as a guard dog. Smaller dogs generally don’t make the list, and in fact, there’s a good reason for that – a small dog, no matter how aggressive, is far less of a threat to someone intent on invading your home or causing you harm. Most of the time, when we consider guard dogs, our thoughts go immediately to large animals like Rottweilers, Pit Bull types, Dobermans, German Shepherds and other breeds of size. What is the toughest small dog I can get her? ![]() They allow dogs, and I’d like to get her a dog for protection. He’s afraid of billboards, and traffic lights, and falling leaves. Joey is a Rottweiler, but I’m worried that he might not be much of a guard dog. I like to go out at night and wander through parts of town that look so dark and romantic and pretend that I meet a romantic vampire like in “Twilight.” Should I take my Chihuahua with me for protection? Like, in case I meet someone dangerous who isn’t, like, a nice romantic vampire? I have four Chihuahuas, so all together, wouldn’t they be able to stop an intruder? But my Chihuahua loves me, and would fight to the death to protect me isn’t that worth something?
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