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Choosing a guard dog to protect your family, property or livestock is a big decision.  There are many great breeds to choose from; however, I have narrowed it down to the top four best, most popular breeds of dogs for guard dogs.

Akita

Akita’s are very loyal and courageous dogs.  They are very loving and affectionate with their families and tend to be standoffish with strangers.  Most Akita’s will not bark unless they feel something is wrong.  They are a very alert and fearless breed.  They make excellent family pets and do better as the only dog as they do tend to dominate.

Bull Mastiff

Bull Mastiff’s are a large, fearless and powerful breed.  They love their family and are extremely loyal.  They are quiet, intelligent and always alert.  They have very strong protective instincts and will not hesitate to protect its owner, family and territory.  They do fine around children, making them great family pets as well as guard dogs.

Rottweiler

Rottweiler’s are relatively easy to train and are very intelligent.  They have a great deal of confidence and fear very little.  When it comes to its family they are totally committed and will do whatever it takes to protect them.  Rottweilers do okay with children although they are better suited for older children.  They are eager to please and make a great addition to a family who wants not only a guard dog, but a pet as well.

Doberman Pinscher

Doberman Pinscher’s are fast, agile dogs who have lots of energy, but even more obedience.  This breed is already commonly used as a guard dog, war dog and police dog.  They have no fear and will risk itself for its owner and family.  They are great for family dogs and very weary of strangers, human or animal.  This breeds main focus, is wanting to please its owner.

Other popular breed for guard dogs include:
Tosa Inu
Giant Schnauzer
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Akita Inu
Boxer
Fila Brasileiro
German Shepherd
Komondor

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