"To guard the home" means to protect and defend one's house or residence from any potential threats or dangers. It involves taking measures to ensure the safety and security of the place where one lives. Full definition
You can't guard your home from all the possible risks, but you can definitely take the steps to overcome from these risks by providing total protection cover. (policybazaar.com)
The larger dogs are kept for guarding home which are few as they don't serve much purpose. (pethelpful.com)
Every breed has their skill set, and not all dogs are great with children or make for ideal watch dogs guarding homes. (topdogtips.com)