Not only are they good companions, but they also make
great guard dogs because of their protective nature.
The English Bulldog breed makes for
great guard dogs because of their instinctive nature to protect those they are loyal to and can hey can reach a height of 12 - 16 inches and can weigh around 51 - 55 pounds.
They have a very gentle temperament, although they still make
a great guard dog because of their heritage.
Not exact matches
While the United Kennel Club clarifies that American Pit bull terriers aren't
great as
guard dogs because they are very friendly even with strangers, one can not deny that their mere presence can be quite intimidating alone.
Isolating a
Great Dane to a fenced yard and
dog house for instance,
because your desire was a Giant, mean, aggressive
guard dog is cruelty to the breed and will surely ruin a loving Dane.
They're synonymous with fun as well as safety
because their size makes them
great guard dogs.
Because Goldens are such friendly
dogs, don't count on them being
great guard dogs.
If you need a tough livestock
guard because you still have wolves and bears running around your property, and don't mind whatever else your
dog might kill, this is a
great choice.
In homes where many people come and go, we would steer clear of the Fila Brasileiros, but
because they are so comfortable and loyal to what they perceive to be their family, these make
great guard dogs.
Unfortunately, these and other
great guard dogs are not permitted in many apartments, and even some cities
because they have reputations for being aggressive breeds.
Just
because a breed like the Doberman pinscher has the reputation for being a good
guard dog breed does not mean that every
dog of this breed is going to make a
great guard dog.