There are a number of capable and family oriented guard dogs that would be suitable for watch dogs or even personal protection dogs. However, these are the top 10 best guard dogs in no particular order. When looking for a capable protector you have to take into consideration the following traits in canines: Train-ability, Stability, ability to process the difference between an actual threat and a family member or friend, alertness, size, speed, and strength.
1. The Belgian Malinois
There are four types of Belgian shepherding canines. One of these dogs is the Belgian Malinois. This breed is often mistaken for the German Shepherd Dog. However, the Malinois is has a more elegant structure and have a lighter build. However, the decrease in size doesn't take away any strength or drive. This breed is often used by police and military for it's train-ability, intelligence, high energy level, and over all work ethic. When trained properly, this breed is a force to be reckoned with.
2. The American Pit Bull Terrier
One of the most misunderstood and stereotyped breeds is the American Pit Bull Terrier. Due to the fact of negative media attention and the victim of poor owners, this breed's reputation has been tarnished over the years. However, this breed not only makes an outstanding family dog, they make an excellent home protector as well. This breed is extremely athletic, intelligent, and strong. When trained properly, they make excellent guard dogs. Training should be extensive and done by professionals. As with any breed, Training A Protection Dog should never be done halfheartedly. Extensive hours of protection training are required to properly train any breed of canine.
Pictured above: The American Pit Bull Terrier working in protection work with his owner. This dog breed is highly intelligent and trainable for any task. They are the number one pick for bomb detection dogs since this is a breed with an incredible amount of stamina and willingness to please. They are a dog breed that just refuses to give up.
3. The Cane Corso
The Cane Corso is a very large boned and muscular dog breed. This dog carries themselves very powerfully and are a noble breed. This is one of the two native Italian mastiff type breeds that are direct descendants of the Roman Canis Pugnaces. This breeds name comes from the latin language "Cohors". Which in Latin terms means protector as well as guardian which is suitable for one of the top guard dogs. This may be a massive dog breed, but they still remain gentle with their family as well as children.
4. The Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is a strong and muscular dog breed weighing in well over one hundred pounds depending on it's bloodline. This breed strives on being given a task to perform and are happiest when performing these tasks. They are a smart and obedient dog breed that would make an excellent service dog, police dog, protection dogs, or even a therapy dog. They are an inherent protector that is confident and responds quietly to situations. This dog breed analyzes his environment before reacting. Some dog breeders prefer the rottweiler as their number one choice in personal protection dogs.
5. The Dogo Argentino
The Dogo Argentino is a muscular dog breed that is very large and has a white hair coat. It was bred in Argentina specifically as a big game hunting dog. This included pumas as well as wild boar. The breeder of this dog was a man by the name of Antonio Martinez. He wanted to create a dog that showed bravery and a willingness to protect it's owner to the death. It was first created in 1928 by breeding the Cordoba Fighting Dog along with a wide variety of other dog breeds that included the Great Dane, Irish Wolfhound, Boxer, as well as the Great Pyreness. Due to it's genetic makeup, it would not only make a great companion, but a very suitable guard dog. They are without a doubt one of the best protection dogs.
