The ability of dogs to guard depends primarily on pedigree and genetic factors. Therefore, when choosing a guard puppy, you need to ask how these qualities are developed in its parents.

But when raising a security guard, education and proper training play an important role. Such dogs should have minimal contact with strangers so that they listen only to their owner. She should not allow herself to be petted, and when she tries to do this, she usually moves her head away or shows her teeth.

How to choose the right security guard? What should you pay attention to? Is training skill important? Below is a brief overview and instructions for choosing the right breed.

Sentinels

The best guard dogs for a country house or apartment are those that are ready to start a fight with any number of rivals that threaten the owner. Sometimes this happens at the will of the owner, and sometimes the dog assesses the situation himself. Moreover, the size of the dog does not matter. The main deciding factor is presence of muscle mass, body constitution, character and temperament.

The Staffordshire Terrier is smaller than the Retriever, but physically superior in all respects. It is also worth paying attention to the conditions of detention, because capricious dogs will be distracted from work in every possible way if they do not receive all the necessary conditions. Some breeds can only be trained to guard and serve if trained by a professional dog handler.

IMPORTANT! For any dog, the family is its own pack, and outside groups of dogs, and other dog groups are another pack. He perceives the owner as a leader and obeys him. Sometimes a dog may perceive the entire family as comrades, without a clear hierarchy.

It is very important that the dog distinguishes strangers from family friends or social service workers (postman, janitor, policeman) and does not attack them. Remember that if a dog is too friendly, it will obey everyone, and this cannot be allowed, because then its protective functions will be suppressed.

Large

The largest and best guard dogs for the home:

Cane Corso

Italian breed, which is a national treasure. This breed was officially declared only a couple of years ago. Not long before this, the breed was on the verge of extinction, but now the situation has returned to normal.

The Cane Corso's relatives were Molossian dogs that lived in Ancient Rome. They descended from the mastiff-shaped dogs of the Etruscans, the Macedonian dogs and the war dogs of the Persians and Carthaginians. For more than 1000 years they have served and protected man.

This is evidenced by the name of the breed. The word “cane” is translated from Italian as “dog”, and “corso” means guard.

Italian dog breeders combined the following properties in one breed:

• Submission;
• Honor;
• Strength;
• Determination;
• Athleticism;
• Speed.

The dog is not afraid of any task, be it protecting the area or hunting a bear.

The future of the breed was under threat during the fall of Rome, where primitive selection was carried out. After the collapse of the empire, the breeding of dogs of this breed began to be chaotic and unscientific. The frequency of stillbirths increased because ordinary people did not have the necessary knowledge.

The Cane Corso was used for protection and maintenance in rural settlements, therefore, as society transitioned from agricultural to industrial, the demand for the breed decreased

Interesting Facts! The ancestors of the Cane Corso were gladiator dogs who fought in mortal combat against bears and lions.

In Europe, the Cane Corso is used to guard elite boutiques and jewelry stores. Prestigious and beautiful, and, at the same time, dangerous and strong breed. It has well-developed muscles, a proud figure, and a wide chest. Height at the withers is 70 cm for males and 55-60 cm for females. Average weight 45 kg. The head is large and heavy, the jaws are powerful enough to snap bones in flight.

Appearance evokes fear and respect. A serious expression on the face indicates to others who is in charge here. Representatives of the breed clearly distinguish between the owner, his family and strangers. Loves children and willingly plays with them. With proper training and adaptation, he will become friends with a cat if there is one in the house. Unpretentious to food and environmental conditions

Airedale

He is called the king of terriers. He received this title due to the fact that he is the largest representative among the representatives of this group. The breed was bred in the Aire Valley, located in Yorkshire. It was bred to hunt otters and river rats. These dogs have long, curly hair that hides powerful muscles. Endurance and strength, honor and courage are combined in this amazing breed.

During the First World War, a dog named Jack was recognized as the best signalman. This “private” carried messages to headquarters even from the most dangerous shooting ranges. He was not afraid of explosions and gunfire, for which he was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for Valor.

At the moment, the breed is extremely rare, and it is difficult to get it and it is extremely expensive, however, it can serve as an excellent guard and companion for you and your children. Unpretentious to frequent walks - once a week is enough. If the weather is bad outside or you are not in the mood, the dog will definitely feel it and will not insist.

Dogue de Bordeaux

The main difference is its strong grip, which will stop any robber or attacker. In 1896, veterinarian Pierre Mengem published a short book on the Dogue de Bordeaux, standardizing the breed. Characteristic features are a large skull, a round muzzle, and limbs of medium length. Height is about 60 cm, weight is 40-50 kg.

The character is wayward, sometimes arrogant. Nevertheless, loves children very much, considers them his peers, obeys the owner and his family. Loves to chase cats and gets along well with other dogs. Adaptation to new conditions occurs easily and quickly.

Doberman

Friedrich Louis Doberman, creator of this unique breed. He lived in Germany and worked as a tax inspector and a policeman at night. It is easy to guess that not everyone wanted to repay the debt, and Mr. Doberman had to think about how to increase work efficiency and protect himself from aggressive debtors.

In his free time, the policeman visited a shelter for stray dogs, but could not find the right combination of speed, strength, endurance and size. Then he decided to act independently and gave birth to this special breed.

The dog's height is quite high - from 80 cm, weight - 50-60 kg. The character is aristocratic, but only in relation to strangers. Very easy to train. Loves active games, walks, jogging, adores children. Doesn't attack cats, if you wean him from it in childhood.

Bullmastiff

A compact, stocky dog ​​with impressive muscle mass. He has average speed and maneuverability in everyday life, but as soon as an extreme situation arises, he without hesitation mobilizes all resources to fight strangers. The weight of the individual is about 60 kg, height at the withers is 40-50 cm.

Does not like cats or other dogs, but is neutral towards children. He doesn’t really like to play, but if you want to turn him on, he won’t refuse. It adapts poorly to a new environment, and to speed up the process you will need the help of a trainer or the moral support of the owner.

Rottweiler

There is still debate about the real homeland of this breed, but most are inclined to believe that it is Egypt. There she was involved in herding livestock, protecting farms and politicians, as well as transporting letters and parcels. The dog's height is 60 cm at the withers, weight is 70 kg. A massive beast that will obey only its owner.

He is very easy to train and loves children; he can give little ones rides on his back. Unpretentious to environmental conditions, it can live both in an apartment and in a private house. Doesn't bark at cats or chase cars. He is friendly towards other dogs.

Separately, it is worth noting these two breeds, which are beyond competition.

Moscow watchdog

A dog breed that has been considered one of the most popular among Russian dog handlers for 60 years. Large and powerful dimensions, which are combined with a good character and loyalty to the trainer.

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

The Caucasian Shepherd is suitable for those who want to have a responsible guard, and at the same time. Such dogs become strongly attached to the family and all its members, love children and, with proper upbringing, do not attack pets.

Average

Which medium-sized guard dogs would be best for protecting a private home:

Boxer

A German fighting breed, which is distinguished by its charismatic appearance, athletic and muscular physique, and kind character. Easily fits into families or work teams, intuitively senses people with bad intentions. He loves children, but it takes a little effort to get him into the game.

Chases wild cats and doesn't particularly like domestic cats. At the slightest threat to the owner or his family, he rushes to defense, but does not attack as a last resort, as if biding his time. As practice shows, when you see such a dog, thoughts of attack immediately disappear. Despite its impressive muscle mass, the dog can develop high speed. At the same time, the dog is very funny and goofy with his loved ones.

Australian Shepherd

Something between a hyena and a husky. A very unusual breed, with protruding ears. The color is most often light, but there are also white or black and white options. Very friendly and calm towards other dogs and children. Doesn't like cats, but will make friends with a house cat. He is reluctant to learn commands and often reduces the learning process to a regular game.

He loves to go for walks, sometimes he breaks into the street himself. Does not require special nutrition, except that it loves fish and seafood. A good choice for those who lead an active lifestyle and walk a lot. This breed will be an excellent hunting or fishing companion, and will also serve as a nanny for your children.

Giant Schnauzer

The energy from this breed is in full swing every minute. If you are an active person, then this is a faithful and kind guard who loves children. He subtly senses the owner’s mood and does not insist on a walk if he sees that he is not in the mood.

An interesting fact is that only representatives of this breed have unique facial expressions that are very similar to human emotions. Even after a small offense, the dog feels guilty and tries to make amends for it. Does not attack domestic animals, but does not tolerate stray cats.

Chongqing

A breed from China that combines the features of a French bulldog and a pit bull. The dog is smooth-haired, the color is brown, red, brown. The character is wayward, but compromising, it can make concessions so as not to spoil relations with the owners and their environment.

Does not require a special diet or too frequent physical activity. Minimum: walks three times a week. He is not interested in street cats, but he can have a great quarrel with domestic cats. Sees children as friends or brothers, does not attack unless provoked. He loves training and willingly learns new commands. Doesn't make noise at night and maintains discipline.

Shar Pei

Another visitor from China, with characteristic features - small, deep-set eyes and wrinkled, folded skin. The structure of the body is very powerful; considerable muscle mass is hidden under the folds. The character is calm, but to some extent arrogant.

The dog does not recognize everyone, you need to earn its respect so that it opens up and trusts you. Any food is suitable, because this breed is omnivorous. The only rule is less sweets. As for training, he shows miracles of logic, memory and learning speed. He loves cats and children, but in a conflict situation he shows his character.

Shar Pei, despite many disputes, is an excellent guard; if you are in danger, then Shar Pei will fight until his last breath!

Samoyed Laika (Samoyed)

A small fluffy animal that can protect your sleep and peace of mind. Very active and fast, he spent most of his history hunting. Can tolerate any climatic conditions. He eats only meat and does not like sweets.

He has a very positive attitude towards children and loves to play. Learns commands quickly and unquestioningly. Doesn't chase cats and is very friendly with other dogs. Nevertheless, he distinguishes well between “friends” and “strangers”, barks only when there is a real threat. Doesn't attack without a command unless you touch him first. Loves walks and active games in the fresh air.

Little ones

What small dogs are best for home guarding?

Ridgeback

The birthplace of this breed is South Africa. Primitive tribes needed an ally in hunting for game and other everyday matters. This dog also showed itself well as a guard, because it could not sleep for several nights in a row.

At the moment, the dog lives in many families, where it finds understanding and love, and in return gives its protection and courage. A small and unpretentious breed. A very adaptive dog, he easily tolerates changes in environment and climate. He starts games with the children and maintains a friendly atmosphere in the family. Sometimes he likes to bark at night, but in conditions of silence and poor lighting, a process worked out by evolution is activated when you need to monitor the situation around you, without making noise, so as not to attract wild animals.

Dachshund

Yes, yes, don't be surprised! A small guard dog with a great watch character. A true hunter and guard who served and protected man for more than one generation. Adaptation and getting used to new conditions is extremely difficult, because the dog is mischievous and can bite, so it is better to take puppies so that they get used to discipline and order from an early age.

Inside every dachshund lives a huge bull terrier. A dachshund will tear anyone and everyone apart for its owner, and besides, these dogs have a well-developed sense of ownership. You don’t even have to teach your dachshund the “guard” command; it will do it without your prompting. You can safely leave the dachshund next to your suitcase or bag, and he will not let anyone near him except you. The Dachshund does not feel jealous of children and tries to spend a lot of time near the baby, ensuring his safety.

You can safely go to work, leaving your dachshund alone at home. She will proudly carry out her post, and even if a criminal tries to break down the door and take valuables out of the house, then an unpleasant surprise awaits him in the face of an angry dachshund. Any criminal will run away with his heels shining!

The diet should be predominantly protein, with a small proportion of cereals and vegetables. Dachshunds need physical activity every day. This is a restless dog that will destroy the whole apartment if you make it bored. Relationships with children also need to be built brick by brick. Relationships with cats and other animals are just as tense, although there are exceptions when the dachshund is neutral towards other pets.

Miniature Pinscher

Of course, the smallest purebred dog of their guard class and its name: pinscher. The miniature pinscher (miniature pinscher) is often called a miniature Doberman, but this is not true. This happened because of the courage, perseverance, and bravery of the representatives of these breeds. Its compact size did not prevent it from gaining love and adoration among dog handlers around the world for its responsibility and protective qualities.

A very energetic and fearless breed with an extravagant gait. Height at the withers is only 30 cm, weight is about 15-20 kg. It is difficult to adapt to new conditions, which means you need to create the most friendly atmosphere possible so that the dog quickly joins the team. Neutral towards cats, children and other dogs. He listens only to the owner, and he, as a rule, is alone. In the absence of activity, he finds something to occupy himself with, but he cannot stand isolation and lack of communication.

Beagle

Miniature short-haired guard with cute floppy ears. The color is most often white-gray-brown. The muzzle is expressive, the eyes are emphasized. It has well-developed, sculpted muscles that grow from any physical activity.

He grew at the withers - 35-40 cm, weight - up to 30 kg. A very active but reserved dog. Never barks at passers-by or cats. Treats other dogs well and politely, makes contact easily. Protects the territory responsibly, but is distracted by extraneous factors.

French Bulldog

And again, put aside your surprise! In accordance with the classification of breeds adopted by the FCI, the French bulldog belongs to the protection group and consists in the subgroup of small format fighting dogs.

Bulldogs are very brave dogs with good reactions and are easy to train. But due to the fact that most “Frenchies” are individualists, they are sometimes aggressive towards other animals.

The French Bulldog, thanks to its love of games and the constant need to take care of someone, is especially suitable as a companion for children and as a companion for the elderly.

A compact, “pumped up” dog that can provide reliable protection. Loves children and pets and is easy to train. He doesn’t adapt to new conditions very quickly, but if you make a little effort (spend more time with him, play with him, feed him treats), the process will go faster.

The character is calm, but can sometimes be harmful if you deprive her of communication with family members or other dogs. Sometimes he likes to bark out the window. Snores at night.

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Conclusion

The main rule when choosing is a feeling of contact with the dog. If you have installed it, then no matter what breed and degree of training your pet is, be sure that he will make contact with you. Pay more attention at first so that the dog understands that he is not just a “security worker”, but a full-fledged member of the family.

Which dog did you choose for this purpose? Found at a shelter or bought a puppy? How did she adapt? What problems arose during your first walks and games together? How did you get in touch with children? Share photos and impressions in the comments.

Let us immediately note that guard dog breeds differ from fighting and security dogs, because the dog must constantly be on the territory of the house or business, and not near the owner.

Also, the best guard dogs from our list have the following features:

• the dog does not come into direct contact with the attacker, but only notifies the owner about it;
• animals live in a separate house or booth, usually kept on a chain;
• Small and small dogs can guard just as well, but a large pet inspires more fear;
• a watchdog needs to be constantly trained and trained;
• the dog must be able to make decisions on its own and react to strangers;
• inherent endurance and unpretentiousness in terms of climatic conditions;
• the dog must be incorruptible;
• A guard dog must have a high level of intelligence and a physically developed body.

The best pets for protecting a house or apartment who are included in the top watchdogs consider:

• Moscow watchdog.

Although they are more suitable for a private home rather than an apartment.

It is important to understand that when guarding an apartment, the dog must have its own place, insulated and with bedding.

Bullmastiff

Height – 67 cm

Weight – 58 kg

This is a large breed of dog, with muscles and a strong body, a wide chest. The coat is short and lies close to the body. The main color is brindle, fawn, red. By nature, these animals are distinguished by affection and love for their owner, they are active, learn quickly, and are hardy. The owner's commands are carried out the first time, ready to stop the attacker or stranger.

Pros:

• devotion;
• simplicity in training.

Minuses:

• often make decisions independently, without obeying commands.

Doberman

Height – 70 cm

German Shepherd

Height – 65 cm

Weight – 35 kg

Also the best watchman for houses and apartments The German Shepherd is considered to have a high level of intelligence and good memory. It has a large body, strong paws, and thick, black, spotted fur. The breed was bred for guarding, hunting, searching for people and drugs. Character is characterized by activity, obedience, balance, and leadership. A German Shepherd can be taught several types of commands at once.

Pros:

• maybe even a companion and guide;
• loves children and the whole family.

Minuses:

• The dog needs approval and attention from the owner.

German boxer

Height – 60 cm

Weight – 30 kg

The coat is short and smooth, the color is red, brindle, and has strong paws. The German boxer is characterized by loyalty, obedience, calmness, and loves children and his family. Learns quickly and follows all commands the first time. Used as a guide, companion, guard, detective or watchman. Distrustful and suspicious of strangers.

Pros:

• learns quickly;
• almost never gets sick.

Minuses:

• protects the owner and family rather than the house.

Rottweiler

Height – 68 cm

Weight – 50 kg

A large, service dog, the coat is short and shiny, the color is black with red spots. It has a wide back and a large neck. The dog is active, hardy, ready to work hard and endure different climatic conditions. inherent loyalty, ingenuity and fearlessness. But they can be aggressive and require training, training, long walks and attention from the owner.

Pros:

• hardy and can withstand even humans;
• learn quickly.

Minuses:

• you need to walk a lot and pay attention.

Black Russian Terrier

Height – 75 cm

Weight – 60 kg

A medium sized dog with a strong body and good health. The paws are muscular, the fur is thick and dense, the color is black, sometimes with gray spots. The Russian easily tolerates any climatic conditions, does not go overboard with food, and almost never gets sick. Easy to learn, quickly remembers commands, but requires attention from the family. The dog makes its own decisions, is friendly towards other animals, and is reliable.

Pros:

• hardy, not pretentious in choosing a place to live;
• reacts calmly to familiar people.

Minuses:

• will require training and attention.

Height – 70 cm

Weight – 50 kg

The dog has a massive body, short neck, strong paws and a large head. The coat is straight and hard, the color is black, red, fawn and brindle. The instinct is based on security and protection, and they are able to learn new commands. His character is characterized by strength, endurance, devotion, moderate aggression and suspicion of strangers.

Pros:

• basic commands do not need to be taught;
• listens only to the owner.

Minuses:

• long and constant training.

Chow chow

Height – 55 cm

Weight – 30 kg

The dog is one of the oldest breeds and was bred for security and protection. It has a wide back, a massive body and a large head, and short legs. The coat is thick and soft, the color is cream, black, blue. loyal to the owner, almost not aggressive, but very suspicious of strangers. They are difficult to learn, stubborn and make their own decisions. It is better to keep it in an apartment, because the pet is not very active.

Pros:

• quickly remember commands and get used to their place in the house;
• do not require long walks.

Minuses:

• without training and training they become lazy and disobedient.

South Russian Shepherd

Height – 63 cm

Weight – 40 kg

The dog has a large body, strong paws and long hair, the color is white, gray, gray-piebald. By nature, this is a smart, self-confident and active dog that makes its own decisions. It gets along easily in any conditions, is devoted to its owner, but is aggressive and careful with strangers. The South Russian Shepherd considers the house to be its own, so it begins to guard it at the age of two. Requires education and attention, otherwise it will attack even family members.

Pros:

• protective qualities are inherent from birth;
• loves her family and doesn’t let strangers near her.

Minuses:

• constant training and training.

If you are choosing a protector for an apartment or small cottage, then it is better to pay attention to medium-sized breeds, but with fighting and security qualities. Such pets are easier to keep and train.

Since ancient times, people have entrusted the protection of their homes to dogs, so today watchdogs are a matter of course, especially when it comes to the private sector. Such pets work regularly, not allowing strangers to enter the territory entrusted to them, but each of them has their own approach to business. Today there are many guard dog breeds, most of them are large animals with a ferocious appearance, but these are not all the qualities that are required to be the best of guards.

Watchdog - what is he like?

Special requirements are imposed on dogs called for guard duty:

Naturally, the dog must have a large size, excellent hearing, be resilient and smart - it will often have to act independently.

Rating of the best guard breeds

What breeds meet such strict criteria?

• . A giant dog that rightfully tops the rating. Among the main qualities of Caucasians are independence and confidence. Such a dog needs an experienced owner who knows how to raise a formidable watchman. Representatives of the breed have protective qualities in their blood, so they do not need specialized training.
  
• (SAO, Alabai). These dogs are often compared to Caucasians and, indeed, there are certain similarities. But SAOs have a lighter constitution, they are more sociable and patient, and are better amenable to training. Alabai are also kept outside, an enclosure is best, but they need to be walked and given the opportunity to communicate with other dogs.
  
• . A working dog breed that has never been recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, but is actively bred in its homeland. Outwardly, the Moscow Watchdog resembles the St. Bernard, but in character it is more similar to the Caucasian Shepherd Dog.
  
• . Another name for the breed is Stalin’s dog, which was bred for special military service. Black terriers have an original appearance - their curly hair even covers their eyes, but this does not prevent them from vigilantly monitoring what is happening around them. This pet is not suitable for beginners, as it is quite willful and stubborn.
  
• . Representatives of this breed worked on farms for a long time - grazed herds and guarded the owner's property. Their long coat with abundant undercoat allowed them to work in harsh climatic conditions, and its white color protected them from overheating. The South Russian Shepherd is an excellent guard and companion, but it is worth considering that its coat requires more careful care.
  
• . The ancestors of these dogs are the English Mastiff and the Old English Bulldog, they were once used for baiting animals, guarding and fighting. Bullmastiffs, of course, are not so ferocious, but they are not short of fearlessness and endurance. You can keep such a pet in an apartment, but there is one caveat - they drool excessively.
  
• . Among the Cane Corso's closest relatives are gladiator dogs, which have been valued since the times of Ancient Rome. After dogs were no longer used in war, they turned into hunters of large predators. Later, Cane Corsos became unsurpassed guards - vigilant and stern. The modern representative of the breed is a devoted pet, gets along well with other pets, and treats younger family members with care. He needs regular communication with his family, but is not intrusive.
  
• . A service dog breed, its representatives are also suitable for guarding apartments and local areas. They are well trained, have the necessary suspicion and restraint. Such a pet will not make noise unless necessary. You can keep a Rottweiler both on the street, but not on a chain, and in an apartment. Don't forget about their short fur - they need an insulated booth. It is easy to care for such a pet, but it requires mandatory education and training.
  
• . This versatile breed can also work as a watchdog - intelligent, self-possessed, uncompromising. Such a dog will not make a fuss in vain; he is able to hold off the intruder until the owner arrives. You can keep a German Shepherd both in a house, apartment, and on the street. But there are several nuances - shepherd dogs shed heavily, chains do not fit, and they require enough space.
  
• . A serious service dog with many advantages. Dobermans make excellent guards, bodyguards and watchmen. The endurance of these dogs allows them to rush into an attack only in the presence of a serious threat; according to statistics, they are less often mentioned than others in attacks on humans. Such a pet must be raised and trained, developing its abilities.
  

Guard dog breeds are affectionate and devoted family pets, ready to defend people, territory and property. Naturally, such serious dogs are not to be trifled with, so owners should remember responsibility - the animal needs socialization, education and training.

In this article I will talk about the best dogs belonging to the group - guard dogs. We will talk about puppies of these breeds, their care and purchase price, their main advantages and significant disadvantages, their ability to protect the premises and personal belongings of their owners.

Here we will analyze each dog and give a brief overview of guard breeds, we will help you

Belgian Shepherd

The dog is a large breed, the body is powerful, strong, and at the same time proportionally built, from the outside seeming light. Proud posture of the head (head raised). Variations in the height of bitches are from 56 to 62 cm, cables - 60-66 cm. With this height, dogs reach 25-30 kg.

A Belgian Shepherd puppy costs from 6 to 20 thousand rubles.

The color and type of coat depends on:

1. Groenendael (long black coat);
2. Laekenois (curly, red with white spots);
3. Malinois (short-haired, red with charcoal edges), Tervuren (long, red with charcoal edges).

Belgian Shepherd

Lives 11-12 years.

Character: confidence, fearlessness, gambling, good nature, agreeableness, activity, moderately aggressive.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• Dogs feel good in an enclosure and are unpretentious to seasonal changes.
• They are well trained.
• Selects only one owner.

Not only is he an excellent watchdog, but he can also participate in rescue operations and drug searches. The dog is indifferent to other dogs and people, and if someone interferes with its personal space and territory, it can rush out.

Rhodesian Ridgeback

They have a muscular, toned body, height 63-69 cm and weight up to 37 kg for males and 60-66 cm and 32 kg for females. The ears are hanging, the skull is wide. The red fur is short and thick, on the back there is a stripe of fur growth on the contrary - a ridge.

Rhodesian Ridgeback

The price of a Rhodesian Ridgeback is 30 to 30 thousand rubles.

They live 13 years.

Character: courage, good learning ability, devotion, determination, activity.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• Feels comfortable in the apartment.
• Loves children.
• Tends to dominate.

She protects all members of the house and the territory entrusted to her, although she perceives only the owner.

Komondor dog

They are voluminous in appearance due to their fur, with a powerful body and paws, a broad chest, and well-developed muscles. The wool is spirally twisted in the form of braids, reaching from 10 to 30 cm, white (sometimes black), covering the muzzle.

The approximate price of the commander is 30 thousand rubles.

Lives 12 years. Height: up to 65, weight up to 60.

Character: loyalty, devotion, friendliness, developed intelligence, independence.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• Not aggressive towards others.
• Willful and stubborn individuals are rare.
• Good health.

Komondor (Hungarian Shepherd)

They protect their territory well, in emergency situations they quickly react to a threat, make decisions and act independently.

Rottweiler dog

A large, powerful dog, reaching sizes from 60 to 68 cm for males and 55-64 for females. Weight 50-60 kg. The color is black, shiny with a red muzzle, paws and chest. The muzzle is large, the ears are hanging.

The cost of a Rottweiler puppy is from 5 to 10 thousand rubles.

Life expectancy is up to 12 years.

Character: poise, confidence, independence, aloofness, courage, distrust.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• Gets along well with children, but due to its massive size it can knock over or hit a child.
• Tendency to laziness.
• Compliance to training.

Rottweiler

Reacts to aggression towards the owner, acts quickly and prudently. Superbly monitors the security of premises.

Akita Inu

The body is dense, long curled tail, short muzzle, erect ears. The coat is most often a bright peach-red color with a white muzzle, chest and belly, sometimes gray. The dog weighs from 30 to 45 kg depending on gender, and the size is 58-70 cm at the withers.

The price for an Akita Inu puppy reaches 40 thousand rubles.

The dog lives up to 12 years.

Character: courage, mischief, poise, curiosity, individuality.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• Shows aggression towards passing dogs.
• It stays as a puppy for a long time, growing up only by 2 years.
• May not obey when trained.

Akita inu

Does not show aggression towards strangers, but is suspicious and reacts with lightning speed when strangers invade its territory.

German Shepherd

The line of the body smoothly turning into the tail, graceful and powerful physique. Ears are erect. Color ranges from red with black to 90% black. Paws and pads are powerful. Weight 25-45 kg, height 55-66 cm depending on gender.

The price of a German Shepherd is from 5 to 30 thousand.

Lives 10 -14 years.

Character: restraint, calmness, devotion, fidelity.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• It has the potential not only as a guard dog, but also as a service dog.
• Can be kept in an aviary.
• Easy to train.

German Shepherd

She is aggressive not only towards other dogs entering her territory, but also towards people. It considers the house and the owner to be its territory. Created to serve man.

Rieserschnauzer

Large tall dog, massive body. Height at the withers ranges from 60 to 70 cm, weight from 35 to 50. The head is rectangular, there is a mustache and beard, eyebrows, drooping ears, as if arching forward onto the muzzle. The coat is shiny black, especially long on the paws.

The cost of a puppy ranges from 18 to 45 thousand rubles.

Lives 10 - 12 years.

Character: masculinity, independence, energy, good nature.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• Lots of time to walk.
• Without training and a strong-willed owner, it will become uncontrollable.
• Cannot be kept in an apartment.
• Socialization is an important factor in the fight against possible aggression.

Rieserschnauzer

It can protect not only the house, but also the owner’s car (when traveling).

Doberman

A large, lean dog, the physique seems fragile due to its fit and muscularity. 63-72 cm - height at the withers, 40-45 kg weight.

The price for a puppy ranges from 15 to 40 thousand rubles.

The tail is docked, the ears are erect and pointed, the color ranges from beige with white markings to black with brown (the latter is more common).

They live 15 years.

Character: reliability, observation, devotion, intelligence, attentiveness.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• There are attempts to dominate the owner.
• Gets along well with children.
• They are wonderfully trained.

Doberman

It is aloof towards strangers, but its possessive nature makes the dog an excellent guardian of the owner’s premises and belongings.
Pay attention to nutrition (to avoid gastric volvulus) and heart function.

Bullmastiff

Large and appears heavy due to its stocky body. The head resembles a bulldog, the ears are drooping (falling over part of the muzzle), the chest is muscular. The color of the short coat is beige with black spots on the face, ears and paws, dark brown or brindle. The average height of individuals is 65 cm, weight is 55 kg.

The price for a bullmastiff puppy ranges from 10 to 50 thousand rubles.

Lives from 8 to 10 years.

Personality: friendliness, restlessness, prudence.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• They live well with children and other pets.
• They can live in an apartment.

Bullmastiff

They protect the owner well, but are not inclined to guard the house; this breed must be taught from puppyhood.

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

- the largest dog breed, weight ranges from 55 to 110 kg. Massive, heavy build. The ears are cropped, the coat can be short, medium, long. Color ranges from beige with black to red.

The price of a Caucasian Shepherd is from 15 to 40 thousand rubles.

Lives 10-12 years.

Character: intelligence, independence, loyalty, reliability.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• Will not accept new family members (animals).
• Gets along well with children, but may bite if hurt.
• They can live in an apartment.

Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Protects all family members with whom he lives from birth. He greets strangers on the territory of his home with loud barking.

Cane Corso

It has a massive body, a large head and paws, a docked tail, and short ears. Weight ranges from 40 to 50, height from 60 to 68. Color is iridescent gray, black and white, brindle, beige, red. Short coat with undercoat.

The price of a Cane Corso is from 15 to 45 thousand rubles.

Lives 12-13 years.

Character: firmness, independence, stubbornness, controllability, flexibility.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• Not prone to dominance.
• Easy to learn.
• They can live in an apartment.

Cane Corso

Copes well with guard functions.

Moscow watchdog

Large, massive with a short muzzle, floppy ears and a long tail. The coat is long, the color is black, white and red. Height from 70 to 78 at the withers, weight from 45 to 60.

Price from 15 to 25 thousand rubles.

Lives from 8 to 10.

Character: kindness, intelligence, balance, activity, stubbornness.

Advantages and disadvantages: highly trainable dog

Moscow watchdog

Aggressive towards surrounding people and animals, protective qualities are highly developed.
Each dog from the listed breeds is unique, but any of them will become your best friend.

Excellent watchdogs have been perfecting their existing qualities for centuries. Weak representatives died during battles with opponents. At the same time, the strongest and most intelligent animals survived and subsequently gave excellent offspring. Aboriginal dogs demonstrate excellent results in the process of work, although there are some specially bred breeds for home guarding. This section presents guard dog breeds with photos, features and detailed descriptions.

Best qualities

All watchdogs have similar qualities:

• the presence of a cold mind - the animal is capable of quickly falling into a rage, but knows how to pull itself together;
• desire to learn;
• poise - will not attack in the absence of a clear threat;
• territoriality;
• focus on the owner, on a specific person. Many guard dogs for private homes were once engaged in protecting flocks and for a long time communicated exclusively with shepherds;
• endurance;
• presence of sensitive hearing;
• the presence of highly developed intuition;
• ability to make decisions independently;
• cunning.

Some guard dogs do not need any specific training; their main mission is protection. Universal dogs must be aware of the task at hand, that is, the owner will need to place all the emphasis when carrying out basic training.

Man and dog are a duo that arose a long time ago. As living conditions changed, the purpose of dogs in people's lives also changed. Different trends in breeding have emerged, but today, as before, breeds of guard dogs for private homes are especially popular, you can learn more about them in this section.

What you need to know

Watchdogs are characterized by high intelligence and a balanced nervous system. In this case, the animal’s growth does not play any role, since the main task of the watchman is to identify danger and warn the owner. It is for this reason that aggression acts as an undesirable quality. Otherwise, the pet will react to the slightest noise and constantly bark loudly.

An excellent watchman cannot be seen or heard until the moment when his direct intervention is required. It does an excellent job of filtering out noises and sounds that could pose a threat. This section presents the best guard dog breeds with photos and names, which will allow you to truly choose the best pet.

Naturally, watchdogs are currently represented by such a variety of breeds that in the absence of special knowledge you can easily get confused. Each specific breed has its own characteristics. But in any case, you need to remember that in the absence of proper education, the data of these dogs may not be revealed.

To avoid this, you should familiarize yourself with the information presented in this section. Here are the best guard dog breeds with photos, descriptions, specifics of maintenance and care, features of proper upbringing and training.