An excellent guard dog is not defined only by size. And it’s not just about the loudest bark. True canine guardians share a few critical and non-negotiable traits: intelligence, quiet confidence, ...

"They’re natural protectors, but not aggressive without reason and great for families," says vet Nita Vasudevan.

"They’re gentle with children, but have the instinct to guard," says trainer Sally Grottini.

Guard dogs have long been valued for their ability to detect danger, respond quickly and protect the people they love. Many of these breeds combine physical strength with sharp instincts, making them ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While most guard dogs have big builds, some were specifically bred to protect a home or livestock. These pups therefore make ...

Vanguard Protection Dogs, a provider of professionally trained protection dogs, recently demonstrated its training excellence at the RSV2000 Championship in Germany, where company founder Vit Singh ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. "Good guard dogs often have a breed history of guarding livestock or protecting property," explains Dr. Liza Cahn, DVM, a ...

Dr. Reg Haid, a neurosurgeon, owns two Svalinn protection dogs. He spent $75,000 on his first and paid extra for the pick of the litter for his second. He says the dogs are very emotionally ...