World Top 5 Guard Dogs

A guard dog, also referred to as a watchdog, is a kind of dog that is kept in order to safeguard people or property against unwanted human or animal intruders. Search dogs are often meant to be loyal, strong and protective. These dogs are trained to bark to alert their owners of any suspicious activity. Guard dogs require special training and poorly-trained guard dogs are not recommended and can be dangerous for their owners.

5.Bullmastiff

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Bullmastiff is a large, muscular, and guard dog. It is an English breed of dog, which was developed as a guard dog by cross-breeding an English Mastiff with an Old English Bulldog. The average height of a male Bullmastiff is approximately 64-69 centimeters, while in the case of a female dog, it is 61-66 centimeters. The average weight of such kinds of dogs is 50-59kg and 41-50 kg in the case of males and females respectively.

These dogs are brave, athletic, and independent. They are also very affectionate and gentle with their owners they do socialise with children and other animals. A poorly socialized Bullmastiff may be a shy and anxious one. The price range of a bullmastiff may vary from $1000-$2200 depending upon the breeder, location, and the dog's pedigree.

4.Belgian Malinois

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Belgian Malinois is a Belgian breed dog that has now become renowned with customs, military, border guard, and police forces. It is a short-haired, medium-height dog and is fawn with a black overlay and a black mask. It has an average life span of 10-12 years. An average Belgian Malinois male is about 61-66 centimeters in height, whereas females are about 56-61 centimeters. An average female weighs around 20 to 25 kg, on the other hand, male dogs are heavier weighing around 25 to 30 kg.

These dogs are very playful, exuberant, or young. Search dogs have strength, stamina, and the ability to work in a wide range of environmental temperatures. These dogs are very intelligent loyal and obedient. They are very fierce and have acute vision. A Belgian Malinois ranges between $500 to $9000 depending upon how old you buy it.

3.Doberman Pinscher

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Doberman Pinscher is a German breed of dog who is very fearless, intelligent and vigilant. They form strong bonds with their owners and are very easy to train. An average male dog from this category is around 68 to 72 centimetres in height, however, a female dog ranges between 63 to 68 centimetres. 40- 45 kgs is the average weight that a male dog of this category possesses, compared with the average weight of a female, which is only about 32-35 kgs.

Such dogs are usually short and are found in colours like black & tan and red & tan. Doberman Pinschers are loyal, energetic, fearless, protective, alert and intelligent. These dogs are also known for being police and military dogs, rescue and therapy dogs. The price range of these dogs may vary between $500 to $2250, which may be affected by the dogs' location, pedigree, coat colour, quality and breeder's reputation.

2.Rottweiler

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Rottweiler, popularly referred to as Rottweiler Metzgerhund in German, is a breed of domestic dog. The average height of male dogs in this category is between 61 to 68 centimeters, while for female dogs it is between 56 to 63 centimeters. The average weights of male and female dogs are between 40-60 kilograms and 30-50kg respectively. Search dogs have a life expectancy of about 8 to 10 years.

These dogs are very active and require a protein-rich diet, however, they have sensitive stomachs and should avoid being given meat, bone meals, and fillers such as wheat and soy. These dogs are very powerful and intelligent and are always ready to protect their loved ones only if they are properly trained and socialized. The price of Rottweiler may range from $1200 to $2000.

1.German Shepherds

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German Shepherd is a German breed of dogs who are very energetic, loyal, and confident. Such dogs are active and require training and regular exercise. An average adult male German shepherd may weigh between 30-40kg, compared with the female dog, which is only 22-32kg. The average height of a male dog from this category is 60 to 65 centimeters, whereas a female dog's height can be 55 to 60 centimeters. The average life expectancy of these dogs is 9 to 13 years.

German Shepherds became famous after World War 1 and are termed as one of the smartest dog breeds globally. They are often used as search-and-rescue, military, police, therapy, guide, narcotics, and detecting dogs. The German shepherd has a very protective nature and is often very watchful and bark to alert their owner. A person may start training a German shepherd roughly at the age of 6 months. The price of a German Shepherd puppy is between $450 to $1900, with an adoption fee of $250 or slightly higher.

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