Posted on 12/12/2015 12:17:03 PM PST by MtnClimber
Large dogs are held in high esteem for a variety of reasons: for their large stature, their strength, and their protective nature and keen watchdog abilities. If you're looking for a reliable canine defender, it's important to consider not only the physical attributes of a dog breed, but its temperament, as well.
Using data from Animal Planet, PetBreeds found the 29 best guard dogs and ranked them by popularity, according to the 2014 AKC popularity rankings. (Three dog breeds that had no ranking were put at the bottom of the list.) Criteria used included that the breed must possess a strong watchdog ability and be known protectors. Only purebreds that were classified as being large or giant and to bark minimally were included.
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Chi’s are badazz little dogs who don’t know they’re little.
And if all one wants is detection, why buy more food or deal with any more poop than you have to? :-)
Well, there is that, I reckon.
:)
Yeah, they are little dogs with that big dog attitude. And because they are small, people get startled when the chi goes into guard dog mode. lol
>>> I had a pug once and the only thing anyone need to fear was his awesome friendliness. He would have welcomed the burglars in and showed him where all the good stuff was.
Yeah. The greatest danger posed to a burglar by any of my black labs over the years would be as a trip hazard when they roll over for a belly rub.
Sort of intimidating to only see a giant set of white teeth & flashing eyes on a dark night. But when startled, the biggun has an embarrassingly high bark.
You should feel ashamed of yourself for disappointing a doberman like that. ;)
Wasn’t my fault the perp ran away!
I gave the dog every chance!
I expect someone received the “disapproving dobe” look after that protestation.
He got a cookie.
All was forgiven.
Oh my goodness.. What a cutie patootie!
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