Rotties are great protectors for children, aren't they? Mine passed away after 14 years of age, and I opted for small dogs after that. Not so good for protection, but they make a lot of noise. We feel like prisoners in our own home, here..what with an alarm system, dogs, and best of all, *boom,* and after someone tried to come into our girls' room, through the window, at 2:00 am in the morning, wouldn't hesitate to use it, at all. :)
They're the greatest! As we've discussed this before, my 2 Rotties are fantastic with my grandson & grand-daughter..When they're here, they play with them constantly, and when they're sleeping, the Rotties are along side their bed watching over the grandkids sleep. They just love them! Wish I knew how to scan the pix to put them on this board for you all to see! :-) Will talk with you all when I get back..