Lol, thanks for the ping. I can’t go with the ‘hero’ business as even my Yorkie might attack an intruder. The Pit Bull didn’t know he was putting his life in danger.
You are right, potlatch. Many breeds will take bullets to protect their family, home and territory.
Mostly the “herding breed”, which includes Belgian Shepherds (Malinois particularly), German Shepherds, any mixed breed dog that is considered a farm dog.
But, forget the labs and goldens. They make great family dogs, are not known to take a bullet, as a general rule. I am sure there are some exceptions, so don’t flame me!