10 Best Family Guard Dogs

Akita

Spitz dogs have a double coat, a long tail that curves over the back, and erect triangle-shaped ears, like the Akita.

Belgian Malinois

The courageous Belgian Malinois, a herding breed, has been utilized extensively in police and military operations. 

Wild Dog

The Bernese mountain dog was bred in Switzerland to herd cattle, guard livestock, and work on farms.

Bullmastiff

English estates utilized Bullmastiffs to stop poachers. More over 100 pounds,

Doberman Pinscher

German tax collector Louis Dobermann designed the frightening Doberman pinscher to accompany him on his visits. 

Germany's Shepherd

German shepherds are smart, courageous, and devoted family dogs.

Great Dane

Germans breed the Great Dane. Intruders are often deterred by the breed's size and deep bark.

Greater Pyrenees

The Pyrenees Mountains' Great Pyrenees has guarded sheep and other livestock for ages.

Rottweiler

The Rottweiler was designed in Germany to herd cattle from field to market while protecting them. 

Saint Bernard's

Monks created the Saint Bernard for search and rescue in the cold Alps.