Not much sends a shiver of fear through would be intruders more than the guttural throaty growl of a good security dog. Even the annoying incessant yips from a tiny fluff ball can be a deterrent. What makes the best security dog though? We will delve into this topic with vigor in this article.
German Shepards, Rottweilers, Dobermans and the ubiquitous Bull Terriers all come to mind. Ferocious beast with snarling fangs whose only purpose in life is to protect. Any false move around these animals could lead to your throat being torn out. But, this really sounds like a huge liability, right?
We need to discuss a few metrics when choosing the perfect security dog. Trainability, family friendly, socially adjusted and unprovoked aggression. All of these are extremely important factors to consider, especially if you live in an urban environment around a lot of people and other pets.
If you really want the very best and have the hours everyday to train then there is one clear winner in the bunch… The Belgian Malinois! These meat missiles are unstoppable. They will launch themselves up a twenty foot wall to latch onto the limb of Mr. Badguy. Their agility is unmatched. But, they are NOT for beginners. This is a highly tuned machine that requires hours of training and exercise every single day. Don’t take that lightly when making your decision. Maybe you’d be better off with a cat…
