Schutzhund vs guard dog?

When I move out I would like to get a "guard dog" like a Dobie or GSD, not just for a guard dog, I have always wanted one of those breeds anyway. I…

ASKED BY Zackintosh CJ on 4/23/09
TAGGED schutzhund, guarddog, protection, bite, command IN Other Behavior & Training 0 ANSWERS

Can anyone recommend a breed of dog that would make a good watch dog and also get along with my beagles and goats?

I live on a farm and there have been some daytime burglaries in my area so I want to get a large dog to act as a deterrant. I am concerned that…

ASKED BY Guest 066946 on 6/25/08
TAGGED livestock, bestbreed, goats, guarddog IN Breeds 0 ANSWERS CLOSED

Would an untrained dog guard against home invasion if I was there?

If a stranger was to come into my home and I was frightend and wanted my dogs to attack the intruder would they know that is what I wanted? They've…

ASKED BY Kratos on 1/31/08
TAGGED guarddog, attack IN Behavior & Training 0 ANSWERS CLOSED