Protective Dogs
Want to know more about protective dogs? See all the dogs that fit this criteria and learn more about what it's like to have these dogs as pets.
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- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, tendency to chew, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good for first-time pet owners, high potential for weight gain, highly territorial
- colors: white, cream
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, outgoing, friendly, playful, protective
American Eskimo dogs are intelligent, energetic pups with fluffy white coats. They are easily trainable and highly loyal to their owners.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, cold weather tolerant, high potential for weight gain, loves water, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: gray, black, white
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, willful, playful
A loyal family companion and an eager outdoor playmate, intelligent Norwegian elkhounds are an ancient dog breed that fits well into an active, modern lifestyle.
- breed group: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: tolerates being alone, highly territorial, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: white
- patterns: bicolor, spotted
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, willful, aloof, protective
Great Pyrenees are smart and serious dogs that enjoy lots of space and make excellent family pets. Learn more about living with Great Pyrenees.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, requires lots of grooming, tolerates being alone, low prey drive, loves water, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, hot weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, gold / yellow, cream, black, white
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: long, medium, curly
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, outgoing, playful, protective
A friendly, loving family dog who's easy on the allergies makes Labradoodles one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States. These dogs love activity, just not as much as they’ll love you.
- breed group: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, requires lots of grooming, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, fawn
- patterns: black and tan
- coat length/texture: medium, wiry
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, aloof
Giant schnauzers are loyal, intelligent, and hard-working dogs who are great companions for those willing to train this high-energy breed. Here's hoping you have the time for long walks and playtime in the yard.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, tolerates being alone, highly territorial, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: short, medium
- temperament: aloof, protective
The Anatolian shepherd dog is loyal and incredibly strong—a working dog like none other. Learn more about this amazing dog breed.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: white
- patterns: bicolor, sable, tricolor
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, willful, protective
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a happy and outgoing hound dog with a small stature. These French hounds love their people and are well-suited for families with kids.
- breed group: none
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, loves water, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, gold / yellow, black
- patterns: brindle, merle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: willful, aloof, protective
Created as a hunting and herding dog for the Louisiana bayous, the Catahoula leopard dog thrives in an active, working environment.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, highly territorial, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn
- patterns: bicolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, protective
Mastiffs are loyal, gentle dogs, famous for their extra-large size and propensity for drooling. Learn more about living with mastiffs, one of the oldest dog breeds.
- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, prone to health issues, low prey drive, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly
- colors: red, fawn, white
- patterns: brindle, flecked / ticked / speckled
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful, protective
Found in schools and businesses all across the country, the bulldog is a worldwide symbol for tenacity. They are courageous, but also incredibly gentle, and they have a special fondness for children. Learn more about the timeless bulldog here.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, highly territorial, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn, black, blue, gray, white
- patterns: bicolor, brindle, harlequin, merle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful, protective
Great Danes are enormous, gentle dogs that love spending time with their family, whether on walks or lazing at their elbows. Is this gentle gargantuan dog breed right for you?