what is the best self-defence dog to buy?

Answer 1

I wouldn't reccomend a typical "guard dog" breed, even for protection. Many require firm handling from an early age and probably aren't a good choice for someone new to dog owning.

Are you looking for a house guard dog, or something you can walk down the street with and know you'll be safe?

If you just want to 'look intimidating' and have the money and space to accomidate it, I would suggest a 'gentle giant' breed instead. Or simply a medium-large breed in general. No one is going to come up to mug you if you're walking around with a giant (a sweetheart, but the bad guy doesn't know that!)

If you truly want a guard dog breed there's plenty out there- I suggest looking up breeds who were bred to be guards. But you must establish your dominance from an EARLY age with these types of dogs, and you must provide them with plenty of exercise and love, or you could have trouble.

Answer 2

I think buying a dog purely for self defence reasons, as in defending you against an attacker, is rather selfish and very unfair. No dog should be bought or used under these circumstances. Most dogs will defend their territory, but for many dogs, YOU as the LEADER are expected to defend them! Particularly if you are regarded as leader, which is how it should be. I would never buy a dog purely to hurt people. You can get into all sorts of legal problems. Never put up signs stating you have a guard dog and it will bite. By warning people and someone breaks in and the dog attacks, you are open to litigation. By not stating you have a dog that attacks, leaves the burgular open to the courts. This is particularly true of the UK.
Please, buy the dog because you want a dog, not because you think it will defend you. Dogs like to be loved and cared for. They have feelings, as we do. Dogs are not accessories nor are the weapons and if you buy an aggressive dog for that reason that does not say much about you as a prospective owner. If the dog choses to defend, and some will, then fine.
Eli.

Answer 3

That depends on your level and experience with training a large assertive independant thinking breed of dog. It also makes a difference where and who the dog will live with in your home. It will depend on how much training you are willing to do with the dog and how much your family members are willing to work at it also.
Dobermans are great but they take a lot of training and do not always take direction from children well. They are great dogs for the right home however they are a nightmare if not peoperly trained. They will take over the house.
You need to sit down and make out a list of things that are important to you. I myself like short haired dogs. So any breeds in my home are short haired only. After you have a list of items that you can or can not live with then look at several breeds of dogs and see what best fits into your lifestyle and needs and wants and then talk to some breeders of those breeds and see what they think. THey can be a great source of information about the breeds traits and likes and dis likes.
Good luck in your search.

Answer 4

Why do you want a "self defence" dog? Are you trying to protect yourself? If so, and you are asking what dog to buy, I must surmise that you have little working knowledge about dogs. All dogs require training and defense dogs require more than a novice teacher. My suggestion is get a lap dog or you may end up being sued by someone your dog bites.

Answer 5

First of all, please do not listen to those that tell you "any dog will do it". How many labs or goldens have you seen doing PATROL work in a police dept.? Get the right dog, which can be very time consuming and expensive, and have it trained right, which is also time consuming and expensive. For your needs I suggest the Fila Braseilero. If you buy it as a puppy and just raise it, it will need no protection training. It comes natural to the breed. There are no expenses involved with protection training. It will still need to learn manners. I am not entirely sure what your REAL needs are and cannot give you more of a qualified answer at this time. Please re-post with EXACTLY what your needs are and we can talk about it in length.

Answer 6

Some dogs are naturally more territorial and assertive. Whatever you get, be prepared to spend alot of time training it or it could become overly aggressive. The best thing I did when I got my dog was to go to Petsmart training sessions. I recommend them to anyone that has a dog, especially a new puppy or dog with obedience issues. Believe me, dogs take a lot of time every day. Be prepared for this. And unless you are experienced with dogs, you might want to try a less territorial dog first.

Some breeds that are territorial -
Bull Mastiff
German Shepherd
Catahoula Leopard Dog(not for beginners)

Answer 7

Alsatian, Or Rottweiler. This is usually the attack dogs police and military use all around the world. They make great lap dogs to. Alsatians are very loyal, while rotties can be temperamental when in a tight spot. But with enough love and encouragement from their owner they can be the most obedient pups around. Good Luck.

Answer 8

The best defense dog to buy is any dog that will bark when someone comes around. The best defense is a 45

Answer 9

It's all about preference... what you want in a dog. Though German Sheppards are always a good choice. From what I've heard, they generally do well in obedience classes.
My godfathers parents have a jack russel who thinks it's the king of the world...viscious as anything and because of that he has the nickname of "Killer". This little dog will attack big dogs as well, Sheppards, Labs, and I believe once he even went after a St. Bernard lol....
Whatever dog you choose, just realise that it's all about the way you train him/her. If you aren't good with your training (stern voice) your dog will learn from it....and will not be as good as it could be.

Good luck.

Answer 10

If you are meaning a dog to protect you and your house heres a list:
bulldog
Australian Shepard
german shepard
doberman
retriever
lab (any color)
collies
even standards of these 2 breeds
schnauzer
poodle