What dog would be best for a small backyard and 2 small kids but would make an ok guard dog?

Answer 1

The little dingo cow dogs are great, not big. but big enough to keep strangers away.

Answer 2

Well,How Small Of A Back Yard?

If It Is An Okay Size I Would Get A Lab.

My Cuzzin's Grandpa Has/Had A Lab,Was Great With Kids And Didn't Need A Gaint Yard.

Answer 3

I would say german shepards because I love them, but my guess is that a boxer is more of what you are looking for. I believe boxers are smaller, but otherwise both breeds have the same great points; good guard dog, (will bark when needed, not all the time), their looks alone will probally stop someone! good with kids (when properly trained). However you are probally going to have to bring your dog (which ever you choose) to a park or on walks of some sort if your yard is that small. hope I helped! good luck.

Answer 4

I had a miniature Fox Terrier. He was the happiest dog I have ever seen, and he would climb the railing up to the roof and patrol the house. Even though he was only 12 pounds, when he barked (which he only did when someone he didn't know came up) they paid attention. He did not bark at other dogs and animals, or our friends, just unfamiliar people. He made up games to teach my husband (really!) like "Teach Harvey (my husband) to Fetch," and patrolled the car when we were on the road. Once he stayed in the car for three days. We let him out for potty breaks, but he wanted to be in the car. I have so many funny stories about him I could write a book. He never bit anyone, nor did he chew up anything. He was house broken in a few days, and cracked up anyone who came to visit us. You will never regret having this dog.

Answer 5

Giant Schnauzer, Dobermann, Dalmatian, Boxer, Shar Pei or Rottweiler. Any of these would be good for you but they ALL need a LOT of exercise to stay fit and happy. Don't get a small dog because you have young children. Be prepared to be exercising the dog a LOT (if you pick any of my suggestions) as you only have a small yard.

Answer 6

OK, when you say guard dog naturally The German Shepherd comes to mind. As with any dog, you have to walk them. Therefore the size of your back yard isn't a big issue. The German shepherd is wonderful, full of spirit, and really great with children. They learn quickly, and are the most recognized protection/search and rescue breed there is. There are other breeds who would suit you, but my vote is always on the GSD.

Answer 7

Canaan Dog
The Canaan Dog possesses extremely keen senses of hearing and smell, and he can detect approaching intruders from a considerable distance, becoming instantly alert. He is an intelligent, trainable breed whose tracking ability is excellent. When raised with children and other pets, he becomes a devoted family companion and natural watchdog. He is aloof with strangers, inquisitive, loyal, and loving with his family. Because of the strong "denning" instinct of their recent semi-wild past, the Canaan Dog is naturally clean and easily housebroken. He does not need a lot of exercise.

Group: Herding
Height: 19 to 24 inches
Weight: 35 to 55 pounds
Coat: Double coat
Color: Predominantly white and solid colored
The Canaan Dog is a herding and flock guardian dog native to the Middle East. He is aloof with strangers, inquisitive, loyal and loving with his family. His medium-size, square body is without extremes, showing a clear, sharp outline.

The Canaan Dog moves with athletic agility and grace in a quick, brisk, ground-covering trot. He has a wedge-shaped head with low-set erect ears, a bushy tail that curls over the back when excited, and a straight, harsh, flat-lying double coat.

The Canaan Dog is described as alert, vigilant, devoted and docile with his family.

Answer 8

An American Staffordshire Terrier. Known among those **knowledgable** of the breed for their fondness of children. Do not necessarily make a good guard dogs BUT their "intimidating" looks could scare off a potential intruder.

Answer 9

I have Shar Peis, their not to big and are very protective, but also territorial but this bread of dog you need to get as a puppy, their one family dogs. Their very loving and will definitely be a member of the family.
These dogs comes with different types of coats, don't get the "horse coat" as they tend to have skin problems and get one with dark nails because the lighter ones grow faster. I prefer the "brush" coat. Also, it's not a good idea to get another animal after this dog reaches adulthood like I said they are territorial and won't want to share the family or living space. If another animal threatens their family or territory they will kill it.

Answer 10

a mastiff type. they are calm and very loyal and easy-going with family. They can deal with small yards because all they want to do is sleep and be with you. As for the suggestions about labs--we have a lab too, and he needs constant exercise otherwise they are very destructive and will help any one into your house. you wont have that problem with a mastiff. we have a cane corso, which is small for a mastiff type, and great with kids.

Answer 11

a dog from the pound already screen with kids and guard to most dogs no what youve done for them and there not gonna blow it if anything there gonna show extra apprecition for you giving them a home?pick the one you'l no and show right out of the gate please take me home apprecition 100% good luck iused to not like pit bulls yet if there beatiful dogs if there not trained or live with on civilized people .