Okay so here is what I'm looking for.. Big, good sense of protection, and cannot shed.. I'm 15 and female and am looking for a dog that can be trained as a guard dog.. NOT AN ATTACK DOG.. just one that simply barks or growls at anything suspicious like a stranger.. I love rotties but sadly my mom said no.. same with pits.. Although I do like Staffordshires (yes i know they branched off pits but my mom doesnt) and American Bulldogs and Boxers.. Okay so any help.. And I DO NOT WANT A LAB.. I know they are a great breed and popular but they shed way way way to much for me to keep up with.
2007-08-07 06:57:54 · 16 answers · asked by ♥ 6 in Pets ➔ Dogs
oops meant to say it can't shed alot
2007-08-07 06:58:24 · update #1
any dog can be trained to be a watch dog.
Howabout a standard poodle? they dont shed much.
2007-08-07 07:01:32 · answer #1 · answered by Nekkid Truth! 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Boxers, though wonderful and fun dogs are kind of hard to train. I don't know very many dogs that don't shed. Poodles don't shed. Any dog can be a watch dog or at least seem to be viscious until you come in the house. Goldens are great, but they shed, Dalmations like to bark when company comes, but they shed too. I guess do some research and find out what is best for you. Good luck
2007-08-07 07:08:19 · answer #2 · answered by sun day 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your only choice for a large dog that doesn't shed is a Standard Poodle. Labradoodles are reputed to be non shedders, but labs were on your NO list. Mid size dog that doesn't shed is a Wheaton Terrier. Interesting breed and still very intelligent. As far as guard dog type breeds, THEY ALL SHED!!! And if you get a "shedder" ABSOLUTELY DO NOT take it to the groomer to be shaved!!!! Shaving does NOT reduce shedding, it only reduces the length of the hair being shed. AND, shaving your dog will make the hair grow in thicker each season, therefore compounding your shedding problem. I reccommend a Giant Schnauzer. Very protective, cool looking, and minimal shedding. Whatever you choose, research care and grooming cost. These large breeds can cost around 80 bucks a month for grooming.
2007-08-07 07:20:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All dogs shed. There isn't a breed of dog that either doesn't shed or require lots of grooming.
All the breeds you mentioned are shedders, so if that is your biggest concern than you need to figure out a different breed. The only large dogs I can think of that don't shed are standard poodles, airedale terriers and giant schnauzers.
Pretty much any dog will bark at an intruder.
2007-08-07 07:02:16 · answer #4 · answered by Shanna 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I just got a boxer puppy. Excellent dog! I have never been so impressed by a breed of dog. I researched them for three years before I purchased one. They are very loyal and intelligent. Very protective of their family, yet friendly and playful with children. All dogs shed to some degree but they have very short fur and do not shed very much.
2007-08-07 07:45:40 · answer #5 · answered by shanesmommy01 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are serious about training, why not ask advice from your local dog training centre.
All dogs need grooming. Breeds like poodles need clipping, but they don't leave hair all over the place like some breeds. However, you could buy a suitable vacuum cleaner, or limit the area where your dog can go.
There are other considerations, such as your life style, how, when and where you can exercise your dog, so if you can advice from someone who is handling dogs everyday you're more likely to get a dog to suit you.
2007-08-07 07:21:56 · answer #6 · answered by d00ney 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
German shepherds are great guard dogs, but they shed a lot.
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are good guard dogs, and they have very short fur. I am a big fan of the breed, they were bred to hunt lions in South Africa.
2007-08-07 12:38:36 · answer #7 · answered by Akatsuki 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
German shepherd, Siberian husky, St. Bernard, Smooth collie. They all have good personallities and loyal. Any dog barks when they see someone though. Look at the shelter. Go to iams.com. You can take a quiz that will tell you the perfect dog for you. I took it and come to find out the top three breeds my little baby had in her. Lol.
Hope this helps
PS Like your name. That's my name to. Lol
2007-08-07 08:28:22 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
German Sheperds are good as someone mentioned, but unfortunately its hard to get ur hands on a well-bred one, that won't have hip problems. I recommend a dogo Argetino, Anotolian Sheperd, Kangal, Kuvash- or something like that. Someone also mentioned a bernese mountain dog, bull terrier, bull-mastiffs shed, so try dogo argentinos really nice and pretty dogs!
2007-08-07 08:29:49 · answer #9 · answered by (^-.-^) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
boxers. good family doggies. i have two, they bark at strangers and when the door bell rings at home, then once they are welcomed and come in she loves them and doesnt stop licking them haha. they look a little tough but are the goofiest dogs ever. i also have a pit but she doesnt bark at anybody. boxers are the best. if u have any questions bout the breed feel free to email me
2007-08-07 07:10:43 · answer #10 · answered by woohookiwis 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Aussie Seems Write for you!!
http://animal.discovery.com/breedselector/dogprofile.do?id=1020
or
The Border Collie Also!!
http://animal.discovery.com/breedselector/dogprofile.do?id=1070
2007-08-07 07:13:54 · answer #11 · answered by katiemustang 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋