--- title: "Guard dog breeds: our top 20 | Pedibase" description: "Guard dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." canonical_url: "https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-guard-dogs" meta: "og:description": "Guard dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "og:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "og:image:alt": "Dog and cat breeders near you" "og:image:height": "630" "og:image:width": "1200" "og:title": "Guard dog breeds: our top 20" "twitter:description": "Guard dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "twitter:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "twitter:title": "Guard dog breeds: our top 20" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt) Top 20 # Guard dog breeds Some dog breeds are more alert and territorial. These breeds score well for guarding: learn about their temperament and training needs before contacting a breeder. 1. 1 [![German Shepherd Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4365/berger_allemand..jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/german-shepherd-dog) ## [German Shepherd Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/german-shepherd-dog) A large working dog loyal, vigilant and remarkably versatile. Guarding: 5/5Large Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/german-shepherd-dog) [ 259 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-shepherd-dog) 2. 2 [![Belgian Malinois](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4758/chien_de_berger_belge_malinois.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-malinois) ## [Belgian Malinois](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-malinois) A lively, loyal and protective working dog, as intelligent as it is athletic. Guarding: 5/5Medium Belgium [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-malinois) [ 162 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-malinois) 3. 3 [![Rottweiler](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4427/pexels-photo-8962010.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/rottweiler) ## [Rottweiler](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/rottweiler) A powerful, stable dog and deeply loyal when it is well trained. Guarding: 5/5Giant Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/rottweiler) [ 145 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rottweiler) 4. 4 [![Cane Corso](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9912/cane-corso.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cane-corso) ## [Cane Corso](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cane-corso) A protective, powerful Italian molosser, deeply attached to its family. Guarding: 5/5Giant Italy [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cane-corso) [ 130 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-cane-corso) 5. 5 [![Beauceron](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9916/beauceron.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/beauceron) ## [Beauceron](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/beauceron) A large French shepherd dog, loyal, deterrent and remarkably versatile. Guarding: 5/5Large France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/beauceron) [ 121 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-beauceron) 6. 6 [![American Staffordshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4103/pexels-photo-11839376.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-staffordshire-terrier) ## [American Staffordshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-staffordshire-terrier) An athletic, loyal and affectionate terrier that requires a firm, gentle and responsible education. Guarding: 5/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-staffordshire-terrier) [ 113 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-american-staffordshire-terrier) 7. 7 [![Great Dane](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4476/dogue_allemand_bleu.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/great-dane) ## [Great Dane](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/great-dane) A harmonious giant, affectionate and protective with a big heart. Guarding: 5/5Giant Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/great-dane) [ 75 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-great-dane) 8. 8 [![Dogue de Bordeaux](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6048/a_dogue_de_bordeaux.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dogue-de-bordeaux) ## [Dogue de Bordeaux](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dogue-de-bordeaux) A powerful French mastiff, calm and very attached to its family. Guarding: 5/5Giant France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dogue-de-bordeaux) [ 61 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-dogue-de-bordeaux) 9. 9 [![Belgian Tervuren](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8216/berger-belge-tervueren-8.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-shepherd-dog-tervuren) ## [Belgian Tervuren](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-shepherd-dog-tervuren) An elegant, vigilant and tireless Belgian Shepherd, as gifted for work as he is devoted to his family. Guarding: 5/5Large Belgium [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-shepherd-dog-tervuren) [ 52 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-shepherd-dog-tervuren) 10. 10 [![Altdeutscher Schäferhund](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/10060/altdeutscher-schaferhund-1789019683904-0.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/altdeutscher-schaferhund) ## [Altdeutscher Schäferhund](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/altdeutscher-schaferhund) An old-type German Shepherd, rustic, versatile and very attached to its owner. Guarding: 5/5Large Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/altdeutscher-schaferhund) [ View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-altdeutscher-schaferhund) 11. 11 [![Dogo Argentino](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4517/dogue_argentin.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dogo-argentino) ## [Dogo Argentino](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dogo-argentino) An athletic molosser, loyal and protective, built for an active life. Guarding: 5/5Large Argentina [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dogo-argentino) [ 43 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-dogo-argentino) 12. 12 [![American Akita](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/1272/pexels-photo-35567418.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-akita) ## [American Akita](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-akita) A dignified, loyal and protective Keeshond, reserved for owners capable of training it with calm and consistency. Guarding: 5/5Giant Japan [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-akita) [ 32 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-american-akita) 13. 13 [![Czechoslovakian Wolfdog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4287/calel-chien-loup-tchecoslovaque.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/czechoslovakian-wolfdog) ## [Czechoslovakian Wolfdog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/czechoslovakian-wolfdog) An athletic, loyal and demanding dog, intended for experienced owners. Guarding: 5/5Large Slovakia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/czechoslovakian-wolfdog) [ 26 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-czechoslovakian-wolfdog) 14. 14 [![Dobermann](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4640/06_dobermann_dogs_014.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dobermann) ## [Dobermann](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dobermann) Also called Dobermann Pinscher, this loyal German guard combines power, vigilance and attachment to its family. Guarding: 5/5Large Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dobermann) [ 26 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-dobermann) 15. 15 [![Mastiff](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7002/mastiff-2.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/mastiff) ## [Mastiff](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/mastiff) A calm and protective giant, affectionate with his family and impressive by his mere presence. Guarding: 5/5Giant United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/mastiff) [ 25 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-mastiff) 16. 16 [![Belgian Shepherd Dog Groenendael](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/10139/berger-belge-groenendael-1789116784628-4.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-shepherd-dog-groenendael) ## [Belgian Shepherd Dog Groenendael](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-shepherd-dog-groenendael) A black shepherd, elegant and vigilant, as brilliant at work as he is attached to his family. Guarding: 5/5Large Belgium [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-shepherd-dog-groenendael) [ 19 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-shepherd-dog-groenendael) 17. 17 [![Hovawart](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6182/pexels-photo-4256738.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/hovawart) ## [Hovawart](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/hovawart) A large protective family dog, gentle and remarkably well-balanced. Guarding: 5/5Large Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/hovawart) [ 15 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-hovawart) 18. 18 [![American Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7483/bouledogue-americain-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-bulldog) ## [American Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-bulldog) An athletic, loyal and protective molosser, very attached to its family. Guarding: 5/5Large United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-bulldog) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-american-bulldog) 19. 19 [![Canary Mastiff](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/10152/dogo-canario-1789117038808-0.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/canary-mastiff) ## [Canary Mastiff](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/canary-mastiff) A powerful, balanced and protective molosser, recognizable by its black mask. Guarding: 5/5Giant Spain [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/canary-mastiff) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-canary-mastiff) 20. 20 [![Kangal](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8348/kangal-2.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/kangal) ## [Kangal](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/kangal) The great protector of Sivas: calm, territorial and independent, distinct from the Anatolian Shepherd. Guarding: 5/5Giant Turkey [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/kangal) [ 10 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-kangal) This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each dog breed in our listings. 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