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Category: Guard Dogs

Guard dogs can be found among the rarest breeds. Some are also great family dogs, while others prefer solitude. They have been bred for centuries to watch and guard livestock, property and people, some of them in remote areas of the world.

Meet among others the Catahoula Leopard Dog from Northern America, the Tibetan Mastif – a mighty protector of temples, the hot-blooded Canary Mastiff or the mysterious Akbash.

12 Best Guard Dog Breeds

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Looking for a fluffy guardian? Take a look at these 12 Best Guard Dog Breeds!

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Leonberger

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leonberger

Leonberger is a giant package of hair and love. It’s an eternally loyal family breed that will win your heart forever.

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Akbash, the captivating creature from mountains of Turkey

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akbash

Majestic white creature from the mountains of Turkey, that’s Akbash…

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What is an Alsatian?

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alsatian

The British know, the rest of the world gropes in the dark. What is an Alsatian?

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Tibetan Mastiff

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tibetan mastiff

Tibetan Mastiff is one of the oldest and still preserved dog breeds of impressive heritage and looks.

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Canary Mastiff

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canary mastiff

Canary Mastiff or also Dogo Canario or Dogo de Presa Canario is a heavy and corpulent breed from the Canary Islands, Spain.

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Catahoula Leopard Dog

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catahoula

Catahoula Leopard Dog or also Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog is an undisputed showstopper. Its mesmerizing look as well as unusual coat colors will make you turn around and look again.

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