What are the Best Family Guard Dog Breeds? A guard dog certainly doesn't have to be aggressive, especially if he or she is living in the home with your family. We'll look at some breeds who's protecting natures are well-balanced with being loving family companions.

Keep in mind many of these dogs are not for timid or first-time dog owners. And, most dog breeds can be an effective deterrent to intruders.

10. Rhodesian Ridgeback

9. Komondor

8. Bullmastiff

7. American Pit Bull Terrier

6. Doberman Pinscher

5. Great Pyrenees

4. Boxer

3. Great Dane

2. Puli

1. German Shepherd Dog

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