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Choosing & Training a Watch Dog

Dogs are not only fun companions. They can also be excellent deterrents for burglars. When you see that someone has a dog in his/her home, are you more cautious of how you approach the dog, especially if it’s the first time you’re meeting the pet? Well, burglars do the same if they’re wise. Who wants to be bit by a dog, and why would a criminal risk the chance of waking up the entire neighborhood? A watchdog can be an effective security precaution; however, it’s important that you choose the right type of dog and that you train it properly too.

First, it’s beneficial if you understand the difference between a watchdog and a guard dog. A Chihuahua qualifies as a watchdog, because it would most likely alert you if a stranger entered the home or if there was a loud noise downstairs. This is the main role of a watchdog. However, if you want a dog that would restrain or injury an assailant, then you’re more in the market for a guard dog.

So what do you look for in a dog? Obviously, you want a dog that has a sense of his/her territory. The dog should also be aggressive, strong, courageous, protective and a good listener. There may be other qualities you have in mind too. For example, the dog shouldn’t be too friendly around everybody. In other words, strangers should not be able to easily sway the dog.

The following are some dogs that you might consider for a guard dog: Bull Mastiff, Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiller, Komodor, Puli, Giant Schnauzer, German Shepherd, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Kuvasz, American Staffordshire Terrior, Chow Chow, Belgian Sheepdog, Belgian Teruven, Dogo Argentino, Tosa Inu, South-African Boerboel, Neopolitan Mastiff and Bulldog, Cane Corso, Bouvier des Flandres, Thai Ridgebacks and Beauceron.

The following are some dogs that you might consider for a watchdog: Scottish Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer, Yorkshire Terrier, Cairn Terrier, Chihuahua, Airdale Terrier, Poodle, Boston Terrier, Shih Tzu, Dachshund, Silky Terrier, Smooth Fox Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier and Miniature Pinscher. Fortunately, there are many other dogs that meet the criteria for a guard dog and watchdog.

The most important parts about training your dog are to include the entire family in the training process and to form a strong bond with the animal. It’s best to seek a professional dog trainer so that you learn the proper way to teach your pet commands and reprimand him/her for bad behavior.

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