Does a male or female make a better protection dog?
On One Hand: Males Are More Inclined to Protect the TerritoryIn many breeds, and mixed-breeds as well, a male will be bigger, stronger and more territorial, meaning he will generally do a great deal of protecting his territory (the house and yard). While a male is generally more territorial–and that is not always the case–he will protect your family if he is treated as a member of it. Males are often quicker to react, which is not always good. They may feel the need to protect and do damage before realizing there is no threat.On the Other: Females Are More Inclined to Protect the PackA female, on the other hand, will often be more suited to protecting her pack (you and your family). Still, females can also become very protective of their respective territories. Females are often easier to train, and are almost always less territorial than their male counterparts.Bottom LineMale and female dogs both make excellent guard dogs. If you are looking for a dog to protect you, deter thefts a