With proper training, these loyal dogs will make great pets.

Personal safety and the safety of loved ones are critical concerns. With this, there’s an interest in protection dogs—a unique and effective way to ensure security at home and in external environments ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Boxer laying nicely in pile of leaves© Eudyptula/Shutterstock.com Guard dogs are on high alert to let you know of any danger and ...

Parade Pets and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. For those with children, choosing the right dog often comes down to finding the right balance between protection and temperament.

The “king of terriers,” the Airedale is friendly and exuberant—sometimes seeming to have no “off” switch, according to many dog experts. But Airedales are great with kids and quick learners, making ...

Don’t let the friendly appearance of the Kuvasz fool you. This large, strong-willed herd dog is extremely protective and territorial. Even if you don’t regularly need to defend your home against ...

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Mike Israeli, the 38-year-old owner of Delta K9 Academy in Los Angeles. It has been edited for length and clarity. Dogs have always been a part of ...

OCEANSIDE, Calif. — Often called guard dogs, more people are getting protection dogs to guard themselves and their homes. Hearing a dog bark from inside your home is proven to make your house a less ...