10 Best Guard Dogs Which Also Make Great Family Pets

Beaucerons

You might mistake this dog breed for the more popular Dobermans, but Beaucerons are the fluffier and more muscular. This tall and athletic dog breed is known for being confident and intelligent.

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Though, this confidence can sometimes appear as stubbornness. Beaucerons tend to need firm training to fit easily into the average family. Plus, they also require extra physical exercise compared to most dog breeds.