If you have a large factory area in Northampton to patrol at night or vast compounds that need checking a guard or patrol dog might be the ideal companion for security guards to consider. The benefit of a dog is its keen sense of smell, power and mere presence that deter criminals.

Below are listed the top five breeds, based on their temperament, agility, bulk and territorial sense.

1. Bullmastiff, a strong, bulky powerful British dog, developed by landowners in the nineteenth century to patrol their estates. Large agile dogs that are able to move quickly and quietly, bred to keep poachers of the land, track and hold them without mauling. The Bullmastiff is a loving and friendly animal within its family pack.

2. Doberman Pinscher, medium size animal with a muscular frame, great endurance and speed. A German breed that is renowned for its obedience, fearlessness and energy. Used by the police and army as tracker and guard dogs. Despite their reputation they are very loyal and friendly family pets.

3. Rottweiler, these are intelligent, robust dogs, very confident and love performing tasks. Rottweilers make ideal security dogs and will carefully assess situations before committing themselves. Their pedigree runs back to the Romans and breeders recognised the herding traits the breed possessed and developed their protective, territorial nature.

4. Komondor, normally found amongst the sheep of the Hungarian hills, a muscular dog with a thick heavy coat, ideally bred for cold outdoor climates. Has a natural protective nature and instinctive herding dog, they are cautious of strangers but like puppies within their pack.

5. Puli, this is another longhaired, powerful dog bred for herding and protecting. They are agile, obedient dogs that perform well in harsh climatic conditions. Found extensively in central Europe and used for shepherding duties.

Although the Komondor and Puli rate higher, you are more likely to find the German Shepherd and the Rhodesian Ridgeback used as guard dogs in Britain. The German Shepherd is a strong, intelligent breed, that is loyal and obedient. These dogs are the mainstay of the British police force. Rhodesian Ridgeback was developed to chase lions, are fearless, muscular animals that make excellent trained guard dogs.

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