What is a guardian breed dog?

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1. What is a guardian breed dog?
2. Are livestock guardian dogs friendly?
3. How are guardian dogs trained?
4. What is the largest livestock guardian dog?
5. What is the best livestock guardian?
6. Are male or female livestock guardian dogs better?
7. How many livestock guardian dogs do I need?
8. How do I pick a livestock guardian dog?
9. What do livestock guardian dogs eat?
10. Should you neuter livestock guardian dog?

What is a guardian breed dog?

A livestock guardian dog (LGD) is a dog type bred for the purpose of protecting livestock from predators. ... The mere presence of a guardian dog is usually enough to ward off some predators, and LGDs confront predators by vocal intimidation, barking, and displaying very aggressive behavior.

Are livestock guardian dogs friendly?

Generally, though, it's important that livestock guardian dogs be relatively friendly (but not clingy) with humans while deterring local predators.

How are guardian dogs trained?

Guardian dogs are usually trained on the rancher's property with the livestock they will be guarding. Training these dogs is not difficult and is even easier when you understand some basic concepts. Animals respond and learn more quickly when rewarded than when punished.

What is the largest livestock guardian dog?

Most livestock guardian dogs range from 27-30” tall and 100-130 pounds. The largest breed is the Spanish Mastiff at 30.5”+ tall and a weight of 185-220 pounds. The smallest breed is the Sarplaninac at 24” inches tall (on average) and and a weight of 77-99 pounds.

What is the best livestock guardian?

Donkeys Donkeys are considered to be the most effective livestock guardians. Llamas are most effective when dealing with smaller predators such as foxes or dogs.

Are male or female livestock guardian dogs better?

The biggest advantage to having female livestock guardian dogs is that they are likely faster to mature. Some also claim that they tend to be more willingly obedient. If true, this would mean less training time for you and more time for your dogs to work as reliable guardians.

How many livestock guardian dogs do I need?

How many livestock guardian dogs do you need? Although the popular rule of thumb is one livestock guardian dog for every 50-100 animals on up to 20 acres, the actual number will depend on many factors, including the type of terrain, type and number of livestock, type and number of predators, and fencing.

How do I pick a livestock guardian dog?

Look for a pup that is interested in you but not overly aggressive, fearful, shy, or clingy. The pup that runs up to you first or insists on being “in your face” is not the best choice for a working dog. Full-time guardians should be more independent-minded problem solvers who are not dependent on human companionship.

What do livestock guardian dogs eat?

Some Livestock Guardian Dogs will eat goat food at the trough with the goats it is guarding and may try to eat hay. This nutritional level is much too low for a canine. Establish a location where the dog can eat undisturbed by the livestock, and feed the dog at the same time that the goats are fed.

Should you neuter livestock guardian dog?

Should You Neuter or Spay Your Male and Female Livestock Guardian Dogs? The short answer – either way is fine. Some people worry that a neutered livestock guardian dog won't protect his territory as well.