Vet says four common dog breeds are best for security and protection

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Brits are well-known for their love affair with canine companions.

After all, they're our mates on walks, bring a burst of happiness into our lives and also provide a sense of security. Vet Amir Anwary, known for his pet health advice videos on TikTok that often go viral, revealed the four dog breeds he believes offer not only companionship but exceptional protection.

In one of his latest TikTok clips that's taken the internet by storm, Amir shared his personal top-four ranking of guard dogs based on his experience as a vet. Though he acknowledges it's based his own perspective, he stands by his choices.

Cane Corso

The Cane Corso tops his list for being fiercely loyal and naturally protective, while still being able to show affection towards kids if given the proper socialisation training.

German Shepherd

German Shepherds are normally seen as protection dogs as they are intelligent, strong and also have a deep instinct to protect their owners. They are also easy to train, and are commonly used in police and military work and search and rescue operations.

Tibetan Mastiffs

Tibetan Mastiffs are also known for their ability to protect. In fact, they have been used as guard dogs in Tibet for centuries. They are naturally protective of their owners, and tend to be weary of strangers too.

Rottweilers

Rottweilers are also known for being good protection dogs, as they are loyal, intelligent and strong-willed. They have a natural instinct to guard and protect, and are usually vigilant and cautious around strangers and new dogs.

Since the video was posted, it racked up over 17,000 views, encouraging a flurry of comments from pooch enthusiasts who couldn't wait to weigh in with their experiences.

One replied: "My Cane Corso is a great guard dog unless the weapon of choice is a vacuum cleaner."

Someone else added: "Cane Corso is my dream dog. My first dog is a tiny Maltipoo. Do you think I'm now ready for a Cane Corso?"

Another replied: "The Tibetan Mastiff is my dream dog. Big old lion of a dog."

But not everyone was on the same page, with another viewer sparking further debate, writing: "What about Dobermans? Your honest opinion."

Another person also wrote: "Tibetan Mastiff? That's not a guard dog - that's a bear!"

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