My mother’s Piranhaian (yes, I spelled it right that dog was part piranha) was the world’s greatest alarm. She had different sounds for different levels/types of alerts and was smart as hell. If someone did get in I truly believe that little ankle biter would have ripped an Achilles’ tendon up ... maybe 8 or so lbs ... half of which were teeth.Anyone breaking into my house would be worried about the 60lb mutt growling at them (not knowing he is a wimp) and never notice the 17lb Jack Russell Terrorist sneaking up on them, plotting their very brutal demise.
Stealth Ninja JRTAnyone breaking into my house would be worried about the 60lb mutt growling at them (not knowing he is a wimp) and never notice the 17lb Jack Russell Terrorist sneaking up on them, plotting their very brutal demise.
When I was young, my friend had a JRT that just plain didn't like me. It was almost funny the first time he bit my achilles and made me fall over and then he tried to eat my face... but not really. It was less funny every time after that.Anyone breaking into my house would be worried about the 60lb mutt growling at them (not knowing he is a wimp) and never notice the 17lb Jack Russell Terrorist sneaking up on them, plotting their very brutal demise.
She is drinking way too much Gatorade! Ask me how I know?
At that age she called in Dada's Juice... so she had to have one with her all the time!!... You can see it on her nightstand second level.
But that's ok with the wife and I.
We'll do the protecting
Most all dogs have a sense of protection for what they consider to be "theirs' and that includes their humans. Very few dogs have the mindset for inflicting physical harm, some can be trained and some cant. And even when trained there comes the subject of control. Some dogs, when "turned on" are almost impossible to "turn off" and are virtually out of control.
At 37 #'s I don't expect Lucy to attack someone lurking about with nefarious intentions but what I have trained her to do is come get me so I can deal with said issue. Her first level of alert is the familiar low growl deep in her throat (Boss, I think something might be wrong) the second level moves that growl to her muzzle area (Boss, I know something is wrong, I just don't know what it is) and the final straw is the combined growl and bark (GD it Boss, I told you I thought something was wrong and you sat on your ass, now go deal with it dammit!!)
Alert is the most/best I can expect, the rest is up to me.....
WHERE did you get that doggy tactical vest...I'm sure the tag and vest were separate, but I have to have one of those for the Tactical Labradoodle my wife has.Those of you who know me (and that is no one here), know not to mess with Grace. You remember Achilles? Ask him why they named a heal after him.
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My big dog, some type of huskey cross, is 14 now. My cocker spaniel not far behind. Not so much barking now. Almost time for another dog.
Wife likes chihuahuas, we have had five or six since we got married, three at one time. I want something a bit larger next.
CF
You want larger, go with a Bullmastiff! You still may want to go with a chihuahua for vocals, just be careful not to match male and male. Much of the research I have done on this breed shows they aren't talkers they just take care of business. "The Bullmastiff is a large-boned and muscular working dog. Its origins as a cross between the Mastiff and the bulldog are apparent in its appearance. In personality, this breed is smart, alert, and loyal. Though the Bullmastiff has a natural protective instinct, the breed is typically quite gentle around children and others who pose no threat." https://www.thesprucepets.com/breed-profile-bullmastiff-1117949