9 Dog Breeds As A Pet 

Cane Corso

Origin: Italy Characteristics: Large, muscular, and confident breed. Role: Often used as property and family guard dogs. Temperament: Protective, loyal, and affectionate.

German Shepherd

Origin: Germany (commonly used in India) Characteristics: Medium to large-sized breed with a strong and agile build. Role: Versatile working dogs often employed in law enforcement and as guard dogs. Temperament: Intelligent, loyal, and protective.

Tibetan Mastiff

Origin: Tibet (found in India) Characteristics: Large and powerful breed with a thick double coat. Role: Known for their strong guarding instincts and protective nature. Temperament: Aloof, independent, and protective.

Great Dane

Origin: Germany (found in India) Characteristics: Giant breed with a noble and imposing appearance. Role: While gentle giants, Great Danes can serve as effective guard dogs due to their size alone. Temperament: Gentle, friendly, and protective.

Boxer

Origin: Germany (popular in India) Characteristics: Medium-sized, energetic, and muscular breed. Role: Protective and loyal guard dogs; also known for their playful nature. Temperament: Playful, affectionate, and alert.

Bullmastiff

Origin: England Characteristics: Large, muscular, and imposing breed. Role: Powerful and loyal family guard dogs, often used for property protection. Temperament: Docile, affectionate, and protective.

Doberman Pinscher

Origin: Germany (widely found in India) Characteristics: Medium to large-sized, sleek, and muscular breed. Role: Excellent guard dogs known for their intelligence, fearlessness, and loyalty. Temperament: Alert, obedient, and protective.

Rottweiler

Origin: Germany (but popular in India) Characteristics: Large, powerful, and confident breed with a distinctive black-and-tan coat. Role: Exceptional guard dogs due to their protective instincts and loyalty. Temperament: Loyal, courageous, and wary of strangers.

Indian Pariah Dog (Indian Native Dog)

Origin: Throughout India (landrace breed) Characteristics: Medium-sized, agile, alert, and highly adaptable. Role: Natural watchdogs; known for their loyalty and vigilance in protecting their territory. Temperament: Alert, protective, and good with families when properly socialized.