Livestock Guardians – Homestead on the Range

Livestock Guardian Dogs: Male or Female?

If you are considering a livestock guardian dog, you will have to choose whether to bring home a male or a female. There are advantages and disadvantages to both options.

7 Livestock Guardian Animals

The most common livestock guardian is the dog. However, farmers have other animals to choose from, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

Kuvasz

The Kuvasz is known primarily as a livestock guardian dog, protecting sheep from predators. However, he can also serve as a farm watchdog or personal protector.

Komondor

The Komondor is first and foremost a guard dog. The instinct to protect is so deeply ingrained in this breed that there is no division between show and working types.

Great Pyrenees

There is no question that the Great Pyrenees is an excellent pet and therapy dog. If given his choice, however, he would prefer to live outdoors and protect his territory.