10 Dog Breeds for a Home Invasion — When the Door Is Already Open

If someone gets inside, my priority is getting my family behind a locked door and calling 911—not sending the dog after them. In this video, I count down 10 breeds and explore how their instincts and temperament may help protect a home once a stranger is already inside. Drawing on my experience raising stock and training guardian dogs, I look at each breed’s strengths, from the Standard Poodle’s surprising guarding instinct to the Cane Corso’s protective presence. I also explain why the Malinois didn’t make the list and why a safety plan matters more than relying on any dog. 0:00 What a Dog Can Do at Night 0:42 The Standard Poodle's Surprise Guarding Instinct 2:02 The Bull Terrier's All-In Commitment 3:14 The Boxer: Guard Dog and Goofball 4:28 The Airedale Holds the Stairs 5:38 The Giant Schnauzer Guards the Hall 6:53 Why the Malinois Is Missing 7:35 The Doberman's Quiet Alertness 9:02 The Rottweiler's Warning Growl 10:21 The Bullmastiff Holds Intruders 11:45 The German Shepherd's Judgment 13:06 The Cane Corso Stands Between You and Danger 15:01 Make a Home Invasion Safety Plan #DogBreeds #HomeSafety #GuardianDogs #DogTraining #Dogs