10 Strongest Dog Breeds, Powerful Companions

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Dogs have been human companions for a long time. They are one of the most common pets in the world, along with cats and fish.

In addition to being great pets, dogs are also reliable in performing certain roles, especially for protection purposes. If you're looking for dogs that can also serve as guards for your property, it's best to choose stronger dog breeds.

In this article, we'll discover some of the strongest dog breeds known for their muscular build and endurance.

10 Strongest Dog Breeds

1. German Shepherd

Originally bred in Germany, German Shepherds are considered one of the strongest dog breeds. While they excel in physical strength, these dogs are also known for their intelligence, which is why they are often trained as watchdogs and even drug-sniffing dogs.

2. Saint Bernard

Saint Bernards are blessed with the ability to locate and rescue a person in need from a dangerous situation. In fact, this breed is celebrated for its muscular physique. Despite this, Saint Bernards are gentle, which makes them great family dogs.

3. Doberman Pinscher

Intimidating. That may be your first impression when you see this breed. Naturally blessed with fierce characteristics, Doberman Pinschers can be an excellent choice for guard dogs.
Because of their strength and athleticism, Dobermans were bred for protection work and are often used as guard dogs and in police work. In fact, they have helped the military and police since World War II, according to the World Animal Foundation.

4. Mastiff

According to Forbes Advisor, Mastiffs are the largest dog breed in the world, weighing in at over 230 pounds. Given this massive characteristic, these dogs are powerful by nature. They were bred specifically for guarding and fighting.

Despite their intimidating size, Mastiffs are actually gentle giants. They like to cuddle and are affectionate, especially to older children.

5. Rottweiler

Rottweilers were historically bred as working dogs. Nowadays, these puppies are used for security-related work. In addition, Rottweilers excel as gentle companions. They're playful and always up for a game of fetch.

6. Siberian Husky

While some people see Huskies as "drama queens," this breed is considered one of the strongest dog breeds. Siberian Huskies were originally bred to pull people on sleds. Not to mention, they're clean and don't have the so-called "dog smell," making them great pets for the home.

7. Alaskan Malamute

Alaskan Malamutes are accustomed to harsh climates just like Siberian Huskies. Both breeds are similar, but Malamutes are a bit stronger.

If you're planning to make this breed your pet, it can be a challenge, as Alaskan Malamutes tend to be stubborn and mischievous. Despite this personality, they are loyal and affectionate.

8. Great Dane

Originally used to hunt animals, Great Danes are another breed known for their physical strength. Because of their intimidating calmness, Great Danes are often used as working and guard dogs. But they are also good at being playful and affectionate companions.

9. Newfoundland

Because of their waterproof coat, Newfoundlands are great long-distance swimmers. With their strength and endurance, these dogs have a sweet disposition and a protective instinct.

10. Kangal

Another strong dog breed is the Kangal, a Turkish breed known for its incredible bite force, up to 743 PSI. Their natural tendency to protect makes them reliable livestock-guarding dogs. They are also loyal and can make wonderful companions with proper training and socialization.

These dog breeds, including German Shepherds to Rottweilers, are known for their physical strength. If you're interested, check out our list of the largest dog breeds in the world.

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