The above dog is a Brazilian mastiff, Fila Brasileiro. There is no better guard dog rotty, dobe, gsd all mice in comparison. And u don't train them they are the most loyal family dog but will attack anyone besides who it lives with without provocation that is there temperament. There a 150lb machine used in Brazil to hunt slaves way back and hunt and kill mountain lions also herding aggressive wild bulls, I forget the name. This is the end all security dog.

Stumpy420 said:

anyone got any tips for training for sniffing for my pot to get my own for me or for my sick mother in law?

I attempted with a blue heeler mix a few years ago but had to get rid of him (my problems turned into his problems).

I have a husky shepherd mix, Olde English Bulldog (what I was told she is but she isnt), and a yorkie. the husky and yorkie eat pot leaves on the daily if I got it. which dog should I train to do this first? the husky is like my partner, but gets over eager when I'm trying to teach him.

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If your asking how to train your dog to sniff out pot it's really easy. I did it when I was 19 cause all my friends were making me stuff and they would say they didn't have any lol that's where the dog would come in.... those greeedy bastards.
Dog at the time was a lab pit mix don't think breed should be much concern. I did what I heard cops do let him smell some herb make it easy to find then give him a toy when he does along with much praise. ( I think the praising is even more important than the reward) increase the hiding spots difficulty once he gets the hang of it. When he's trained up u ask him where's the ball, towel, whatever toy and then he knows it's time to search to get the toy lol super fun at a party to see who's holding out.

I have three Rottweilers so that no one has a desire to look at my plant :badboy::badboy::badboy:

Our new puppy. Mastiff 8 weeks old.

First mastiff. We have had many labs over the years. Kids gone to college and house feels too empty.
Anyone have some insight on what to expect from this gentle giant over the first year??

I believe that's a cane corso nothing but the best around kids and family and nobody will come in your property if its roaming cause the corso will be the first thing it sees and a 120 lb dog coming at you is scary as fuck!! Bad ass dog if you ask me

I'd like to introduce you guys to my corso Mona Lisa!!

A sign works too

Slimone said:

Our new puppy. Mastiff 8 weeks old.

First mastiff. We have had many labs over the years. Kids gone to college and house feels too empty.
Anyone have some insight on what to expect from this gentle giant over the first year??

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poop, lotta poop! give him plenty of things that he is allowed to chew as he is teething to teach him what is ok to chew up. Neuter at about 6 months...large breeds need those hormones.

Organica said:

The above dog is a Brazilian mastiff, Fila Brasileiro. There is no better guard dog rotty, dobe, gsd all mice in comparison. And u don't train them they are the most loyal family dog but will attack anyone besides who it lives with without provocation that is there temperament. There a 150lb machine used in Brazil to hunt slaves way back and hunt and kill mountain lions also herding aggressive wild bulls, I forget the name. This is the end all security dog.

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Dude I've been a dog lover ally life a dog man most of my life. I know about the fila as well as the few other breeds you mentioned. You saying the fila is the best is like saying hsing i chuan is better than bajiquan or such things. So please don't mislead folks who are generally quite ignorant of most breeds especially breeds they really need to know well before buying/getting one.

Think about it hard core schutzhund competition has certain breeds you see more than others and Fila's aren't one of them. Does that mean they aren't good dogs ? of course not but it does mean professionals who count on their dogs to get it done favor certain breeds for a reason. and that fluctuation has seen some changes over the years but not many. Rotties and GSD's used to rule but it depends o n where and who had them. Giant Schnauzers used to be used quite a bit in europe but ,ost in the United Snakes haven't seen one in person in their life time. THE gsd NOW TAKES A BACK SEAT TO THE MALINOIS which is a slimmer version that's harder and faster than the GSD . when i was downtown in my area during the 911 debacle they surrounded the war memorial area. at least 90% had a Malinois. where most in the public would simply thing they were slim GSD's lol.

You described the Fila as a dog that will bite anyone except family without provocation. you seem to think that was cool but for a family dog in a normal house that dog isn't suitable with a propensity to react that way is it ? Yes, you might not see this But i write so others who are still here do see my post and think in a more reasonable and practical way.

Rotties are great protection dogs but not all of them make great family dogs for the same reason some fila's might not. Rotties that aren't well trained/socialized often have a tendency to just tolerate others outside their family//friends. they can't wait to crunch on the foll that they feel has fucked up. why though, because they have worked in dealing with men and attack/protection situations for so long it's in their DNA. you don't have to train a rottie to protect you. They will do so naturally and automatically.

APBT/PIT BULL, some will protect their home while others simply won't and they will go with the burglar if the burglar wants the dog too lol. I'm not knocking the breed because they are my favorite breed until i die but I DO KNOW THE TRUTH ABOUT THEM OVERALL. Some are territorial of their property and those dogs will protect while others couldn't give a shit about an approaching stranger to their yard/house and will visibly let you know they want attention and would like to play. Yet, the same breed has been trained in schutzhund/ring work and excelled. their handlers applaud them and speak extra highly on their [performance because these dogs love to please their owners.

Dogo Argentine great family dog and nobody is gonna like the results of an encounter should they breach the property or try to hurt friends/family.
Doberman when bred well etc. are fine in the home and safe with family as well.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever a little known monster to anybody that tries to hurt you or the kids. they are dogs that should only be gotten by experienced people they aren't a dog for novices at all.
AMERICAN BULLDOG good for family and protection. Yet, you better train them because they will get out of hand especially the males. a big johnson male will turn into a man killer if not dealt with properly. Many of the hybrids will too because more and more they are using them for protection work
so be careful who you buy one from
English Mastiff TRIED AND TRUE FAMILY DOG AND PROTECTOR OF PROPERTY AS WELL
Presa Canario family and property but must be well trained and socialized
Cane Corso same as above
Standard Poodle great family dog that will zap out on an attacker and make you go wow really.
Airedale family and property with no fear if gotten from legit working lines
Dogue D Bordeaux great with kids and not so great with intruders lol

I have an American Bulldog female currently and the sweetest dog you want to meet at 85/90 lbs she;s just a love dog and has never been tested for anything else. when i hear something i restrain my dog/s in the past and i come with the heat to deal with it. ijs She's very alert and seems to act like she wilL rise to the occasion, I JUST RATHER SHE DIDN'T HAVE TOO. she's my daughter after all. lol.

TerriR said:

A sign works too

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i was just telling my neighbor how such a sign seems reasonable. Yet, in many cities/states if you have that sign they will use it against you. they will say you knew your dog was a problem dog ... and yes, it occured where i live. Weird how what we think will be good for us turns out to bite us in the ass. pun intended lol. Now, if you don't have a dog and all you have ais a rigged barking dog thing you are good. you might get robbed/raped/killed but they won't blame you so easily lol.

You might also consider a protective, vicious chi-weenie! This guy barks louder than my pitties and everyone knows he is patrolling!

Hopefull Stoner said:

i was just telling my neighbor how such a sign seems reasonable. Yet, in many cities/states if you have that sign they will use it against you. they will say you knew your dog was a problem dog ... and yes, it occured where i live. Weird how what we think will be good for us turns out to bite us in the ass. pun intended lol. Now, if you don't have a dog and all you have ais a rigged barking dog thing you are good. you might get robbed/raped/killed but they won't blame you so easily lol.

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Yes I thought about that but I live in the wild west so they can just bring it if they wanna try

Organica said:

The above dog is a Brazilian mastiff, Fila Brasileiro. There is no better guard dog rotty, dobe, gsd all mice in comparison. And u don't train them they are the most loyal family dog but will attack anyone besides who it lives with without provocation that is there temperament. There a 150lb machine used in Brazil to hunt slaves way back and hunt and kill mountain lions also herding aggressive wild bulls, I forget the name. This is the end all security dog.

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bloody latins... pfft



those are avg 250lbers, they can get to be 300lbs+ from some breeders :P


jk I love Brazilian mastiffs too :)

When we first moved here 4 years ago...someone broke into our garage and helped themselves. Called the sheriff...he said to “make yourself less of a target”...so we added cameras around the property, a tall fence, a bunch of signs, and a few dogs. No more problems...anyone else had any problems after getting a barking dog?

Snow day
1yr old dane

Attack pug for sure all the way