What dogs should a woman living alone get for protection?

Women living alone can consider keeping Golden Retrievers, Labradors, German Shepherds, Alaskan Malamutes or Border Collies. These breeds are fairly smart and alert, and Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds are especially loyal, so they will actively protect their owner.

However, German Shepherds are fierce and hard to train, and Alaskan Malamutes are large, so both are banned breeds in many cities. Beyond these medium-to-large dogs, you can also consider small breeds like the Teddy, Pug or Papillon. Although their fighting ability is weak, they are still quite alert and will immediately alert the owner if a stranger approaches.