i have been around many breeds of dogs the most loyal , smartest and protective dog purchased as a puppy is a female Labrador hands down . this type of dog will protect your child to its death to save your child , i have witnessed this kind of protection when a huge bull tried to hurt my brother and the Lab took over , there were many other dogs times that Lab stepped in too. and here`s the funny part my Dad did not dear lay a hand on us when our Lab was by us, Dad did get bit once and Mom said you brought those boys the dog for protection so leave that dammed dog and boys alone , but to be honest we did deserve a spanking. my grandkids have a Lab now and the Lab sleeps right next to their rooms always guarding them.
