Alert Dog Breeds
Discover everything about Alert dog breeds. This comprehensive guide covers 52 different breeds that are known for being alert. Learn about their characteristics, temperament, and care requirements to find the perfect companion for your lifestyle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Alert dog breeds?
Alert dog breeds include Airedale Terrier, Akita, American Eskimo Dog (Miniature), and others. These breeds are known for discover everything about alert dog breeds. this comprehensive guide covers 52 different breeds that are known for being alert. learn about their characteristics, temperament, and care requirements to find the perfect companion for your lifestyle.
What characteristics do Alert dogs share?
Alert dogs typically share traits like Outgoing, Friendly, Alert, Confident, Intelligent, Courageous, Funny, Playful, Affectionate, Athletic, Couch, Curious, Friendly, Gentle, Loves, Loyal, Smart, Brave, Protective, Happy, Quiet, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Heartworm Positive, Housetrained, Needs another dog in home, Independent, Loves Water, Loves Toys, Loves Treats, Couch potato, Loves kisses. They are often chosen for Badger, otter hunting.
Are Alert dogs good family pets?
Many Alert dogs can make excellent family pets, though individual breeds may vary in their needs and temperament. It's important to research specific breeds to find the best match for your family.
How do I choose the right Alert dog breed?
When choosing a Alert dog breed, consider factors like size, energy level, grooming needs, and compatibility with your lifestyle. Research individual breeds and consult with reputable breeders or veterinarians.

Airedale Terrier
Outgoing, Friendly, Alert, Confident, Intelligent, Courageous, Funny, Playful, Affectionate, Athletic, Couch, Curious, Friendly, Gentle, Loves, Loyal, Smart, Brave, Protective, Happy, Quiet, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Heartworm Positive, Housetrained, Needs another dog in home, Independent, Loves Water, Loves Toys, Loves Treats, Couch potato, Loves kisses
United Kingdom, England

Akita
Docile, Alert, Responsive, Dignified, Composed, Friendly, Receptive, Faithful, Courageous, Affectionate, Couch, Curious, Dignified, Playful, Loyal, Loves, Funny, Gentle, Friendly, Quiet, Smart, Timid, Cuddler, Might Play Rough with Small Children, Athletic, Independent, DtwoD Required, Unknown with Cats, Brave, Crate Trained, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Potty Trained, Protective, Does NOT do well with Large Dogs, Good With Children, No Cats, Good with Kids eight and older, Good on leash, Good in the car

American Eskimo Dog (Miniature)
Friendly, Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Protective

American Eskimo Dog
Friendly, Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Protective, Affectionate, Couch, Gentle, Loves, Velcro Dog, Friendly, Playful, Loves Kisses, Loyal, Loves Treats, Sweet, Smart, Funny, Quiet, Nervous, Only Dog, Shy, Scared, No Other Dogs, Wiggly, Silly, Curious, Brave, Athletic, Superb Temperament, ALWAYS Smiling, Easy Going Low Key, Well Mannered House Boy, House Trained, Crate Trained, GREAT W Dogs, Good W Cats, Loooooves Children, EXQUISITE, BEST Of Show, Dignified, Independent, Friendly Cuddles Playful High Enegy Good Recal, Dog Friendly, Adventurous, Goofy, Communicative, Enthusiastic, Snuggly, Food Motivated, Sentinel, Alpha, Watchful, Cautious, Guarded, Protector, Leader, Big Daddy, Farm Or Ranch, Protective, Skeptical, Sane, Senior Citizens, Easy To Groom, Warms Up Quickly, Good Manners, Watcher, Guarding, Reactive, Frightened, Distrustful, Sensitive, Fast, Zoomy, Needs Grooming, Traumatized, Skittish, Treat Motivated, Project, Rehabilitation, Active, Zoomie, Spunky, Alert, Sensible, Submissive, Timid, Anxious, Loves Other Dogs, Spooky, Dependent, Wimpy, Temperamental, Biter, Loves Attention, Special Needs Scared Of New People, Loves kisses, Couch potato, Wary, skeptical, runner, Escapist, Snippy, Prefers Women, Nipper, Hates Grooming, Hikes, Walks

Australian Kelpie
Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Loyal, Intelligent, Eager, Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Curious, Funny, Loves Kisses, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, House trained, Loves, Gentle, Quiet, Athletic, Brave, Couch, Independent, Dignified, Shy, Happy, Chill, Heartworm Negative, Neutered Male, Good Walker, Knows Sit, Treat Motivated, Housetrained, Energetic, Spayed Neutered, Dog Selective, Loves kisses

Australian Terrier
Spirited, Alert, Loyal, Companionable, Even Tempered, Courageous, Playful, Friendly, Brave, Affectionate, Curious, Gentle, Loves, Quiet, Smart, Athletic, Funny, Couch, Dignified, Loyal, Independent, Good With Kids, Good With Dogs, Good with Dogs, Good with older kids, Needs Another Dog, Not Good in Condo Apartment, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Housetrained

Basenji
Affectionate, Energetic, Alert, Curious, Playful, Intelligent, Affectionate, Playful, Curious, Friendly, Loves, Athletic, Snuggle Bug, Happy, Couch, Funny, Gentle, Loyal, Quiet, Smart, Brave, Independent, Protective, Calm, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Good with Men Women, Available for Transfer Texas, Good With All Dogs, Loves Kisses, Sweet, Very Attentive, Dignified

Bearded Collie
Self-confidence, Hardy, Lively, Alert, Intelligent, Active, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Protective, Smart, Listens To Commands, Gentle, Quiet

Belgian Malinois
Watchful, Alert, Stubborn, Friendly, Confident, Hard-working, Active, Protective

Belgian Tervuren
Energetic, Alert, Loyal, Intelligent, Attentive, Protective

Border Collie
Tenacious, Keen, Energetic, Responsive, Alert, Intelligent, Gentle, Loves, Playful, Friendly, Curious, Affectionate, Athletic, Brave, Funny, Independent, Loyal, Quiet, Smart, Loves Kisses, Sweet, Loving, Snuggly, Couch, Dignified, Housetrained, Loves Food, Loves To Cuddle, Loves Other Dogs, Loves Hugs, Leash Trained, Kennel Trained, House Broken, Protective

Border Terrier
Fearless, Affectionate, Alert, Obedient, Intelligent, Even Tempered, Affectionate, Funny, Smart, Athletic, Playful, Friendly, Curious, Loves, Energetic, Happy, Social, Loving, Dignified, Quiet, Gentle, Loyal, Brave, Couch, Cuddly, Loves Her People And Other Dogs, Independent, Good with Dogs, Energy Medium, Active, Sweet, Wiggly, Housetrained, Crate Trained, Lap Lover, Adorable, Bonded, Energy Level Moderate, Go Slow, Leash Manners Needs Training, Not Housetrained, Other Dogs Selective

Bullmastiff
Docile, Reliable, Devoted, Alert, Loyal, Reserved, Loving, Protective, Powerful, Calm, Courageous, Affectionate, Dignified, Couch, Gentle, Brave, Curious, Friendly, Loves, Loyal, Protective, Active, Cuddle Bug, Eager to Please, Food Motivated, Family Friendly, Gentle Soft mouth, Gives kisses, Good in car, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, House trained, Leans in, Mellow, Physically playful, Quick learner, Silly Playful, Good with Cats, Athletic, Smart, Funny, SO Sweet, Silly Goose, Independent, Playful, Quiet, Medium Energy, Appears House Trained, Low Energy, May Do Well with Children, Cuddly, Loves Kisses, Great With Kids, Family Dog, Loves Car Rides, Craves Adventure, Couch potato, Couch Potato

Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Affectionate, Devoted, Alert, Companionable, Intelligent, Active, Affectionate, Friendly, Couch, Funny, Gentle, Playful, Loves, Loyal, Smart, Independent, Energy Moderate, Okay in Apartment or Condo, Size Small fifteen to twenty nine lbs, Single Dog Home, Housetrained, Not Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Heartworm Negative, Shy, Protective, Athletic, Adoption Fee two hundred, People friendly, Good with other dogs, Fenced yard physical, Adult Only Home Preferred, Fearful Shy, Needs Calm Home, Happy personality, Merle, Mini twenty thirty fivelbs when mature, Spayed or Neutered, Velcro, Energetic, Likes Toys, Social Butterfly, Snuggle Buddy, Small Dog Friendly, Enjoys meeting new dogs, Goofy, Cherry eye, Good with women, Good with men, Low energy, Shy dog, Bonded, Comfy Couch Potato, Cuddle Bug, Gentle Soft mouth, Leash Trained, Mellow, Seeks Affection, Shy but warms up, Good in car, Happier with another dog in home, House trained, Physically playful, Adoption Ready, Good with older considerate children, No shared walls, Brave, Curious, Leash trained, Medium energy, Sociable, Treat motivated, Yard needed, Dog Selective, Experienced Adopters Only, Good on a Leash, Knows Basic Commands, Not Good with Kids, Size Medium thirty to fifty nine lbs, Dignified, Loves kisses, Couch Potato, Loves Snow, Ballerina, Adoption Fee five hundred fifty, Barker, Loving, Snuggly

Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka)
Alert, Quick, Dominant, Powerful, Calm, Strong

Chinese Crested
Affectionate, Sweet-Tempered, Lively, Alert, Playful, Happy

Chinook
Friendly, Alert, Dignified, Intelligent, Calm, Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Playful, Brave, Independent, Funny, Athletic, Smart, Curious

Doberman Pinscher
Fearless, Energetic, Alert, Loyal, Obedient, Confident, Intelligent, Affectionate, Athletic, Brave, Couch, Curious, Gentle, Funny, Friendly, Independent, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Quiet, Protective, Has lived with other dogs, Available for Public Foster, Foster Eligible, Leash Trained, Medium Energy, Dignified, Transferable Doobert, As is adoption see medical, HW positive, Good with Dogs

Dutch Shepherd
Reliable, Affectionate, Alert, Loyal, Obedient, Trainable, Affectionate, Couch, Curious, Dignified, Playful, Loyal, Loves, Gentle, Funny, Friendly, Quiet, Smart, Athletic, Independent, No Cats, Crate Trained, Good with Children, Good with Dogs, Heartworm Positive Treatment Completed, Know the breed, Needs Active Lifestyle, Brave, Protective, Deposit Available, Has Done Well with Dogs, Shy, Couch Potato, Energy High, Treat Motivated, Good with Kids, Inside Outside Dog, Unknown with Cats, Heartworm Negative

English Springer Spaniel
Affectionate, Cheerful, Alert, Intelligent, Attentive, Active, Curious, Friendly, Playful, Affectionate, Couch, Funny, Gentle, Loves, Athletic, Smart, Brave, Dignified, Loyal, Housebroken, Single Dog Home, Protective, Adventurous, Dominant, Independent, Quiet, Loves To Run, Very Playful, Lots Of Energy, Loves kisses, Loves Kisses, Couch potato

English Toy Terrier
Stubborn, Alert, Companionable, Intelligent, Cunning, Trainable

Eurasier
Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Even Tempered, Watchful, Calm

French Bulldog
Playful, Affectionate, Keen, Sociable, Lively, Alert, Easygoing, Patient, Athletic, Bright, Affectionate, Funny, Playful, Friendly, Curious, Brave, Smart, Couch, Gentle, Loves, Available for Foster, Good with Dogs, Breed Experience Preferred, Eager to Please, Family Friendly, House trained, Athletic, Independent, Dignified, Loyal, Claremont Adoption Center, Crate Trained, Apartment Appropriate, Good for Vet Care, Food motivated, Loves People, Playful Goofy, Cuddle Bug, High jumper climber, Mellow Laid Back, Possibly Cat Friendly, Velcro Dog, Kid Friendly, Dog Friendly, Quiet, Cat Friendly, Comfy Couch Potato, Not Good with Dogs, Not Good with Cats

German Shepherd Dog
Alert, Loyal, Obedient, Curious, Confident, Intelligent, Watchful, Courageous, Playful, Affectionate, Friendly, Curious, Dignified, Gentle, Independent, Loyal, Smart, Brave, Couch, Loves Kisses, Loves, Athletic, Funny, Protective, Goofy, Adventurous, Loves Sunbathing, Been With Her Brother Sawyer Her Whole Life, Quiet, House Trained, Crate Trained, Leash Trained, Shy, Loving, Super Loving, Snuggly, Adorable, Devoted, Well Socialized, Amazing Girl, Social, Intelliget, Quick Learner, Courageous, Happy Go Lucky, Foodie, Car Ride Enthusiast, Calm, Good Companion, Loves To Cuddle And Give Kisses, Easy Going

Gordon Setter
Fearless, Alert, Loyal, Confident, Gay, Eager, Brave, Dignified, Friendly, Gentle, Independent

Griffon Bruxellois
Self-important, Inquisitive, Alert, Companionable, Sensitive, Watchful

Japanese Chin
Alert, Loyal, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Cat-like, Playful, Athletic, Affectionate, Friendly, Independent, Loves, Smart, Curious, Funny, Loyal, Gentle, Couch, Quiet, Couch Potato

Kooikerhondje
Benevolent, Agile, Alert, Intelligent, Active, Territorial

Lancashire Heeler
Clever, Friendly, Alert, Intelligent, Playful, Affectionate, Curious, Loves, Friendly, Funny, Loyal, Athletic, Brave, Couch, Dignified, Independent, Gentle, Protective, Smart, Loves kisses, Quiet, Couch potato

Lhasa Apso
Steady, Fearless, Friendly, Devoted, Assertive, Spirited, Energetic, Lively, Alert, Obedient, Playful, Intelligent, Experience with Kids, I love to play, Social Butterfly, I love treats, I love toys, I love plushie toys, Cuddle Bug, Smart, Playful, Happy, Fun, Friendly, Chino Hills Adoption Center, Apartment Appropriate, Good with Dogs, Gentle, Quiet, Couch, Loyal, Brave, Dignified, Loves, Independent, Please Read Entire Description, Claremont Adoption Center, Affectionate, Curious, Funny, Snuggles, Pee Pad Trained, Leash Trained, Sweetheart, Great With Other Friendly Dogs, Good With Cats, Lap Dog, Silly Playful, Available for Foster, Athletic, Companion, Loves Kisses, Gentle and Friendly, Active Dog, Cold Sensitive, Eager to Please, Heat Sensitive, Intelligent, Likes Cats, Likes Kids, Likes Other Dogs, Requires a yard, Suitable for Apartment Living, Medical Coord Adopter Consult Required, Medical Basic Vetting Completed, Potty trained

Miniature Schnauzer
Fearless, Friendly, Spirited, Alert, Obedient, Intelligent, Friendly, Loyal, Loves, Gentle, Dignified, Affectionate, Athletic, Playful, Smart, Couch, Quiet, Curious, Funny, Brave, Shy Sweet Fun Dog Friendly Young Puppy Smart, Loving Trusting Shy At First, Shy, Independent, Protective, Loves Kisses, Cuddler, Loves Walks, House Trained, Crate Trained, Leash Trained, Loves Dogs, Loves People, Friendly With Strangers, Not A Barker, Good With Cats, Energetic, Sweet, Timid

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Outgoing, Alert, Patient, Intelligent, Loving, Affectionate, Curious, Playful, Friendly, Cat free home, Funny, Smart, Gentle, Athletic, Independent, Brave, Dignified, Loves, Loyal, Quiet, Protective, Couch, Loves Kisses, Treat Motivated, Does Well in Car, Eager to Please, Goofy, Incontinence, Leash Trained, Likes to Fetch, Likes to Vocalize, Likes Toys, Moderately Active, Needs Ongoing Medical Care, Ok with Kids

Olde English Bulldogge
Friendly, Alert, Confident, Loving, Courageous, Strong

Papillon
Hardy, Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Happy, Affectionate, Friendly, Ideal Family Older Kids seven positive, Other Dogs Coexist, Not Housetrained, Energy Level High Energy, Ideal Family All Ages, Crate trained, Housetrained, Athletic, Brave, Curious, Funny, Loves, Playful, Smart, Dignified, Loyal, Gentle, Dental health, Couch, Independent, Protective, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Adult Only Home Preferred, Quiet, Stubborn, Sensitive, Cuddler, Lap Dog, Sassy, Motivated, Bossy, Queen, Royalty, Food Motivated, Ratchet, Couch potato, Loves kisses, Loving, Spunky, Social, Darling, Precious, Sweet, Couch Potato

Plott
Bold, Alert, Loyal, Intelligent

Rat Terrier
Affectionate, Lively, Inquisitive, Alert, Intelligent, Loving, Affectionate, Couch, Curious, Dignified, Playful, Loyal, Loves, Gentle, Funny, Friendly, Quiet, Smart, Athletic, Sweet, Happy, Social, Fun, Independent, Cookie Monster, Brave, Protective, Couch potato, Loves Kisses, Loves Food, Cuddle Bug, Dog Friendly, Sporty, Crate Trained, Loves Attention

Rottweiler
Steady, Good-natured, Fearless, Devoted, Alert, Obedient, Confident, Self-assured, Calm, Courageous, Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Gentle, Loyal, Loves, Smart, Quiet, Couch, Dignified, Independent, Playful, Brave, Athletic, Protective, Funny, Never Been Out Of The Shelter, Eager To Please, Calm, Content, Previous positive interactions with other dogs, History of being housebroken, History of being crate trained, Previous positive interactions with children, Previous positive interactions with cats, Ehrlichia Positive, Energy Moderate, Heartworm Treatment Needed, Couch stealer, Cuddle bug, Goofy, Friendly to family, Very Active, Crate Trained, Cuddler, Friendly and Outgoing, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Walks well on a leash, Rides well in car

Samoyed
Stubborn, Friendly, Sociable, Lively, Alert, Playful, Affectionate, Athletic, Brave, Curious, Playful, Loves, Gentle, Funny, Friendly, Protective, Quiet, Smart, Loyal, Love Food, Very Sweet, Loves Children, Tolerate Small Dogs, No Cats, Independent, Spayed Neutered, Microchiped, Housetrained, Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Adult Only Home Preferred, Up To Date On Shots, Couch, Good with Kids, Couch potato, Loves kisses, Snuggly, Snuggle, Cuddles, Teddy Bear, Kisses, Dignified, cheerful, active, Cuddly, Anxious, Strong, Energetic, Barky

Scottish Terrier
Feisty, Alert, Independent, Playful, Quick, Self-assured, Affectionate, Brave, Curious, Friendly, Playful, Loyal, Loves, Funny, Smart, Cookie Monster, Velcro Muppet, Saucy, Independent, Protective, Athletic, Gentle, Loves Snuggles, Quiet, Loves Food And Dogs, Goofy, Wiggle Worm, Active, Dignified, Good with Dogs, Housetrained

Shetland Sheepdog
Affectionate, Lively, Responsive, Alert, Loyal, Reserved, Playful, Gentle, Intelligent, Active, Trainable, Strong

Shiba Inu
Charming, Fearless, Keen, Alert, Confident, Faithful, Gentle and Friendly, Playful, Loves, Loyal, Couch, Affectionate, Friendly, Curious, Funny, Smart, Gentle, in PORTLAND, Needs fenced yard, Housetrained, Single Dog Home, Athletic, Brave, Dignified, Independent, Quiet, Adoption Fee four hundred seventy five, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Loving, Snuggly, Protective, Loves kisses

Shih Tzu
Clever, Spunky, Outgoing, Friendly, Affectionate, Lively, Alert, Loyal, Independent, Playful, Gentle, Intelligent, Happy, Active, Courageous, Gentle and Friendly, Playful, Affectionate, Curious, Loyal, Athletic, Friendly, Loves, Funny, Brave, Couch, Gentle, Independent, Quiet, Smart, House trained, Rescue Needed, Heartworm Negative, No Small Children, Joyful, Good with Kids, Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Housetrained, Good with kids under eight, Apartment Appropriate, Crate Trained, Active and Playful, Adventure Pup, Enjoys Walks, Living in Foster Home, Dignified, Adoption Fee five hundred, Current on Vaccines, Spayed Neutered, Goofy, Likes Treats, Not Good with Cats, Medical adoption

Siberian Husky
Outgoing, Friendly, Alert, Gentle, Intelligent, Affectionate, Athletic, Brave, Couch, Curious, Dignified, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Independent, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Protective, Quiet, Smart, Cuddler, Loves Car Rides, Eager To Please, Adult Only Home Preferred, Beautiful, Sweetheart

Silky Terrier
Friendly, Responsive, Inquisitive, Alert, Quick, Joyful, Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Loves, Gentle, Couch, Loyal, Quiet, Independent, Couch Potato, Smart, Funny, Playful, Love Food, Treat Motivated, Beautiful, Brave, Housetrained, Heartworm Positive, Single Dog Home, Protective, Energetic, Athletic, Dignified, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Hearing Impaired, Can Be Bossy With Others, Adult Only Home Preferred, Visually Impaired, Loves To Play, Loves Treats, Sweet, Lovable Grouch

Smooth Fox Terrier
Fearless, Affectionate, Alert, Playful, Intelligent, Active, Couch, Dignified, Friendly, Loyal, Quiet, Gentle, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Playful, Funny, Goofy, Smart, Brave, Protective, Independent, Loves Kisses, Loves kisses

Swedish Vallhund
Fearless, Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Watchful

Toy Fox Terrier
Friendly, Spirited, Alert, Loyal, Playful, Intelligent, Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle, Playful, Smart, Loves, Athletic, Funny, Couch, Protective, Independent, Brave, Curious, Dignified, Loyal, Quiet, Vocal, Adventurous, Chill, Communicative, Patient, Playfu, Resilient, Snuggly, Loves kisses

Weimaraner
Steady, Aloof, Stubborn, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Powerful, Fast, Affectionate, Curious, Gentle, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Playful, Smart, Quiet, Athletic, Brave, Loyal, Heartworm Treatment Needed, Size Medium thirty to fifty nine lbs, Energy Moderate, Loves to Cuddle, Loves Toys, Couch, Dignified, Good with Kids, Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Housetrained, Crate Trained, Loves Kisses, Energetic, Independent, Gentle and Friendly, Good on leash, High Energy, Likes walks, Active, Affectionate Cuddle bug, Sweet

West Highland White Terrier
Hardy, Friendly, Alert, Independent, Gay, Active, Courageous

White Shepherd
Self-confidence, Aloof, Fearless, Alert, Companionable, Eager

Wire Fox Terrier
Fearless, Friendly, Bold, Keen, Alert, Quick, Affectionate, Athletic, Friendly, Funny, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Curious, Brave, Loves, Happy, Quiet, Gentle, Independent, Protective, Apartment Appropriate, Crate Trained, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Couch potato, Loves kisses, Dignified

Xoloitzcuintli
Cheerful, Alert, Companionable, Intelligent, Protective, Calm