Originally posted by Cataholic

And, what is the difference between watchdog ability and guard dog ability? I have noticed that Binx would sooner walk off with a stranger than protect me...and, he barks nearly never inside. Mind you, I am not complaining, just commenting.
Thanks for posting this, I liked reading it.
The way I understand it, watch dog is the dog alerting you when a stranger comes around, by barking/growling or running up to get you etc.

Guard dog is how willing the dog would be to bite to protect you or the home etc.

I know Tommy is an excellent watch dog, but he'd be unemployed if his main job was to guard