I have done much research on both breeds & would appreciate any input or advice from those "in the Know". I have previously had the pleasure of owning an SBT & loved its energy & character but im now looking for a guard dog hopefully to some extent with these same attributes. Im a very athletic personal trainer, single with a fair sized garden I would be away at work for 10-15hrs a week. Thanks in advance.

As you will have discovered from your research they were bred for very different purposes so it depends upon what you wish your dog to guard, why and how?

Christine

Got to be a Dobi, they have energy and character oozing out of every inch, will guard but not take over the joint, loves extra training and will be able to keep up with anything you can throw at him while doing your training + as a single person I think Dobi's have better pulling power when you are out in the park, they have style!!!!