You can train the CSW defense and you can make him a good guard. However, it is harder than with for example German shepherd or malinois etc. Also, the way to train them is different and if the dog club, where you train with your CSW, does not have experiences with the breed, it is possible they can make bad mistakes or destroy the will of the dog to do the task at all. From these reason, it is very important to find a dog club, where they have individual approach to each dog´s needs and where they think about what they do and how the dog reacts. If they train all the dog races the same way, then better don´t train defence at all or find another club.
The wolfdog will, when adult, guard you as a person by himself, more or less, without a training (but of course, not when you tell him, but when he thinks he has to, which might be problem). From this reason, if you wish your dog to be a guardian more than a friendly pet to everyone, you better train defence somewhere to get understand your dogs reactions and how he behaves in certain situations. The dog will also learn how to deal with strange people, when to attack and when not, to listen to your commands and to let go when you command him to etc.
The wolfdog will, naturally, guard your property, be it your flat, house or garden. No one has to teach him this. My wolfdogs do it naturaly too, and they start to guard any property they visit (ie where they are not at home, like friend´s house or garden) within 10 minutes. Even the puppy that is 5 months now, would bark at strangers passing or ringing door bell.
Please note, that everything I said is valid only for wolfdogs that come from non problematic kennels, that are raised with much care and love, used to people and other dogs, socialised well as puppies and given lots of care, excersise and training from youngsters to adult. Only self-confident, well socialised wolfdog will guard you and your house. Never a shy one.
Mirka
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