Top 14 Most Courageous Dog Breeds - Heroes on Four Legs

Most Courageous Dog Breeds

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German Shepherd

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Rottweiler

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Doberman Pinscher

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Akita

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Labrador Retriever

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Yorkshire Terrier

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Bullmastiff

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Giant Schnauzer

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Belgian Malinois

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Boxer

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Collie

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Beagle

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Great Pyrenees

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American Pitbull Terrier

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