Thank you both. I am not certain what I am willing to sacrifice just yet, but I know what will be my number one priority, family protection! 

As I tend to like cross breeds more, the Bandog will most likely fit the bill, but the hard part will be to get a trustworthy breeder. 

The first dog I owned in this country met about 90% of my wish list, and that poor boy came off the streets of East LA. One never knows I guess. 

Thanks for all your answers