I have a malakli male, he's now 2,5 years old. Be aware, they are very difficult dogs to raise. As for protecting your family and property, don't worry he can and will do that like no other. Here are some vids on youtube from 5 months ago. He has matured a lot since. http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=PanzerSeker&view=videos Seker 3yrs 32kg(!) my favourite. What she lacks in size and weight she makes up for with her character, 4/4. A pity they consider her to be a mutt because of her size. She's the perfect urban guarddog and my personal bodyguard. Not that I need one, but it makes her happy :P