Comment to question about socialization with a fila
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No guard dog breed in the world got the trait of been suspicious towards strangers because they use to socialize them (not logic right?)
This argument cannot be broken. I have often heard people say that a well socialized dog can still guard. While this is true it will not excel as a guard dog if it is overly socialized. To be socially accepting of strangers (socialized) is contrary to the suspicious nature really needed in a real guardian.
Depending on societal needs of your location and the litigious and political climate - it is proper that some people do not bring a true guardian into that situation but find a more mondane breed. Good discussion everyone.