I will be moving to South Florida in approx. a year to a 10 to 30 acre property in a rural setting. My property will be fenced and then have chicken wire inside it to prevent animals from entering. There will be predators such as black bear, florida panther, boar, coyote, fox, water moccasin, rattler, hawks, eagles etcetera. I will have horses, goats, sheep, birds and dogs. I'm looking for a versatile dog that is a personal, property and also livestock guardian. The summer's here will be hot and humid in the mid to high 90's so a traditional LGD with long hair will not be an feasible option. Does anyone have any ideas on what type of dog will fill this need. I would also like input from owners of properties of 10 or larger acres regarding ways to lessen the mowing. I'm thinking letting the horses out in a large paddock of 5 or more acres and not having to mow it will this work. I will also have a dog kennel on the property. A shelter and area for sheep and goats. I'm wondering if I could use the sheep and goats to maintain the grass around the house as well. I'm not lazy with mowing, weed eating etcetera. I currently live on 5 1/2 acres and have put many hours in of mowing, weed eating, pressure washing. I don't want to get carpal tunnel because of the vibrating of these machines. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.