A seasoned dog trainer has revealed the three breeds he would advise against owning, from his professional perspective. Garret Wing, founder of American Standard Dog Training and a trainer with over two decades of experience working with police dogs, shared his views in a YouTube video.
Wing, whose channel has 2.5 million subscribers, identified the Tibetan Mastiff as a breed he would 'never recommend'. He described it as 'a monster of a dog that is capable of killing an entire pack of wolves', adding that it is stubborn and difficult to train, making it unsuitable for homes with small children.
The second breed on his list is the Great Dane. While acknowledging they can be 'sweet dogs' and wonderful companions, Wing warned that they require significant lifestyle changes, including reorganising the home, investing in an oversized crate, and carefully considering furniture and outdoor spaces. He noted that the breed is 'just too big for most homes'.
Topping his list as the breed he least recommends for families is the Cane Corso. This Italian mastiff, historically used for livestock guarding and large game hunting, is described by Wing as 'absolute battle tanks' that are 'too much dog for about 99.9% of folks', even for professional trainers and owners like himself.
