Dogs are always trying their best to look out for their owners and make sure their safe. Some loyal breeds will even put themselves in harms way to protect their owner. With these keen senses, some breeds can even identify snakes long before their their family has. Here are dogs that snakes know not to mess with.
Rat Terrier
The Rat terrier has amazing senses that allow it to easily notice any snakes nearby. They have their lineage in hunting, which means that snakes know better than to mess with them. They can often be aware of snakes before their owners are.
Jack Russel Terrier
Despite Jack Russell’s being quite small in stature, they make up for it in their courage and tenacity. They have a strong prey drive, which means they won’t hesitate to dispatch a snake if it gets too close to their owner. Their size also allows them to get into smaller spaces where snakes may be present.
Airedale Terrier
Airedale terriers hold the nickname of the king of all terriers, and for good reason. They are large dogs with power behind their weight. This means that any snake would rather not tango with them and would keep their distance. If a snake does get into close proximity with a loved one, the airedale terrier won’t hesitate to protect its owner.
Australian Terrier
The Australian terriers are on the smaller side, but don’t be fooled by their external appearance. The Australian terrier has a lineage in hunting rodents, which means they have quick reflexes and the ability to take down any snakes that would harm their owner.
Cairn Terrier
Cairn terriers are scrappy and dependable dogs that have been showcased in movies like The Wizard of Oz. They have amazing agility and keen senses which helps them to monitor and track and animals in their vicinity, including snakes.
German Pinscher
The German Pinscher is a highly intelligent breed that boasts a strong prey drive. This comes in handy when out on walks with them, as they’re ever alert and will take down a snake before it manages to get close to you or your loved ones.
Lakeland Terrier
The lakeland terrier are bold dogs that have been bred to protect livestock, primarily sheep, from foxes. This instinct to protect means that they are effective at deterring any snakes that may be lurking nearby. If they have to, they will put themselves between a snake and their handler.
Dachshund
Dachshunds are brave and tenacious hunting dogs originally bred to help hunt down badgers. With this prey drive, they are natural warriors, meaning they aren’t afraid to protect their owners. They have a low stance, which makes it easier for them to confront snakes.
Anatolian Shepherd
The Anatolian shepherd is a large breed with a powerful jaw and muscles. They are usually used to guard livestock and protect them from predators. This will translate well to protecting their human family from any snakes that may be found on trails or even in the backyard.
Beagle
Beagles have amazing senses of smell, which means that they can easily find any snakes that may be lurking nearby. Their small size also makes them very agile, so they can quickly dispatch a snake if it gets too close to them or their owner.
Bloodhound
Like beagles, bloodhounds have incredible olfactory senses. They can sense snakes from far away and even alert their owners of them before an altercation has to take place. If things do get too close for comfort, the bloodhound, being a hunting dog, could take on a snake if needed.
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Schnauzers may not have as much raw strength or the sheer size of many other dogs on this list, but they have high intelligence and a strong prey drive. These factors combined mean that they can spot snakes before it’s too late and will fight for their owner if the situation demands.
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