8. For the protector: Rhodesian ridgeback
Do your instincts drive you to protect others? Do you always want to be there for your loved one in case something happens? Although this dog may look a little unconventional due to the distinctive ridge that runs along its back and gives it its unusual name, you may not find a better breed if family protection is your goal. The Rhodesian ridgeback was bred to be a hunting dog but was also instilled with the strong desire to protect their families.