Dogs aren’t just great as companions and loyal pets. Being highly territorial, they are also excellent in protecting their homes and their loved ones. Because of this behavior, some dog owners need to put up signs on their yard to make sure others are fully aware of their precious pets. Unfortunately, instead of threatening potential intruders, some dogs look like they’re waiting for belly rubs and treats from passersby.
Check out these 58 funny guard dogs that clearly don’t fit the job.
1. The substitute
And when you decide to go on a break, make sure that there’s someone who’ll cover for you. This cat was surely happy to take the job.
2. Someone’s on a break
Getting hired as a guard dog doesn’t mean that you’re on the job 24/7. Sometimes, you need to relax, too. Go out and soak under the sun, just like this dog.
3. Committed
They say, when you put your heart into something, no one will be able to stop you. That is exactly what this little guy had in mind. Surely, there’s no messing with this dog.
4. Couldn’t wait any longer
This puppy couldn’t wait for people to see him and get scared of him. So, he decided to grab the sign and make his way to scare them.
5. That’s strange
It looks like someone was fired from his job. And judging by the way he looks, it’s quite obvious that he’s been kicked out of the house, too.
6. False advertising
This dog is trying her best to look scary. Unfortunately, the only thing she’s succeeding at is looking adorable. There’s no way anyone would get frightened by this pup!
7. The “scariest” guard dogs
This property must be so valuable that it has not one but two guard dogs. They are highly trained to harm you with their cuteness. See how focused they look?
8. You’ve been warned.
This particular dog lives in a house with a huge “Beware” sign on its front yard. It’s a warning so you won’t spend hour petting her.
9. A sensible warning
Apparently, this warning isn’t meant to scare you to get off of the property. It’s a simple warning to make sure you don’t step on the dog as you go through that gate.
10. Beware of this dog!
This one’s a very good example of expectations versus reality. Instead of seeing a really angry dog when you walk past this property, you’ll see a super adorable dog with his tongue sticking out.
11. Come in!
This dog accepts treats as bribe. Give him some and he’s likely to show you around his home. Giving him a belly rub might work, too.
12. Putting one’s best foot or paw forward
Someone is trying to make a really good first impression at work. This dog is letting everyone know that he’s scary.
13. Too tired to care
Who expects anyone to work on a really hot day? Nope, certainly not this dog. With the gate open like that, you can come in anytime you want. He won’t care.
14. The best he could do
This dog is trying to put on his scariest face. In reality, however, he just looks like he’s asking for people to pet him.
15. According to size
Warning signs are often made in big sizes to make sure that people get to read them easily. In this case, however, the sign was just proportional to the size of the dog. Nonetheless, you should take this puppy seriously.
16. Wrong breed
It’s either the sign got it all wrong or this adorable Pomeranian is standing on another dog. Let’s hope it’s the first one.
17. In proper uniform
Someone’s pretty excited on his first day on the job. He’s got his game face on and he’s wearing his complete uniform.
18. Stealthy
These dogs don’t give warnings. They’ll just attack you with lots of kisses when you least expect it.
19. Not in a good mood
This dog has been working all day. He’s too tired to even care about you getting near his property or taking his photo.
20. The trainee
This dog is doing an excellent job in “trying” to be a guard dog. His stance, facial expression, and bark are on point. Let’s give him credit for that.
21. On strike
He’s refusing to do his job until you agree on giving him more snacks and more playtime outdoors. He’s also asking that you let him sleep on your bed every single night.
22. What dog?
There’s got to be a mean dog in that photo- if only the cat is allowing it do its job.
23. Looks can be deceiving
No matter how lonely this dog looks, you should resist getting near it. If you fall victim to the trap, you can end up spending hours playing with it.
24. Partners in crime
Don’t get fooled by how adorable these two look. They are good at what they do.
25. Never judge a dog by its size
Even if he’s small, this dog certainly mean business. No treats and belly rubs will get you inside.
26. When they are in it together
As a family, you need to protect your home together. The dog and this cat are doing an excellent job in making sure no one gets inside.
27. Quite risky
Getting inside a property guarded by a mean dog can be scary, particularly when you think about dog bites. In this case, however, you need to be scared about dog licks and kisses.
28. Not for humans
This sign isn’t for humans. It’s actually meant for the squirrels.
29. To laugh or not to laugh
This is how you’d look like when you show up at work after spending the entire night drinking and partying with friends. Well, you got to do what you got to do.
30. Not sure
This is how most of us look like on our first day at work. Scared and clueless, just like how this puppy looks.
31. Who said they’re scary?
German Shepherds are considered as one of the best breeds when it comes to guarding. They are fast, strong, and highly intelligent dogs. And as it turns out, they can be quite goofy, too.
32. It’s a test.
Guard dogs are supposed to keep their properties safe and secured. If you happen to pass by this dog, do not open the gate- no matter how hard he tries to convince you with his adorable face.
33. The dog
Yes, there’s a mean dog in that picture. You just need to take a really close look.
34. Warning
This dog is not in the mood. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.
35. Does he look like he’s joking?
This dog is quite serious about his job. Take one more step forward and see for yourself.
36. Please pet the dog.
Of all the beware signs in this collection, this one’s pretty interesting. It’s actually requiring you to pet the dog.
37. The dog is real.
This dog isn’t a part of the sign. He’s very real.
38. Sniper
This particular dog has a very particular target. Don’t go anywhere near it if your legs aren’t protected.
39. The show-off
At work, there will always be that one person who really enjoys stepping up and showing off. That’s exactly what this dog is doing.
40. Way too cool to guard the backyard
Someone got promoted and he’s feeling really great about it. Now, he’s in charge of guarding the car.
41. Always watching
This dog is doing a very good job scaring people away. His favorite way to do that? A stare-down.
42. Attack mode
This dog was able to capture a potential trespasser. He’s now torturing him with his cuteness.
43. No sign
You won’t see any sign. This dog ate it.
44. The Duo
These two dogs don’t look like they’re waiting for trespassers. Instead, they look like they’re waiting for someone to play with them.
45. Don’t forget to ring the bell
If you ever need to get through this gate, remember to ring the bell. It’s the only way you’ll be able to distract this dog.
46. The boss
Among the guard dogs on this list, this is probably the most dangerous of them all. See how his eye’s twitching? He’ll definitely tear you apart.
47. Standing tall
Never look down on anyone, even dogs. No matter how small they are, they’ll do everything to protect you.
48. On duty
This guard dog is really scary. He’ll lick you to death if you step on his territory.
49. What mean dog?
There was supposed to be a scary dog somewhere. It looks like the sign’s fake.
50. All smiles!
Guard dogs should scare people away and keep them off of the property. This dog is doing the opposite of that.
51. Think twice before trespassing
He may be small and super cute, but he’s doing his best to be a good guard dog.
52. About the new guard dog
There’s a new guard dog. Compared with the previous one, this dog is meaner, bigger, and scarier. It’s that dog behind the sign.
53. Be aware of the dog.
This dog isn’t here to scare you. He just wants your attention.
54. This is it.
This is how an attack dog looks like. You should look very, very scared by now.
55. Do you want to know?
It’s hard to decide whether to laugh or be scared about this sign. But if you are really curious to know, the dog has the answer for you.
56. It couldn’t get any stranger than this.
This is probably one of the strangest signs on this list. It appears that the owner is a cat person but still wants a guard dog.
57. Another set of snipers
They aim really low. You need to be very, very careful.
58. Don’t forget the cat.
You can forget about the dog. Clearly, the cat’s the biggest threat in this property.
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