Gray Goose with young white goslings in green grass. A flock of geese enjoy a walk in a Russian village.© Kanyshev Andrey/Shutterstock.com While most people think of dogs when it comes to guarding ...

Like cats, dogs, horses, and chickens, geese come in many different shapes, sizes, and temperaments. While a goose’s behavior can be greatly shaped by how it is raised, each breed has distinct traits.

While most people think of dogs when it comes to guarding animals, geese are surprisingly effective protectors. Loud, alert, loyal, and tough, these reliable, feathered sentries are essentially nature ...