There are more and more guard dogs in Spain. They can cost up to 15,000 euros, and the law treats them the same as a poodle

Spain is seeing a surge in purchases and registrations of guard dogs, especially cane corsos and Dobermans, driven by fears of insecurity and amplified on social media.

Well-bred, trained animals can cost more than 15,000 euros, reflecting strong demand in Spain and similar trends in the UK and US.

Despite their size and protective role, Spanish law treats these dogs like any other pet and does not impose breed-specific requirements.

Experts warn that dogs such as cane corsos, Dobermans and malinois need experienced handling, but current rules leave them without special controls.