What is the difference between a guard dog and a protection dog?

A guard dog typically refers to a dog trained for property protection or as a deterrent within its own environment. It may act as a watchdog, alerting to intruders or potential threats.

On the other hand, a protection dog is trained to be a versatile tool in various environments and circumstances. It can adapt to changing locations, settings, and threats while consistently engaging and neutralizing assailants or threatening situations, regardless of the place or time.