Equanimity
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We have kitty cats for mice, LOL!!!! Can you all tell me about reputable breeders?
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You're gonna think I'm nuts, and you'd be right. Ha. But seriously, it sounds like a lot of these breeds would suit ALMOST all of your needs, so why not get more than one? The Cane Corso seems to be highly recommended for you, and the Boerboel. The Dogo Argentino also seems to be recommended for you. Why not all three? The white coloring can be offset with sunblock that can be made for dogs. (There are recipes for just about any product for dogs and cats on the internet that are safe, all natural and effective.)
A Fila would be amazing and fit your needs very well, seem to pack well, and will NOT let strangers on your property. If it's a mini ranch, you should have enough room to kennel a Fila well away from the house when company comes. They are a bit clingy, though, and like to be by the person they chose. (Mine is a Fila.) They were bred to do everything except play the piano. (Or snuggle up to strangers.)
Also? Geese. And goats. They make excellent "watchdogs" and geese can be NASTY. Having other animals like this will also fulfill any herding instincts the dog(s) you choose may have. Plus...Goats. Goats are awesome.
I'll definitely chime in with those that say you should go to a good breeder. (Or a few.) And the breeders will also tell you, "Yes. Our dogs are exactly what you're looking for!" or "No, I don't think this breed would suit what you need." At least, good breeders will. They'll also tell you which dogs will work well with the chosen breed. Good breeders want to promote their breed and improve it, while preserving its ability to do its job. So they want the best possible homes for their puppies.
And though I admit I don't know much about them, and frankly because of a couple of bad experiences I'm timid around Pit Bulls, I hear they're awesome and pretty all-around from their enthusiasts, so I wonder if maybe a few good ol' PB's might be the way to go.
Of course, I live in a house with three cats, my Fila, and we're planning on getting another dog after Taurus is neutered in a year. I plan on dedicating an entire room to snakes and lizards, and we want a couple of chickens. So I may be a dodgy source of advice, because you may end up with five hundred animals.
I really like all of your suggestions BUT the Pit Bull. I raised and owned APBT's for many years and their prey drive is WAY too high to live in harmony with all of the the other animals and they are normally dog aggressive so you have to be careful. They require a ton of training and aren't the greatest watch dogs. I had a few out of all of mine that showed real protective behavior but for all of the bad rap they receive, they are people friendly dogs. People say Beware of the Pit Bull and others normally believe it because of all of the Press about them but they are real lovers in the end. They will however eat every other animal they can get a hold of ....LOL. I am as bad as you, though, I fear the day when I finally get out on my property because I'm not sure I will be able to control myself from getting more dogs besides the one Fila I have planned once I don't have the space excuse.
Boerboels pack together very well.
Coomore Boerboels in Africa has a couple dozen living in an open environment I think.
The smaller dogs that can scurry about in the heat are prime targets for coyotes. You have to have a dog that will not be lured off and wind up lunch for the local wildlife, unfortunately.