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Tosa
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group: molossoid
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height: m
23.5 min. / 59.69 cm min., f 21.75 min. / 55.25 cm |
types: |
weight: 197-200
lbs /
89.36-90.72 kg |
colors: |
solid
colored, brindle, black with markings, pied. deep solid
rich red (preferred), all shades of red, red and black
brindle, red-brown, dull black, brown, black with red markings,
tan, fawn, with or without markings of shades of tan, tan
and white. black mask |
physical traits: |
large, massive, robust, powerful,
agile |
hair type: |
short, smooth, dense, close,
hard |
personality/
temperament: |
brave, patient, calm, quiet,
self-aware, intelligent, stoic, high stamina, vigilant, affectionate
and protective of family, aloof to strangers, desire to please
owner, will fight to the death for loved ones. slow to mature
- some up to 4yrs. some may be watchful, fierce and aggressive
toward other aggressive dogs. some can be vicious or extremely
shy |
maintenance/
special needs:
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low for grooming. average level
of exercise. skilled positively enforced training and handling
required to physically and mentally dominate this breed.
voice sensitive. enjoys company of family, does not like
to be kenneled |
nickname: |
Japanese Fighting Dog, Tosa,
Tosa Fighting Dog, Japanese Mastiff, Tosa-Ken, Tosa-Token,
Japanese Tosa |
origination: |
Japan - possibly from the Shikoku
Fighting Dog crossed with Bulldog, Mastiff, German Pointer,
Bull Terrier, Saint Bernard and Great Dane breeds |
bred for: |
dog fighting |
identifying traits: |
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ideal for: |
companion, guarding, watchdog |
good with kids? |
this breed requires expert
training. supervise, as with any large dog |
life expectancy: |
11-12 yrs |
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of interest: |
banned in Great Britain |
kennel clubs: |
fci-(molossoid
breed, mastiff type group), arba, ckc, ukc |
rescues: |
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