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Tosa
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group: working
/ molossoid |
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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