I enjoyed reading your lens. ", In other videos, Eidenchor talks about his love for the breed, saying: "How can such a handsome dog not be loved? They are docile and somewhat lazy until it's time to work. Chows just don't have the size to be considered a large breed. Your list is inaccurate you left out Irish wolf hound which is actually the largest dog breed in the world. They are more of a medium breed. The last part is also very informative about breed characteristics. Anatolian Shepherd dogs can actually be quite large, as well. I am going to say that you are not a vet, you have an English Mastiff and your pee pee just felt like it got a little shorter. Why isn't the dog breed, the Chow among this list? l would love to get a saint Bernard ,l love watching the movie about Beethoven the saint Bernard. I hadn't seen a leonbregger before and it is beautiful. They also happen to be one of my fav breeds too! The kangal is up to about 150 and while heavier looking than the anatolie, it has a much more rounded head, more tail curl, etc. It's common knowledge that English Mastiffs are some of the biggest dogs around, so why is this breed at #6? He was especially trained for my own protection in Russia as a bodyguard against Jew-hating attacking thugs. He died just before his 10th year. All of the information you shared on your article. A video of a giant Tibetan mastiff climbing into a car is going viral, with people comparing the enormous fluffy dog to a bear. All my boys were great with children, though dodgy with strangers and great with other small dogs I have owned, such as Tiny Toy Poodles, Mutts of no larger then 15 pounds! If her desire to please you is strong enough she will follow your lead on what is acceptable and unacceptable behavior. I found your list interesting to say the least. Their thick fur makes their formidable 2-foot-tall frame look even larger. "So we just gonna act like this isn't Duke from the movie Pets," Fruit Loop asked. They tend to be calm and protective, but can be aggressive towards other dogs, especially those it feels are threatening its herd (and by "herd" I mean you!). I am a real dog lover and have always had at.least one dog. However, sometimes you'll come across an unusual breed that should be on a list of the largest but isn't. I'm willing to update my list of Honorees to include the Cane Corso, but to be fair to the other breeds, I have to go by the breed standards listed by the kennel clubs. The head/neck was similer to the Tosa Inu. This type of dog is called molosser, which is derived from the ancient Molossus breed associated with the Molossian tribe of ancient Greece (are you seeing a theme with the name yet?). If it's a large dog breed recognized by at least one legit kennel club, it's fair game for my list! Work with a good trainer, research, find one who has trained sport, hunting, agility, therapy and rescue/cadaver dogs. Oh, by the way, this breed also has the distinction of currently being the most expensive dog on the planet. Don't be fooled, though: when needed, these dogs can move quickly to defend your sheep (or kids)! If you check the tallest dog alive, or guinness, it will give you great danes as the tallest dogs on record. Most of these breeds average well over 175 lbs of pure canine muscle (with a little fluff thrown in). Jen (author) from California on March 04, 2013: @anonymous: I tried to stick with dog breeds officially recognized by at least one major kennel club. It is believed that the Molossus breed had a wide, short muzzle (similar to mastiffs) and was primarily used as a fighting and hunting dog. Highly innacurate list, beginning by not introducing the criteria that is being used. I couldn't find either the Bully Kutta or the Gull Dong as being recognized by any breed registry, including the Kennel Club of India (which seemed the logical place to start). Luckily, a silly breed like the boxer can't be used to restructure the Akita, so they have remained a solid, hard nosed dog. ", Join half a million readers enjoying Newsweek's free newsletters. What? So, while your mastiff may very well be larger than the breeds at #1 through #5 on this list, on average, there are at least five breeds that are larger than mastiffs. These dogs are definitely the tallest, often standing at 34 inches at the withers (on their hind legs, they can reach close to 7 feet tall!) The bully kutta or Pakistani mastiff is anywhere from 30" to 42" tall and weighs 154-198lbs. How did you miss this? Amazingly, only eight Leonbergers were known to have survived WWII. The AKC and its minions, breeding only to standards vs function and restructuring the breed to type by bringing boxer(the goofiest and most useless breed over 45lbs) blood into the mix has significantly reduced the Corso. Watched film on two Akita's getting into lions pen and taking meat away from the big cats, the lions ran away from the Akita's!! Rather than moving gracefully, they lumber like bears. Careful breeding and stewardship brought them back from the brink of extinction. largest dog on record was a english mastiff at 340lbs. However, other breeders say that these larger specimens are the result of relatively new breeding programs to produce heavier dogs. He weighed in at 110 Lbs. In fact, the most prized Tosa fighters are often honored with the title Yokozuna, the same title as the highest-ranking sumo wrestlers. Tibetan Mastiffs, which tie for #6 with English Mastiffs, are large, have an imposing and fearsome appearance, and often possess an attitude to match! I currently know of a English Mastiff that is 287 lbs. This may not sit well with some of you, but they couldn't all fit on my list (then it wouldn't be a top 10!). They tend to be gentle giants who get along well with both people and animals. The Mee Kyun Dosa (or Korean Mastiff) looks like a cross between a Neapolitan Mastiff and a Sharpei (or like a dog wearing a skin suit five times too large). I am no expert, but I think that they might be put to this list.Keep up the good work! If you don't mind me asking? Small dogs just don't cut it. There are so many molosser breeds.I should do a list of just those! Great Hub. This puts them in the same range as the Tibetan Mastiff and the Cao dos Mourey (which I didn't include on this list because it's a relatively unknown and recently-developed breed). These dogs are larger than Akitas 99 times out of 100. The writing by the author is not worth the time of Day. I would put average male height at closer to 32 inches. Despite their large, imposing exterior, Neapolitan Mastiffs are generally gentle and protective of their family, aloof, and wary of strangers. Tied for the #7 spot with the Central Asian Ovcharka is the Giant Alaskan Malamute. Yes, top breed Cane Corsos are much more in height and weight than what you have noted. Most (if not all) dog registries do not recognize the Giant Alaskan Malamute as a breed separate from the Alaskan Malamute. His father was 262 lbs. Males Tosas average 28 inches in height and weigh around 200 lbs, though many Western breeders are breeding for taller, heavier dogs, so it's not unusual to see a Tosa who is upwards of 30 inches and 220 lbs. HubPages is a registered trademark of The Arena Platform, Inc. Other product and company names shown may be trademarks of their respective owners. Unfortunately A breed I learned of a few years back was not here. Leonberger second Bernese Mountain Dog 3. #tibetanmastiff #dog. You didn't do any of what you said you did at all. #9 is the Leonberger, a gentle lion from Germany. Of course, there is another camp that claims that the Molossus was actually a lightweight dog, more like the modern Greyhound, and that the modern mastiff-type came from an entirely different ancient dog, the Alaunt, which is thought to have looked much like a Caucasian Ovcharka. ", Amy Anglin wrote: "Excuse me sir, that's a bear you have there. Despite the fact that small dogs seem to be all the rage with celebrities, many dog lovers prefer a dog that is larger than a cat. Overly aggressive dogs would naturally not pass this test. The one I am looking for may not be, however I do know that there is a club for dogs/owners of this particular breed. I've owned three Old English Mastiffs through the years and I can tell you they are gentle giants. Hey you forgot the best strongest Muscular big. 2022 The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers on this website. Jen (author) from California on December 14, 2012: @anonymous: I did include the Central Asian Shepard Dog (Central Asian Ovcharka). I prefer my dogs to have some fluff and most mastiffs are smooth-coated. Tied with the Tosa Inu for position #4 is the St. Bernard, perhaps one of the most recognizable dogs on the list. O learned so much and enjoyed it all. Ours (male) is 130 on the nose. Great article! Lewis and Clark took a Newfie on their journey west. Certainly your list is comprehensive and I agree with it. This brought us here. Breed standards generally place the upper limit of height for males at 31 inches, though it doesn't seem they are penalized for being taller as long as correct body proportions are maintained. Some I did not know and I have written dog articles for years. Yes, somewhere under all that skin is a dog. Unfortunately, the breed has developed a reputation as a fighter and has actually been banned in Denmark. It seems that Western breeders are breeding for size, as it's not unusual to find dogs that are over 31 inches tall and weigh over 200 pounds (the largest weighed in at 282!). The Korean Mastiff is rarely seen outside of Korea, where they were developed from crossing Tosa Inu, Dogue de Bordeaux, and possibly Bloodhounds and Neapolitan Mastiffs. Ours currently lives with a pitbull to whom he's bonded with & is very socialized with other dogs of our friends & family. These large, sweet dogs average around 30 inches tall and weigh in around 170 lbs. Since I'm talking "largest" dog breeds, I probably don't need to specify "only breeds over 75 pounds" or "only over 26 inches." These beauties stand around 35" at the withers and weigh upwards of 190 lbs. first list to have em all. I realise you included only (AKC or otherwise) recognised breeds. In the future, I am looking to adopt a Great Dane from a rescue. LynetteBell from Christchurch, New Zealand on February 02, 2013: That Tibetan Mastiff looks like a cross between a lion and a dog! And, surely some folks will be upset that their breed is not in the top 10..tough! THE PIT BULL, I have a dogue de bordeaux its like a huge pillow to me, We own a small farm, so we raise and breed Turkish Kangal dogs. But because I love giant, fluffy dogs, I'm putting this one on the list! "Massiveness" is important to the breed standard; a dog can be disqualified if it doesn't have the appearance of massiveness. Jen (author) from California on April 02, 2013: @Michelllle: I agree, small dogs don't cut it (but don't let my Mom's Pomeranian/Chihuahua hear thatshe'll have fits!). I couldn't find either the Bully Kutta as being recognized by any breed registry, including the Kennel Club of India (which seemed the logical place to start). Unlike the majority of breeds on this list that were bred to fight, hunt, or guard flocks, the St. Bernard was bred to rescue people and flock animals in the Italian and Swiss Alps. Great article. He was just shy of 200lbs. Great info here! I was recently introduced to these beautiful giants and had to add them to my list! It's hard to tell with all those wrinkles, but a Dosa generally stands about 30 inches tall and weighs around 180 lbs, making it just smaller than the typical Tosa Inu and just larger than the typical English Mastiff. Image by Claudio Gennari, CC-BY 2.0, via Flickr. This is all wrong the largest Dog was a 343+ Old English named Zorba, and get this, it was a Female. My girlfriend has a Golden Great Pyrenees, she is a real sweetheart but I worry because she is "iffy" with other people and some dogs. ", Groguewing wrote simply: "That poor pup needs a ramp. ", Jodi MacGregor was overcome by the footage, gushing: "Omg a giant teddy bear I'm in love. I've even seen 88-100lbs for the standard. If the head/neck was similar to the Tosa, then it's definitely a molosser breed (mastiff). That means the Cane Corse would be below the Akita on my list of Honorees. I do have some info I remember from my discussion with the owner and my own observations. The dogs, which have black, brown and golden fur, have been compared to everything from bears to Star Wars characters by TikTok commenters. Jen (author) from California on September 25, 2012: @anonymous: It was hard to decide which ones to include. Unfortunately, the long hair would freeze in the snow, and many St. Bernards lost their traditional jobs. But if that's all you're looking for in a dog, this is not the breed for you. 0/10. The dogs look imposing, but are said to be softies at heart. ", Stephen Cunningham posted that the mastiff reminded him of a giant bear from a British children's TV show: "I thought it was Bungle from Rainbow. He was massively built but not as tall as many males I have seen. There's no question that individuals in those breeds tend to be very large. Stock image of a Tibetan mastiff. I do love the looks of the Tibetan Mastiff and the Spanish Mastiff though. 120-140 lbs. Best of luck. over all, good job! TikTok user AJ had another movie in mind, posting the comment: "It's Chewbacca. See how the big guy of more than 300 pounds on board ! The Neapolitan Mastiff (also known as the Italian Mastiff) comes in at #10. Thanks for your awesome info. The Turkish boz is most often upwards of 180lbs and the heaviest of this breed. They are wonderful, loving pets and very protective of their humans. Some of my faves are here! (for instance, KC, FCI or AKC). Akita giants at 240lbs from wolf breeds. Like many of the breeds on this list, there is no upper limit to the height or weight listed in the Tosa's breed standard. Simple as that. @anonymous: yes it was. The CAO (for short) is commonly used throughout Central Asia as a flock guardian. The top ten made my list. Thanks for pointing that out! They were originally seen as a status symbol but owners were quick to realize the Leonberger's great potential as a home and flock guardian and for draft work. A properly-trained and socialized Spanish Mastiff also makes a great family companion. I realize that I have left off several popular large dog breeds. Even so, the Pyrenean Mastiff is generally a very calm, loving dog who rarely barks and only shows true aggression when given no other options. Only started looking when I weighed my 4 year old Great Pyrenees and he was 208 pounds. I don't know the breed name, but I do remember I couldn't pronounce it. I'm going to bump the Great Pyrenees up on my honoree list. Like several other breeds on this list (notably the Mee Kyun Dosa), the Spanish Mastiff tends to have a lumbering walk, giving the dog an appearance of clumsy laziness. Usually, this is because many of these lists use AKC (American Kennel Club) standards in determining which breeds make their list. @anonymous: I'd be happy to research the breed if you can remember the name. I have never heard of or seen most of the dog breeds mentioned. I now have another two one almost the same size and another even larger and heavier than my first one whom will remain forever ingrained in my memory as a very special loving faithful friend. Most male mastiffs average at least 200 lbs. He was adorable and cuddly. I have a English Mastiff at 235 lbs and 35" tall. There are also behavioral differences with each branch. Jen (author) from California on March 11, 2013: @anonymous: I'll recheck the breed standards for the Cane Corso. Maybe you should put to your list Tornjak and Sarplaninac, they are large dogs, they come from Balkans. In 2011, a Chinese man paid $1.5 million for a dog named Big Splash, a beautiful red 11-month-old Tibetan Mastiff, who, at the time of sale, was nearly 36 inches tall at the shoulder and weighed about 180 lbs (remember, he wasn't full-grown yet!). We have a bullmastif and ive never seen a dog that loves our grandchildren like he does any game they play he wants to no mater what kind he watches cartoons with them he would lay down his life for them kids when they sleep over on the couch he jumps on them in there sleep and licks them in the face haha he's huge to, Listen here buddy. The same goes for the Serbian Defense Dog (also known as the Srpski Odbrambeni Pas). The poor thing was grossly overweight and was beaten for the title a few years later by another Mastiff named Kell. Well, obviously that's either a Great Dane, Irish Wolfhound, or Newfoundland." How could you not love a face like that? My family and I are looking into getting a big dog but haven't decided on what breed yet. They are pretty impressive dogs though! Throw in a little Great Pyrenees a bit later and voila! There are two types of Tibetan Mastiffs: the Do-khyi ("door guard" is a rough interpretation), which were traditionally used as flock and home guardians, and the Tsang-khyi (which roughly means "dog from Tsang"), which were used as temple guards. The Boerboel, or South African Mastiff, was bred specifically for guarding the homestead and flocks in South Africa. Because Tosas have been bred for fighting, they have a tendency to be aggressive, though with proper training and socialization Tosas can make great companions. The breed was crossed with the Newfoundland to regain its numbers. The breed was developed near the town of Leonberg, Germany (hence the name) in the 19th century using a female Newfoundland and a male St. Bernard. It added: "Originally used as guard dogs for livestock and property, Tibetan mastiffs can still be found performing that role, but they also enjoy life as family companions and show dogs. However, this list of the top 10 largest dog breeds doesn't stick with just the AKC or even the FCI (or Fdration Cynologique Internationale, an international federation of kennel clubs) standards. In fact, it's unusual for any dog other than the Great Dane to hold the title for world's tallest dog (the current pooch stands around 43 inches at the shoulder). @anonymous: Actually I'm not a huge mastiff fan - though it does seem like with this lens! Lol.". I do not know where your getting your info but it needs to change. I apparently made a typo or miscalculation in spreadsheet, because an average of that range would be 29.5 inches, rather than the 28 inches that I wrote. Did you notice that the majority of large dog breeds on this list are mastiff-types? Training can be a bit tough to because of that stubborn trait but again it just takes time. The tail seemed odd to me, possably undocked but still disproportunately small. I love the stafordshire bull terrier mine is awesome with children. I want onei have a purebred German Shepherd who weighs in at 105 pounds and stands about 36 inches from the floor, and eats up to 50 pounds of dog food in 2 weeksi'd prefer big dogs, when raised right they will stand by you and will love you forever. @anonymous: I suppose you didn't read the entire article Good listprovides information on and about breeds most of us did not know. But does that mean that these breeds are, on average, the largest? The correct average weight of a male corso is 120-150lbs. Jen (author) from California on February 25, 2013: @anonymous: According to my research, male Great Pyrenees are generally between 27-32 inches. I had never owned a large dog until I moved to the farm. I have never heard of a Boerboel, or some of the others . Great dogs. The breeds size helped as well: males typically stand about 27 inches at the shoulder and weigh around 175 lbs. Appearance: fir was short coarse and grey. You have the Cane Corso as an average of 26 inches, and Rottweiler, Bullmastiff, and Dogue at 27 inches. When introducing a new person always make sure they have a pocket of the dogs favorite treats first, it helps break some of the tension the dog might feel and the dog will soon start to associate quests with treats. As for the Cane Corso (also known as Cane Corso Italiano, or Italian Mastiff), that's an interesting problem. And let's not forget that Big Splash took the most expensive dog title away from another Tibetan Mastiff, Yangtze River Number Two, who sold for over $600,000 in 2009. These breeds are, on average, the tallest, heaviest, brawniest dog breeds in the world. @anonymous: a irish wolf hound is not taller than a great dane if you look at average height there are few irish wolf hounds that get as tall as a great dane, and the criteria is obviously based on a combination of height and weight. Growing up, I always thought I wanted a Great Dane, but we ended up adopting a Mastiff. Aggression towards unfamiliar people and other potential predators is encouraged in a flock guardian. it's a great movie and l think everyone online would love to watch it. loretta-phillips-31 on November 28, 2013: @anonymous: Make sure you train the dog with the understanding that the "humans" are the alphas, in everything. The Spanish Mastiff is the largest of the flock guardian breeds. Newfoundland should be top on the list. 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