Top-10 largest dogs

Small pocket dogs, it seems, flooded the whole world and became immortal companions of celebrities. Nevertheless, not all went on about fashion. Fans of large dogs still remained. It is about large breeds of dogs that Ilive wants to tell today.

Neapolitan Mastiff

The dog of this breed fits perfectly into our rating of the largest, strong and heavy breeds and takes the tenth place. The average height at the withers is about 70-75 centimeters, and the weight is about 65 kilograms. Despite its impressive appearance and "massiveness", Neapolitan mastiffs are tender and devoted to the owners, wary of strangers.

Leonberger

The ninth place in our list is the Leonberger. Their weight is about 55-60 kilograms, and the height at the withers is more than 75 centimeters. The breed was bred in the German city of Leonberg, where the name came from, and the forefathers of this breed were the bitch of Newfoundland and the St. Bernard dog. Often the Leonbergs are used to search and rescue drowning people.

South African Mastiff or Boerboel

This breed is bred in South Africa, its purpose is to protect the territory, and therefore the nature of such dogs is far from friendly and tough, because they had to defend themselves from the South African predators - hyena, lion and other large cats. However, they do not have excessive aggression, they are confident and calm assistants. The height of the withers is 65-70 centimeters, and it weighs about 80-90 kilograms. Without proper training and application of their capabilities, such defenders can turn these dogs into aggressors.

Central asian shepherd dog

Also known as Asian ranked seventh in our ranking. This breed comes from Central Asia (Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and neighboring countries) and is used as a shepherd for the herd. This instinct is inherent in dogs from nature. The height at the withers of representatives of this breed is approximately 75-80 centimeters, and their weight is 60-80 kilograms. Like any other fighting breed of dogs, Asians can also be quite aggressive, therefore it is very important to give them proper upbringing.

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Giant Alaskan Malamute

The growth of these handsome men considerably exceeds the sizes assumed by nature: at the withers they can reach 77 centimeters, and their weight can exceed 55 kilograms. Representatives of this breed are very attached to the owner, sociable and love children.

Tibetan mastiff

Tibetan mastiffs have a formidable appearance. Thanks to the fact that Tibet was geographically isolated, the dogs maintained blood purity, but later it was diluted by the blood of imported breeds and only those who lived high in the mountains remained purebred. These dogs are very hardy and ready to defend their master to the last, to strangers the Tibetan mastiffs are wary and unfriendly. Height at the withers of representatives of this breed is from 66 centimeters, and weight - 65-80 kilograms.

Old English Mastiff

The largest of the mastiffs. This breed is an ancient breed of dog-like dogs. Strong, large animals, whose ancestors are Assyrian mastiffs - Roman fighting dogs and Celtic dogs. They were used for hunting, harassment, guards and battles. The height at the withers of the Old English mastiff is not less than 75 centimeters, and the weight is not less than 70 kilograms.

Korean mastiff

This breed is about 150 years old, but nevertheless, little is known about it outside the homeland. In South Korea, it is recognized as the largest breed. Despite its impressive appearance and terrifying power, the character of the Korean mastiffs is benevolent, they are good companions and guards. The height at the withers of representatives of this breed reaches 75-80 centimeters, and the weight varies from 75 to 80 kilograms.

Japanese mastiff

These animals were nicknamed the Sumo wrestlers of the canine world. This is because in battle they are fearless and unshakable due to their heavy weight and insensitivity to pain. It is believed that one hundred loyalties and the desire to protect the owner to the last breath are grafted to the dogs by samurai, because they are also called the "shadow of a samurai". Height at the withers is about 60 centimeters, and weight - from 60 to 80 kilograms.

St. Bernard

The St. Bernards are perhaps the most recognizable dogs from the whole list. They are devotees and obedient. Most of the above breeds were bred to fight and hunt, but St. Bernard was bred to save people and animals that fought off the herd in the Italian and Swiss Alps. St. Bernards are very large and hardy animals, their ability to feel the approach of avalanches has saved many lives. The height at the withers in the representatives of this breed is more than 70 centimeters, and the weight is over 100 kilograms.

Spanish mastiff

Spanish mastiffs are fine family dogs. Their ancestors were the Iberian mountain shepherds and the dogs of the ancient Celts. Initially, the breed of the ball was removed for the protection of farm territories. In the family, these animals are very affectionate and completely non-aggressive. The minimum height at the withers is 78 centimeters, and the weight is over 100 kilograms.

German dog

Undoubtedly, the representatives of this breed - the highest in this list - the growth of the Great Dane reaches a minimum of 80 cm, and weight - more than 50 kilograms. These dogs are real gentle giants, very friendly, get along well with people and animals, and also perfectly perform their basic function - protect the owner.

Pyrenean Mastiff

The breed originated in the region of the Pyrenean mountains of Spain and was used to protect private possessions, as well as sheep flocks. Despite the massive and seeming stillness, Pyrenean mastiffs are very energetic and easy to climb. They are intelligent, fearless and faithful to the master. Grow animals up to 80 centimeters, and their weight ranges from 60 to 70 kilograms.