Tosa vs Bandog

Compare the Tosa to the Bandog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Tosas and Bandogs.

Tosa vs Bandog
Tosa
Bandog
Tosa
Bandog
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General Details
Tosa
Bandog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-10 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
20-30 Inches
Weight
90-170 Pounds
75-125 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Tosa
Bandog
Origin Country
Japan
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1868 AD
1550 AD
Temperament
Tosa
Bandog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Tosa
Bandog
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Tosa
Bandog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
60-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
None
Exercise Needs
Tosa
Bandog
Energy Level
Low to Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Tosa
Bandog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Tosa
Bandog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Tosa
Bandog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Tosa
Bandog
Aggression
Above Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Above Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Tosa
Bandog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Tosa
Bandog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Skin infections
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Tosa
Bandog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Tosa
Bandog
Breed Colors
Black
Fawn
Red
Black
Blue
Brindle
Fawn
Gray
Red
White
Yellow
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