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Name	Boerboel	Tosa Ken	Mastiff
Origins	South Africa	Japan	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Japanese Fighting Dog Japanese Mastiff Japanese Tosa Tosa Fighting Dog Tosa Ken Tosa Tōken Tosa Inu	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Tosa Ken? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff weight comparison:	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	177 pounds (80 kg)	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff height comparison:	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$600-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff trainability comparison.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Sensitive Intelligent Aggressive Fearless Brave Suspicious	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff?	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff social needs comparison:	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Tosa Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boerboel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff playfulness comparison:	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff?	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Tosa Ken rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tosa Ken breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Mastiff indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Tosa Ken dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Tosa Ken dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Tosa Ken bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tosa Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff mouthiness comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff?	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Tosa Kens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Bloat	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Tosa Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Boerboel, Tosa Ken and Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tosa Ken: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff energy level comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Tosa Ken dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Tosa Ken dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Dense Hard	Dense
Colors What are the original Boerboel, Tosa Ken and Mastiff color?	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle	Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Tosa Ken requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Boerboel or Tosa Ken or {name3 shedding:	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff?	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tosa Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boerboel drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Tosa Ken is an average drooler. See more.	The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Tosa Ken dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not dog-friendly.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff?	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Tosa Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tosa Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Tosa Kens are commonly okay with elderly people.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boerboel or Tosa Ken or Mastiff? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff?	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tosa Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boerboel and Tosa Ken and Mastiff have?	7-10 puppies	6-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Boerboel vs Tosa Ken vs Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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