Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Comparison – Which dog is better Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff or Japanese Fighting Dog?

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Name	Broholmer	Tosa Ken
Origins	Denmark	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff	Japanese Fighting Dog Japanese Mastiff Japanese Tosa Tosa Fighting Dog Tosa Ken Tosa Tōken Tosa Inu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Is the Broholmer bigger than the Tosa Ken breed? Is a Broholmer smaller than a Tosa Ken?	Large Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken weight comparison:	Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg)	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)
Height Which is taller, Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Is a Broholmer taller than a Tosa Ken?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Broholmer and Tosa Ken?	$1300-$1500	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Broholmer or Tosa Ken smarter? Which is best? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken intelligence:	Smart: The Broholmer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Broholmer vs Tosa Ken trainability comparison. What's the difference between Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Confident Friendly Calm	Sensitive Intelligent Aggressive Fearless Brave Suspicious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Broholmer 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Broholmer vs Tosa Ken social needs comparison:	Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Tosa Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Broholmer vs Tosa Ken? Which can be better for hunting?	Broholmer dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Broholmer vs Tosa Ken playfulness comparison:	Average: Broholmers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Average to High: The Broholmer is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Tosa Ken rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	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 Broholmer indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tosa Ken breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Tosa Ken dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	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.

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Broholmer bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Tosa Ken bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Broholmer more dangerous than a Tosa Ken?	Low 🔽 The Broholmer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tosa Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken mouthiness comparison:	Broholmer 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.

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Broholmer vs Tosa Ken health comparison. Which is the healthier: Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.	Tosa Kens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Broholmer vs Tosa Ken? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	Bloat
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Rare The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Tosa Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Broholmer vs Tosa Ken lifespan comparison. How long do Broholmer and Tosa Ken breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Broholmer and Tosa Ken?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tosa Ken: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Broholmer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken energy level comparison:	Broholmer 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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Broholmer vs Tosa Ken exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Broholmer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	Broholmer 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.
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Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Does the Broholmer breed eat more than the Tosa Ken breed?	5 to 6 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken coat comparison:	Rough Smooth	Dense Hard
Colors What are the original Broholmer and Tosa Ken color? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken color comparison:	Red Yellow Golden	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Tosa Ken requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Do Broholmer dogs shed more than Tosa Ken dogs?	Broholmer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tosa Ken 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: Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	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 Broholmer vs Tosa Ken hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	Medium ⏺ The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tosa Ken has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	The Broholmer 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.	The Tosa Ken is an average drooler. See more.

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Tosa Ken dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Which dog is more friendly?	Broholmer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	Broholmer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Broholmer or Tosa Ken?	Broholmer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Broholmer or Tosa Ken? Can a Broholmer and a Tosa Ken be friends? Do Broholmer dogs get along with Tosa Ken dogs?	Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Yes Broholmer 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Broholmer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tosa Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Tosa Kens are commonly okay with elderly people.

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Broholmer or Tosa Ken? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Broholmer vs Tosa Ken?	Not really Broholmer 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.
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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Broholmer and Tosa Ken have? Broholmer vs Tosa Ken litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Broholmer vs Tosa Ken Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club	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

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