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Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Comparison - Dog breed selector: Brazilian Molosser or Japanese Fighting Dog or Bully Kutta Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Fila Brasileiro Tosa Ken Bully Kutta Lab
OriginsBrazil flagBrazil Japan flagJapan England flagEngland India flagIndia Canada flagCanada Pakistan flagPakistan
Group Working Dogs Guard Dogs Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank5353521012
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Brazilian Molosser
Cao de Fila
Brazilian Mastiff
Japanese Fighting Dog
Japanese Mastiff
Japanese Tosa
Tosa Fighting Dog
Tosa Ken
Tosa Tōken
Tosa Inu
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Cross Breed

Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Which is the smallest dog, Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
Giant Large
Giant
Large
Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Tosa Ken? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab weight comparison:
90-110 pounds (41-50 kg) Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg) 80-130 pounds (36-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
100 pounds (45.5 kg) Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg) 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab height comparison:
Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm) Male: 30-44 inches (76.2-111.8 cm), Female: 28-36 inches (71.1-91.4 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 37 inches (94 cm), Female: 32 inches (81.25 cm)

Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1300 $600-$1000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Bully Kutta Lab is easier than average to get.

Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Bully Kutta Lab dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab trainability comparison.
Fila Brasileiro dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Bully Kutta Lab dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
Fila Brasileiro dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Tosa Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bully Kutta Lab dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Fila Brasileiro dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Tosa Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bully Kutta Lab dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab behavior/temperament comparison:
Courageous
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Determined
Brave
Sensitive
Intelligent
Aggressive
Fearless
Brave
Suspicious
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Aggressive
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab?
Average to High: Fila Brasileiro dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Bully Kutta Lab dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab social needs comparison:
Fila Brasileiro dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed.
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Bully Kutta Lab dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Fila Brasileiro dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Tosa Ken is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bully Kutta Lab dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Fila Brasileiro dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Tosa Ken dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bully Kutta Lab 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.
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Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab playfulness comparison:
Average: Fila Brasileiros, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Bully Kutta Lab is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab?
Low to Average: The Fila Brasileiro rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Tosa Ken rarely barks.
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Average: The Bully Kutta Lab barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Fila Brasileiro breed.
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 Bully Kutta Lab indoors.

Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Fila Brasileiro 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.
Bully Kutta Lab dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
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.
Bully Kutta Lab 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.

Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Fila Brasileiro bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Tosa Ken bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Bully Kutta Lab bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Fila Brasileiro has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Tosa Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bully Kutta Lab has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab mouthiness comparison:
Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Tosa Ken dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bully Kutta Lab dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab health comparison. Which is the healthier: Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab?
Fila Brasileiros tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Tosa Kens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Bully Kutta Lab is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Fila Brasileiro 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.
Average
The Bully Kutta Lab should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab lifespan comparison. How long do Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Ken and Bully Kutta Lab breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Fila Brasileiro: 10 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Tosa Ken: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bully Kutta Lab: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab energy level comparison:
Fila Brasileiro 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.
Bully Kutta Lab dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average exercise need.
Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.
Bully Kutta Lab dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
Fila Brasileiro 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.
Bully Kutta Lab dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
6 to 8 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Fila Brasileiro breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Bully Kutta Lab breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab coat comparison:
Dense
Smooth
Dense
Hard
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Ken and Bully Kutta Lab color?
Black
Red
Yellow
Brindle
Black
Brown
Fawn
Yellow
Brindle
Black
Brown
Fawn
Yellow
Brindle
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Fila Brasileiro doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Tosa Ken requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Bully Kutta Lab requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or {name3 shedding:
Fila Brasileiro dogs shed moderately.
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Tosa Ken dogs shed moderately.
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Bully Kutta Lab dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab?

Medium

The Fila Brasileiro has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Tosa Ken has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bully Kutta Lab has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Fila Brasileiro drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Tosa Ken is an average drooler.
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The Bully Kutta Lab drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Fila Brasileiro dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Tosa Ken dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Bully Kutta Lab dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Which dog is more friendly?
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Tosa Ken dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Bully Kutta Lab dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Bully Kutta Lab dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Tosa Ken dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Bully Kutta Lab dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab?
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not dog-friendly.
Tosa Ken dogs are not dog-friendly.
Bully Kutta Lab dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab?
Yes
Fila Brasileiro 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
Bully Kutta Lab dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Fila Brasileiro is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Tosa Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bully Kutta Lab is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Fila Brasileiros are not the best breed for elderly people.
Tosa Kens are commonly okay with elderly people.
Bully Kutta Labs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Fila Brasileiro or Tosa Ken or Bully Kutta Lab? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab?

Not really

Fila Brasileiro breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Tosa Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Bully Kutta Lab breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Fila Brasileiro and Tosa Ken and Bully Kutta Lab have?
4-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 5-10 puppies

Fila Brasileiro vs Tosa Ken vs Bully Kutta Lab 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. 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. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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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