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Name	Gordon Setter	Cordoba Fighting Dog	Tosa Ken
Origins	Scotland	Argentina	Japan
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Group	Gun Dog	Extinct	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gordon Castle Setters	Argentine Fighting Dog Cordoban Fighting Dog Cordobese dog Perro de Pelea Cordobés Perro de Presa de Cordoba Fighting Dog of Cordoba	Japanese Fighting Dog Japanese Mastiff Japanese Tosa Tosa Fighting Dog Tosa Ken Tosa Tōken Tosa Inu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Which is the smallest dog, Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Large	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 55-90 pounds (25-41 kg), Female: 45-85 pounds (20-39 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (33 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)
Height Which is taller, Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	Unavailable	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Frequent: The Gordon Setter is easier than average to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken intelligence:	Smart: The Gordon Setter 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.	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 Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken trainability comparison.	Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cordoba Fighting Dog 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: Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Confident Loyal Fearless Eager	Strong Aggressive Fierce Fighter Vigorous Relentless	Sensitive Intelligent Aggressive Fearless Brave Suspicious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken?	High: Gordon Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken social needs comparison:	Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cordoba Fighting Dog 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Gordon Setter dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken playfulness comparison:	The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Cordoba Fighting Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken?	Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Cordoba Fighting Dog barks occasionally. 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 Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cordoba Fighting Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tosa Ken breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Gordon Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Cordoba Fighting Dog 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Gordon Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cordoba Fighting Dog bite force: Ordinary.	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 Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Cordoba Fighting Dog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tosa Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken mouthiness comparison:	Gordon Setter dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have a higher than 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.

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken health comparison. Which is the healthier: Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken?	The Gordon Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Cordoba Fighting Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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: Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Bloat
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Gordon Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Cordoba Fighting Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least 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 Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken lifespan comparison. How long do Gordon Setter, Cordoba Fighting Dog and Tosa Ken breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Gordon Setter: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cordoba Fighting Dog: 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: Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Gordon Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken energy level comparison:	Gordon Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tosa Ken dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Gordon Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Gordon Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Tosa Ken dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 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? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Cordoba Fighting Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Shiny Straight	Dense Smooth	Dense Hard
Colors What are the original Gordon Setter, Cordoba Fighting Dog and Tosa Ken color?	Black Tan Red	White	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Cordoba Fighting Dog requires minimal 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 Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or {name3 shedding:	Gordon Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cordoba Fighting Dog 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: Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	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, Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken?	Medium ⏺ The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cordoba Fighting Dog 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?	The Gordon Setter is an average drooler. See more.	The Cordoba Fighting Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Tosa Ken is an average drooler. See more.

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Tosa Ken dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken? Which dog is more friendly?	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not 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 Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not 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 Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog or Tosa Ken?	Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken?	Yes Gordon Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Gordon Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cordoba Fighting Dog 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?	Gordon Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cordoba Fighting Dogs are not recommended for elderly people.	Tosa Kens are commonly okay with elderly people.

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog 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.	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: Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog 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.	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: Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken?	Yes Gordon Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cordoba Fighting Dog 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?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken 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 Gordon Setter and Cordoba Fighting Dog and Tosa Ken have?	6-8 puppies	2-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Tosa Ken Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	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 Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available	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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