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Name	Landseer	Central Asian Ovtcharka	Tosa Ken
Origins	Canada	Russia	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Landseer Newfoundland	Alabai Aziat Central Asian Ovcharka Central Asian Ovtcharka Central Asian Owtcharka Central Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Ovcharka Middle Asian Owtcharka Middle Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Shepherd Middle Asian Shepherd Dog Turkmen Alabai Volkadov Wolf Crusher Central Asian Shepherd Sredneasiatskaia Ovtcharka	Japanese Fighting Dog Japanese Mastiff Japanese Tosa Tosa Fighting Dog Tosa Ken Tosa Tōken Tosa Inu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Which is the smallest dog, Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	Giant	Large Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	121-176 pounds (55-80 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: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	148.5 pounds (67.5 kg)	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)
Height Which is taller, Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken height comparison:	Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (72-80 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (67-72 cm)	27-32 inches (68.5-81 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: 28.5-31.5 inches (76 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (69.5 cm)	29.5 inches (75 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Which is more expensive?	$2000-$2500	$1200-$2500	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	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.

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken intelligence:	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.	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 Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken trainability comparison.	Landseer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	Landseer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Landseer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Courageous Intelligent Patient Generous	Curious Independent Strong Bold Adaptable Imperturbable	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: Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken?	High: Landseer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken social needs comparison:	Landseer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Landseer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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?	Landseer 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.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken playfulness comparison:	The Landseer is a playful breed. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are not the most playful dog 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: Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken?	Average: The Landseer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Central Asian Ovtcharka rarely barks. 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 Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Landseer indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Central Asian Ovtcharka breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tosa Ken breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Landseer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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: Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	Landseer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.	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.

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Landseer bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Landseer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Central Asian Ovtcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tosa Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken mouthiness comparison:	Landseer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken health comparison. Which is the healthier: Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken?	The Landseer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	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: Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Cystine Urolithiasis Obesity Cystinuria Megaesophagus Heatstroke Acquired Depigmentation Callus Dermatitis Sub-Aortic Stenosis (SAS)	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia	Bloat
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Landseer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.
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Life Expectancy Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken lifespan comparison. How long do Landseer, Central Asian Ovtcharka and Tosa Ken breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-11 years The average lifespan of Landseer: 10 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Central Asian Ovtcharka: 13 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: Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken?	Prefers cold weather The Landseer can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken energy level comparison:	Landseer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Landseer dogs have an average exercise need.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	Landseer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	8 to 10 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	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? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Landseer breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Central Asian Ovtcharka'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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Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Thick Double	Dense Hard
Colors What are the original Landseer, Central Asian Ovtcharka and Tosa Ken color?	Black White	Black White Fawn Brindle Grey Russet Straw Flecked	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken grooming comparison:	Average: The Landseer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or {name3 shedding:	Landseer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs shed above average. 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: Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken 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, Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken?	Medium ⏺ The Landseer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Landseer is an average drooler. See more.	The Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Landseer dogs are generally with other pets.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are generally with other pets.	Tosa Ken dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken? Which dog is more friendly?	Landseer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	Landseer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	Landseer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.	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 Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Tosa Ken?	Landseer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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: Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken?	Yes Landseer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Landseer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Central Asian Ovtcharka 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?	Landseers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Tosa Kens are commonly okay with elderly people.

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka 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: Landseer or Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs Tosa Ken?	Not really Landseer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Landseer and Central Asian Ovtcharka and Tosa Ken have?	4-10 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Landseer vs Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.	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?	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	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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